NaturallyYanTan

LenghtCheck : 3 month's till Yan and Tan 2 year Anniversary!!

2011-03-25T09:55:00.000-07:00

Hello!!!! Everyone!!! Its been a long time coming but Our Anniversary is amongst us!! finallyy!!! sweet music to my ears!!

Deep Conditioning!!!
Co wash daily -Yes to Cucumbers and Yes to Carrots Pampering Conditioner.

Shea Butter!- My Main Man-- My trick to gain Length..

Egg Mask once every two months for protein

I still use Kinky Curly Products .. Knot today and the Pudding.

:) overall I am happy with my progress and looking forward to future lengths.

:) Happy Growing everyone :)

Taste of Chicago hair!!

2010-07-05T20:10:00.001-07:00

My little updo... I used these wonderful spin pins by Goody
for a night out on the town.
Shea Butter
Eco Styler Gel
Ever Pure Sulfate Free Color safe Shampoo and Conditionern

Thats it :)

Yanicka

Braid Out

2010-06-07T13:09:00.000-07:00

Hey Ladies...so i tried my first braid out...turned out pretty cute i must say ...here are a few pics ;-) ...hope you can see it good ;-/ ....

*Tan*

ONE YEAR ALREADY! WOW!!

2010-05-28T12:47:00.000-07:00

hello ladies! wow its been a year already i still can't believe it!! This past year has been a ride for me thru growing my hair to having a baby!! Im excited that i have a little girl!! I can't wait to see how hair is going to be!! Curly im guessin like her Mama ;-p.....

I also moved down to Fl so thats is the sad part thru out this past year, but i do plan on moving back up to ATL i miss Yan so much and being apart is not what we are use to!!

Can't wait to reunite so we can post some pics of us together AGAIN!!!

Im proud of all you ladies! Keep up the Natural! Such a great feeling!!

**Tan**

HapppY Anniversary!!!!!!! 1 year Natural :)

2010-05-28T12:01:00.000-07:00

Whew..... Welll we made it!! finally made it through 1 year of allll Natural Hair... Congrats are in Order! I would not say it was the easiest route for any one to take .... The Big Chop... smh I have my Pros and Cons..... I would say wait tell u are ready.. to be honest I thought I was ready for short hair... but I wasn't lol . I had chemical and Heat damaged hair so I had no choice... You have to do what you have to do. I retained alot of growth by DAILY COWASHING, SEALING MY ENDS WITH SHEA BUTTER., GENTLY DETANGLING WITH A WIDE TOOTH COMB AND DENMAN BRUSH. THATS ALL!! I SUPPORT K. I. S.S ( KEEP IT SIMPLE SISTER)

I currently just colored ( Professionally ,Ladies) my hair strawberry blonde.... I know I know.. but Color on naturally hair is wonderful. I deep treatment twice a week with Aubrey's Honeysickle Rose Moisturing Conditioner. I put on a plastic cap and sit under the dryer for about 30 minutes.. My hair is like butter... no breakage. I also did a Mild Protein treatment with

Circa May 2009May 2010

kerastase masquintense once when I first wash after my color to make it strong. no problems.. healthy hair.

Tan had a wonderful and beautifyl baby girl named Lyric!!! here she is below.. and LOOK AT TANIA'S HAIR... MAN IT HAS GROWN!!

Thank you guys for all your support through our first year.. and we are living proof that you can achieve natural hair and enjoy it like we do.

:) Later Ladies!!

One Year Anniversary ON the Horizon.. Horrible Bloggers.

2010-04-06T08:53:00.000-07:00

Yes... its been how long since we posted?? I know .. we are horrible.. on a lighter note .. I thought it would be only right to post on the Day Tan gives birth to a beautiful Baby Girl named Lyric .. Congrads 'Sis.

June is YanTan's Big Chop Anniversary...........

We cannot wait to show you our progress.

I'm going to do a list for the many tips I have learned during this growing out process..

Yes I had bad days.. days I wanted to relax.. days I would look at someone's straight long hair/ weave/ Lace Front.. and did mmm maybe I should..

Im glad I substain the temptation.. to go back to the damaging effects I was all soo use too.

My hair has grown to a very exciting length...... Apl stretched.. shoulder length curly..

Experiment.. Tested and Approved... Cowashing everyday.. shea butter on my ends.. and Kinky Curly Custard for Control..... ........results in shoulder length hair curly ... in 10 months...

The best thing I ever did for my hair.. it is healthier and happier than ever.. Hopefully I can borrow my boyfriend's camera.. to show u soon.

Anyone doudting your decision.... don't... you won't regret it.. be patient and once you get some length your hair will hang and your curls will elongate.. Just give it some time.. you will be where you want in noo time.

Later Gators, Yan

OK... IM FORREAL THIS THIS TIME.. THIS IS IT!

2009-10-22T12:42:00.000-07:00

I finallly found my list of products that I forever love.. and I'm cleaning out the bottom of my sink.. no mmmmore products.. * once you find a product that works for you!! stick with it*

My list goes like this.

Shampoo: ACV rinse or Kinky Curly Come Clean

Deep Conditioner: Kerafore Deep Conditioner
Dominican Deep Conditioner Miss Keys 10 en 1

Leave in: Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave in or Aussie Moist

Styling: Kinky Curly Curly Custard - GREAT STUFF

sealant for my ends : SHEA BUTTER -

* note my hair has grown like crazy..-- Yan

Product Review Friday!!!! Brazilian Edition !!

2009-10-09T07:13:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday Ladies,

Remember I told all of you that new product reviews and topics to come... welll... here is the beginning of the very long list of product reviews I have!!... I did some research on Brazilian products because they do have one of the largest population of woman of color and hair technology is excellent there.

Whenever I run into Brazilian women.. Their Curls are just Beautiful, Long and bouncy!! I have seen all textures.. from 2 C to 4 A.... flowing down their backs.. sooooo What do they use?

several internet searches and interviews.. I finally found .... Seda!!!! Kera force!! Made by the same company as SUNSILK ....When I finally picked up the product.. lol I was soo shocked at the brown girl with the long curly hair on the front..!! lOVES IT! I only picked up the deep conditioner and leave in. In Addition, there is a Sedal Line as well. They only sell that one in Dominican Republic :( but if you find it same product).

NOTE: All products are in Portuguese. Don't fear.. I did all the translation for you :)

My Review: Seda Keraforce Deep Condtioner.---- Like Butter lol.... Soo thick.. it just melts on to your hair.. * Detangles, Great Smell. and My hair felt like silk afterwards.. you can leave on for 20 mins for a deep treatment or three for a conditioner rinse. 5 stars!!!

Seda Kerafore Leave in Conditioner--- great stuff!! I noticed a instant difference in my curl pattern... much tighter.. it was a little odd.. but not a bad odd at all.. just more defined than usual. My hair dried crispy at first but once completely dried.... soft, separated, bouncy curls.

Cost: $4 .85 Each... All the same price

Where: Any Brazilian Grocery Store Near You!! http://www.megahairbrazil.com/, www.cosmeticosbr.com

Definitely will buy again!!

Later Chicas-- Yaya

Back from the Extremely Long Hiatus !!!!!

2009-09-23T09:18:00.001-07:00

Hello Ladies!!

Well. as you can see.. WE HAVE BEEN GHOST!! SCHOOL, WORK.. LIFE CHANGES HAVE HIT US ALL AT ONCE IN A WHILE AND WE HAVE LEFT OUR BLOG TO DRY UP!!

IM BACK TO SAVE THE DAY!!

MORE PRODUCT REVIEWS COMING !! 10 en 1 dominican conditioners , Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Leave in Conditioner, Kinky Curly Custard and many more to come.., Hair Growth UPdate Pictures ( 4 Month of Growth)... My New golden Highlights!!

coming in the next couple of days!!

Here is some Curly Hair Inspirations !!

-Yan

PRODUCT REVIEW : MIXED CHICKS

2009-09-03T13:11:00.000-07:00

holla chicas!!

Tan and I went the the bronners brother hair show and ran into the the Mixed Chicks booth. We grabbed a couple of samples and some information. one thing that drew us .. were the prices whoa.... the whole set was 100 big ones!! .. so we skipped the products and jumped on the cute tshirts! We both bought these!!

Last Night, I finally decided to try the mixed chicks leave in conditoner ... and boy wow... MY CURLS BECAME SOOOOO TIGHT.. THAT IT LOOKED LIKE I CUT MY HAIR AGAIN LOL.. THEY WERE REALLY MOISTURIZED AND SMOOTH .. NO FRIZZ! ..

* update ... Remember the front of my hair was really wavy and not curly.... I cute the top a little and guess what... BIG CURLS... I guess the heat damage hair grew out finally.. you never know whats underneath all of that u know !! YOUR HAIR WILL SURPRISE YOU AS IT GROWS OUT!! - KEY ADVICE..

Later Chicas!

Yan!

Natural Hair Styles!!! ;-p

2009-08-28T07:09:00.000-07:00

Long Comb Coils

Head full of Coils

Short Two Strand Twists

Double Stranded Rods

Diamond Parted Bantu Knots

Curly Locs

Cornrows and Twists

So Ladies Which Style Do You Like??? Or Rock with already!!! ;-p

Share Comments

**Tan**

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

2009-08-21T10:34:00.000-07:00

Hope you all have a great weekend and be safe! We will finally have up new updated pics as well as pics from the Bronner Bros Hair Show!!! ;-p

Stay tuned!!!!

**YanTan**

FRIDAY PRODUCT REVIEW IS IN!!!

2009-08-12T09:14:00.000-07:00

Hey Ladies,

*** THE VERDICT*****

I LOVVVVVEEE THIS STUFF! buy it buy it! Its thick , creamy and moisturizing. My little big curls are soo shiny. major hold too ! I purchased my tube for 15 bones.. but they do have a small one... to try for ...3 bucks!!! Its a good steal !! I totally recommend this product!!

I can't keep my fingers out of my hair people !!!!!!!! 5 Stars

I already have a soft texture but who wouldn't want it softer soo I went on a man hunt for that product ..

I have been reading alot of product reviews on Redken All Soft Heavy Cream !! I'm not big on spending big bucks on hair products but the reviews were all 5 stars. check out what it claims to do.

REDKEN All Soft Heavy Cream Super Treatment 8.5 oz

*Hair is dramatically softer with increased manageability, movement and luminous shine.
*Provides intense softness, replenishment and strength.
*Formulated with Redken's exclusive Interbond System and Silk Luxe Complex.
*A rich, deep conditioning cream that intensely softens and controls frizz on extremely dry, brittle hair.

I will post the Verdict Friday!! :) later Gators Yan

I Officially found my HAIR TWIN!

2009-08-10T14:18:00.001-07:00

Hey ladies!!

I know alot of you look at naturally curly .com and curly nikki and compare your hair type to others who may have longer hair. EVERYONE SHOULD FIND A HAIR TWIN. YOU JUST MIGHT FIND YOUR HOLY GRAIL HAIR PRODUCT.I have been on a search with someone with my hair type for the longest. It helps me range ( because I'm impatient) what my hair will look like in the matter of months. I FINALLY FOUND SOMEONE! I looked far and wide and I found the wavy, curly hair very similar to mine. WHAT DO YOU THINK?

COMPARISON PHOTOS.

Yan

MY HAIR TWIN.

- Yan

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

2009-08-09T16:41:00.001-07:00

June 28th 2009

August 8th 2009

Wow Can You Believe it??

**TAN**

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

2009-08-09T16:34:00.000-07:00

JUNE 27,2009

AUGUST 8, 2009.

WOW CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?

**YAN**

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

2009-08-07T07:51:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies we hope you guys have a great weekend!!

We will be taking some pics for more updates on our hair journey so stay tuned!!!

Take care....

**YanTan**

**Keep sending us some pics and more hair transitioning stories**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 10!!!! ;-P

2009-08-04T19:45:00.000-07:00

Hey Tan! It's Romney @CoarseDame from twitter! I finally had some time and really wanted to do this!!!

My story: I have had 2 traumatic hair losses in the past 4 years. Both were due to low maintenance with relaxers, I didn't have the money while I was in school to do them and the first mistake was letting someone do an out of the box relaxer my freshman year of college. I lost so much hair...I can't even explain it. I began wearing half wigs and braids until I finally went back home to my original hair dresser. She cut my hair wicked short, but it was for the best and had to be done. The second traumatic hair loss was nearly 2 years later, my hair had grown back I was doing relaxers in more a routing about once very 2 months, because financially that's all I could afford. Unfortunately after deciding to chop my hair down into a bob with bangs I had a hard time maintaining that and it began to fall off yet again! I was applying way too much heat on my hair and it broke off rather quickly. My hair was so uneven, I didn't know what to do! I finally saw the light and realized that this obviously was NOT for me anymore. At the time I was living in Chicago and I was able to locate someone (who is now a dear friend) that specializes in natural hair care and transitioning styles. Immediately we clicked and she cut off my damaged hair and put latchook weave in my hair. This was the beginning of my natural journey. I'm not sure if that was my BC but I surely think of it as one. I transitioned from Jan. 08 to May 09. I trimmed my relaxed hair in between and no longer have any left. I have been rockin my natural hair with pride since I've moved to Boston. I feel like a new me and I'm loving it. Recently I started a Meet Up group for naturals living in the Boston area and I also just launched my personal natural blog. I'm not really sure what the purpose of my blog is yet, I will be using it as an outlet for those who may have the same natural hair care questions as me! I just want to thank you for reading this, it means a lot to me.

Meet up group: http://meetup.com/napptural

Personal Blog: http://coarsedame.blogspot.com

Thank You hunn Glad u gave us your story!!!! ;-p Loved it!!!

**YANTAN**

You Have Nice Hair For a Dark Skin Girl!!!

2009-08-01T16:33:00.001-07:00

..... I know the title is a bit much... but I have heard this from alot of people pertaining to my co-worker. I can't believe some people but here is my story. She has beautiful , waist length,fine spirals that compliment her chocolate skin. My coworker is very use to this but it disturbing that just because someones complexion can determine their hairtype. So many people stare at her and make comments such as "that must be a weave".." wow look at her".....I wonder ..
I wonder WOULD PEOPLE WHISPER OR MAKE SIDE COMMENTS OF DISBELIEF IF SHE WAS A FEW SHADES LIGHTER?

NATURAL BEAUTY # 9!!!! ;-P

2009-07-29T15:32:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies!

I've got some pics for you guys - after my deep condition and color job. I've been experiencing some shrinkage due to the humidity down here in Florida - but when that new shipment of Curly Kinky comes in, I'll be back on track!

Come check me at the blog

Kimi http://sn3akrfr3akr.blogspot.com/

THANK YOU HUNN!!!! GLAD TO SEE YOU ON OUR BLOG!!!!!!

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 8!!!! ;-P

2009-07-29T15:25:00.000-07:00

I thought I would join in the fun!!!!!!!!!

Us naturals have to stick together........

The pictures are 2 years of naturally me and loving it. I rarely straighten my hair as

1) don't like the look 2) don't like long hair on my neck and its way past that when straightened with chi iron.

My go to staples are Shea Butter and a spray bottle with water/glycerin/suave condish.

Thanks for letting me be a part of your wonderful blog.

Elizabeth M.

THANK U SO MUCH HUNN!!!! WE ARE EXCITED THAT U CAME TO SHARE YOUR PICS!!

WE NATURALS DEF HAVE TO STICK TOGETHER!!!! ;-P

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 7!!!!!

2009-07-28T15:26:00.000-07:00

Here are some photos of my current mohawk : ) Still trying to come up with different ways of

wearing it. Not loving all this humidity and rain! Not good for my curls! Love my hawk!

These last 3 photos are slept on hair with Frizz Ease dream curls spray and Frizz Ease Weather

Works style sealant creme with a little water to reactivate my curls.

Love your blog!

Congrats on having 200 followers!

Thank You So Much Hunn!!! Love your MoHawk!!! Keep in touch Queen!!!

**YanTan**

Pics Pics Pics

2009-07-27T17:42:00.000-07:00

Ladies keep sending us some pics and some transitioning stories! We would love to post you all up on our blog!!

Remember all of You are Natural Beauties!!! ;-p

Email:
taniawilliams69@gmail.com

Keep in touch.....

**Tan**

Have a Great Weekend

2009-07-24T06:30:00.000-07:00

Hey guys we hope you all have a great Weekend!!!

Let us know what style you guys are gonna rock???

Be Safe and Take Care!!! ;-p

**YanTan**

WE'VE BEEN TAGGED!!!!! ;-P

2009-07-22T10:27:00.000-07:00

Hey ladies, we've been tagged by the beautiful "AuNaturale"(Thanks sis). This is our very first time being tagged. Below we've listed 10 things about "NaturallyYanTan". After listing ten things about us we will then tag 10 more beautiful ladies ( listed below). Ladies, After listing 10 things about yourself all to be true. Link back to the person who tagged you and then chose 10 people of your liking to be tagged. Don't' forget to inform them that they have been tagged. Enjoy!!!

So..... Ten things about us:

1. We both are graduates from Florida A&M University (FAMU) : )

2. We both would love to pursue nursing careers one day!!

3. We love steak n shake!!! lol ;-p

4. We both have boyfriends whom we love to death!! Shout out to Chris n Ron!!! ;-p

5. We have both been natural for about two n half months now!! WOW!!

6. We both love Coconut!! The Coconut Bars at Whole Foods!! In Love!!!!

7. Yan is half Jamaican!!! ;-p

8. Tan is half Puerto Rican!!! ;-p Yes i know Spanish Fluently : )

9. Yan loves Boat Sailing.... ;-p

10. Tan loves Singing even tho i can't lol ;-p ( Shame )

10 other Beauties:

1. Mane and Chic
http://maneandchic.blogspot.com/

2. Black Girl with Long Hair
http://blackgirllonghair.blogspot.com/

3. Kinky Rhonnie's Spot
http://kinkyrhonnie.blogspot.com/

4. Naturally Leslie
http://naturallyleslie.blogspot.com/

5. Spiced Honey
http://www.honeybrownsugar.com/

6. Serenity 3-0
http://serenity23.blogspot.com/

7. The Natural Haven
http://thenaturalhaven.blogspot.com/

8. CurlyNikki
http://www.curlynikki.com/

9. Keep it Simple Sista
http://keepitsimplesista.blogspot.com/

10. Coily World
http://coilyworld.blogspot.com/

**YANTAN**

ATTENTION : BLACK IN AMERICA PART TWO... TOMORROW!

2009-07-21T12:21:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow !! Wednesday, July 22 @ 9 p.m

This July, CNN continues its investigation of the most challenging issues facing African-Americans with "Black in America 2." Soledad O'Brien reports on people who are using ground-breaking solutions to transform the black experience.

I am soo excited about this ladies.. They are doing a segment on The Black Hairstory....

They are also interviewing the famous Clifton Green who adopted a ethiopian girl and taught his self how to style and treat her hair. This should be very interesting. I hope you all tune in and tell me what you think.

Later Gators , Yan

Carol's Daughter

2009-07-21T11:48:00.001-07:00

OK GUYS YOU HAVE TO TRY SOME OF CAROL'S DAUGHTER PRODUCTS!!HERE ARE A FEW TO SHOW BELOW........

LET US KNOW IF YOU GUYS HAVE HEARD OF ANY OR EVEN TRIED SOME.....OR THE PROS N CONS...SHARE COMMENTS PLEASE.....;-P

This light, fast-absorbing lotion for the hair is made with essential oil of lemongrass to stimulate natural oil production. Vitamins C and E provide an antioxidant boost while a hint of lily of the valley fragrance perfumes hair beautifully. Hair Milk is ideal for defining natural curls and giving hair loads of shine and bounce.

Benefits:
Lemongrass stimulates scalp circulation and adds luster to dull hair.
Sweet almond oil, a natural nut oil that is high in fatty acids and easily

absorbed by the scalp.

The Tui Leave-in-Conditioner is a delicious herbal blend that weightlessly conditions with hydrating ingredients while controlling fly-aways, unmanageable hair and restoring hair’s natural health. Used as a daily leave- in or revitalizing mist, Tui Leave-in Conditioner’s excellent detangling properties replenish essential moisture delivering a delightful cocktail of fruit fragrances!

Benefits:
Replenishes essential moisture, controls fly-aways and unmanageable hair
No harsh, moisture-stripping detergents
Infused with lavender, calendula, chamomile, rose, marigold and larkspur flowers
Paraben-free, No Petroleum, No Mineral Oil, No Artificial Color

Tui Hair Oil soothes dry scalp while adding shine and softness providing hydration and moisture for styling and healthy hair growth.

Benefits:
Fragrant cocktail of stunning guava, mango and passion fruit scent
Performs double duty as a daily shine solution and a weekly hot oil treatment
Excellent for all hair types
Infused with lavender, rose, marigold and larkspur flowers
Paraben-free, No Petroleum, No Mineral Oil, No Artificial Color

**TAN**

DOES IT MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD??

2009-07-20T18:18:00.000-07:00

MAKES ME FEEL GOOD.. WHEN OTHERS LET ME KNOW MY HAIR LOOKS GOOD. ESPECIALLY OF THE OPPOSITE SEX.... I do have a man... but its nice to hear it from others too... keep it tight, keep it tight.

So, Ladies..... WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD?? SHARE COMMENTS...

BOO HERBAL YES AUSSIE!!!!

2009-07-20T17:52:00.000-07:00

OK .. TAN AND I WERE SOO GONE ON HERBAL ESSENCES BUT WE STARTED TO NOTICE A CRISPY FEELING.... MUY MAL!! LOL I MEAN DON'T GET ME WRONG, IT WAS MOISTURIZED BUT WHO REALLY LIKES CRISPY HAIR. SO.. WE REACHED OUT AND FELL DEEP IN LOVE WITH ....

DRUM ROLL PLEASE..

Advertised: Accented with Australian Aloe it gives thirsty, dry hair a long and quenching drink for silky hair.So your hair walks into a bar and says "I'm parched! Pleeeease give my hair a drink to quench its thirst!" "Right away" says the tender as he slides the Moist Conditioner accented with Aloe and Jojoba Oil. It's not funny, but it works.

Price: $4 for 13.5 oz OR $6 for 34oz/1 liter(!!)

Ingredients: Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glutamic Acid, Fragrance, Bis Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Benzyl Alcohol, EDTA, Ecklonia Radiata Extract (Australian Sea Kelp), Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (Jojoba), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Extract, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone

Review: . That’s right, a PUMP. Which is GREAT for distributing conditioner and other products in the shower. Seriously, ALL PRODUCTS FOR USE IN SHOWER SHOULD COME WITH A PUMP. This conditioner is also a little thicky thick.. which is great for molding... and finger styling your curls like i do to define them. The end dry result is a soft hold with shine, shine ,and more shine. I love this conditioner to death....... GOOOOD BYE HERBAL ESSENCES ....YOU HAVE BEEN DROPPED.

PLEASE TRY THIS CONDITIONER OR BUST!!

Note: Bis Aminopropyl Dimethicone is not water soluble BUT it repels further deposition of amine-functional polymers on top of the existing layer that it deposited first so it actually helps prevent build up.

LATER GATORS.....

WoW 200 Followers!!!!!

2009-07-20T07:17:00.001-07:00

WoW ok so we made it to 200 and boy did we ever imagine that!!! We are to excited and thankful for all of you for making it possible for us!! You guys keep us motivated and we will keep you guys up to date throughout our journey as well as products and info that we would love to share to you all!! Keep coming and leaving us feedback we love the support!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

Hope you guys have a wonderful Week!! ;-p

**YANTAN**

HAPPY SATURDAY YOU GUYS!!!!!! ............. ;-P

2009-07-18T11:22:00.000-07:00

Hope you all are having a great weekend so far!!!

Stay tuned new pics and products coming soon!!

Take Care!!

Send us any pics and stories to our email so we can post up all of our natural beauties up! ;-p

taniawilliams69@gmail.com

**YanTan**

Milk and Honey Hair Smoothie Mix

2009-07-14T20:27:00.000-07:00

Milk & Honey Hair Smoothie!!!!! Pre/Post Swim Conditoner (Its Summer Time!!!!)

1 can of pure coconut milk (rich moisturize - hydrates, conditions and de-frizzes hair)
1 ripe avocado (natural source of protein - chlorine robs the hair of protein)
2 tablespoons of pure honey (conditions and adds sheen)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (hydrophobic oil that acts as a barrier to chlorine and salt water)

Directions: Add ingredients to blender. Mix at high speed until your concoction reaches a smoothie consistency. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can warm up your hair smoothie in the microwave before next application...just enough to re-chill.

How to apply to Hair:Section hair into 4 segments. Generously apply evenly to hair, from root to ends concentrating on ends..(ends are most damaging). Smooth hair into a protective style (braided ponytail, or a bun).

After that its FUN TIME IN THE WATER!!!! ENJOY ;-P

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 6!!!!! ;-P

2009-07-13T17:07:00.001-07:00

I did the BC November 5, 2008 and here I am 8 months later (June 13,2009). I'm loving this journey!

THANK U SOOO MUCH HUNN FOR THE PHOTOS!! YOUR HAIR IS TOOO CUTE AND ITS GOING TO BE TO PRETTY WHEN ITS LONGER ;-P

**YANTAN**

Keeping it T-i-g-h-t!!!!!!

2009-07-12T16:34:00.000-07:00

Ladies!! This is a subject i had to deal with for a long time with my boyfriend and even co-workers... I mean it was a big change cuting my hair and it was hard for me to get my hair to look cute for a while.. but time passed and I got the hang of it.

If you do the Big Chop you can still look cute..... so don't let others discourage you like I was.... with comments such as

you don't have the right head shape? BOOO

if you are a pretty girl.. which all of you are.. any length will look good on YOU!!

One woman that has inspired me a lot with her cute, short , curly cut is .......

NICOLE MURPHY

She is SO beautiful and classy. I really love the way she carries herself. I LOVE HER STYLE!!

Meanwhile.. I can not wait till my hair is long and full just like the Mataano Twins!!

They are two very talented Somalian born designers from Washington, D.C.

http://www.mataano.com/ check them out..

MY HAIR INSPIRATION

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE SUPPORT LADIES. ALL OF YOU HAVE MADE MY TRANSITION LOVING AND EASY. I HOPE TO PROVIDE THE SAME TO ALL OF THOSE TRANSITIONING OR THINKING ABOUT MAKING THIS HUGE STEP.

LATER GATORS,

YAN

A DAY AT THE POOL

2009-07-12T12:59:00.000-07:00

OK SOOO WE FINALLY WENT SWIMMIN WITH THE NATURAL LOOK...AND IT FELT SOOO GOOD....;-P WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!! WE HOPE U ALL HAD A GREAT WEEKEND AS WELL!!!!!!

**YANTAN**

HOPE U ALL HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!

2009-07-09T20:44:00.001-07:00

HEY YOU GUYS WE HOPE U ALL WILL HAVE FUN THIS WEEKEND..YANTAN WILL B BUSY RUNNIN AROUND THE ATL DOING A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING..FROM SHOPPIN..LOOKIN FOR APARTMENTS...OR JUST TALKIN HAIR!!!! ;-P HAHA......

YALL B SAFE N TAKE CARE!!

**YANTAN**

PICS COMING SOON STAY TUNED!!!! ;-P

2009-07-08T13:41:00.001-07:00

HEY YOU GUYS WELL YANTAN WILL BE HAVING SOME MORE PICS OF UPDATES ON OUR HAIR...ITS GROWING LITTLE BY LITTLE!!! EXCITING....

**ONCE AGAIN PLEASE SHARE ANY STORIES AND PICS WITH US ;-P

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 5!!!! ;-P

2009-07-08T05:19:00.001-07:00

Hello Beautiful Ladies of YANTAN,

My name is Tywanna. Well thought I would take this opportunity to tell you I use to apply relaxers on my hair for years. It wasn't until I was pregnant with my daughter, when I decided to stop using any chemicals towards my hair. Since then, I have promoted to my freinds and family that natural is the only way to be. Also, letting my daughter know that there is nothing wrong with having beautiful curly hair and having the option to wear it straight without using chemicals. I have been without chemicals in my hair for five years and my hair has been so healthy ever since. So I am sending you some pics of me with my natural wavy/curly hair and on occasions I would were it straight.

I do my own hair by the way. Keep this information going because it is so beautiful being all natural!

The products I use: When I wear my hair curly is:Pantene Shampoo and Condtioner for Curly hair

Dr. Mircale Shampoo with Conditioner

Infusium 23 MoistureOlogie Leave in Conditioner

AMPRO Clear Ice Protien Gel (to keep my curls tamed)

When I decide to where hair straight I use:Shampoo and Conditioner above,Clairol Jazzing Hair Color Clear

Jazzing Clear Sulafane to enhance my natural color which gives my hair a gloss and maintians frizz Vitapointe from Clairol Vitapointe Creme Haridressing- Non-Greasy

Ceramic Flat Iron

Tywanna L. Hill....

IF BETTER IS POSSIBLE, then GOOD IS NOT ENOUGH....

THANK YOU SO MUCH HUNN! YOUR HAIR IS TO DIE FOR!! THE LENGTH IS WHERE YANTAN WANTS TO BE!! WE CAN'T WAIT!! ;-P ONCE AGAIN THANK U FOR THE PICS!!

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 4!! ;-P

2009-07-07T21:42:00.000-07:00

I always change up my colors/ styles....

Take care! -MiMi J.

THANK U SO MUCH HUNN!! COLOR IS TOO CUTE!! ;-P

**YANTAN**

YanTan Now on TWITTER!! ;-P

2009-07-07T10:20:00.000-07:00

OK SO WE FINALLY DECIDED TO GET ON TWITTER!! STILL TRYING TO GET THE HANG OF IT!!...BUT WE WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN.....

COME JOIN US ON TWITTER AT NaturallyYanTan.....

In the mean time ladies feel free to keep sending us pics and you can always let us know any products you guys use as well as the transitioning process.... Thank You So Much...

~~Hope you guys are having a Great Day!

~~R.I.P. MJ!!!

**YanTan**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 3!!!!! ;-P

2009-07-07T05:16:00.000-07:00

Hey girls!

Thought I’d participate as well!

Check out my pic.

Alexia

THANK U HUNN WE LOVE THE PIC!!! ;-P

**YANTAN**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 2!!!! ;-P

2009-07-06T17:49:00.001-07:00

Ms Genoa Rhinehart

This is me after my BC from Giselle @ Curltopia 6/28/09

Denise Moore

My Pic!

THANK YOU GUYS WE LOVE IT!! THE NATURAL SIDE GOTTA BE THE BEST FEELING EVER!!! ;-P

O AND WE SEE THAT YOU WENT TO CURLTOPIA GENOA!!!! HOW EXCITING!! GLAD YOU WENT!!!

**YANTAN**

Natural Hair Beauty #1... ;-p

2009-07-06T15:09:00.001-07:00

Hey,

Here is a pic of me and my crowning glory :-D

Patrice Harrison

THANKS SO MUCH HUNN...WE LOVE THE CROWN YOUR CURLS ARE TOOO CUTE!!!!

**YANTAN**

KEEP THEM COMING.......

PICS PICS PICS!!! ;-P

2009-07-06T12:57:00.000-07:00

YOU GUYS SHOULD SEND US SOME PICS SO WE CAN POST THEM UP OF ALL THE NATURAL HAIR THAT YOU ALL HAVE!! ;-P

EMAIL US AT taniawilliams69@gmail.com

**YanTan**

HAVE A HAPPY 4TH OF JULY GUYS!!!!! ;-P

2009-07-03T15:17:00.000-07:00

HEY GUYS WE HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A GREAT 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!!! BE SAFE AND DON'T EAT 2222 MUCH...HAHA .....YANTAN WILL BE SEPERATED THIS WEEKEND..YAN WILL BE IN LOUISIANA AND TAN WILL BE IN FLORIDA!!!!!....

ENJOY AND HAVE FUN!!!!

WE WILL BE BACK SOOOONN!!! ;-P

**YANTAN**

Yan's Routine

2009-06-30T15:04:00.000-07:00

Yan here !!!

LADIES!! .. I have recieved alot of request for my hair routine and the number one thing everyone needs to remember...

RULE # KEEP IT SIMPLE.... ALL LADIES WITH LONG HAIR HAVE SIMPLE ROUTINES.

I HAVE FALLEN DEEPLY IN LOVE WITH AUBREYS ORGANICS HONEYSUCKLE CONDITIONER..- my curls are extremely soft, light and moistured.

Shea butter- Once I apply the conditioner I apply shea butter to my edges and my ends.. this seals the cuticle :)

100 percent natural

ingredients below..

Into a blend of Aubrey's Coconut Fatty Acid Base the following herbals have been compounded: chrysanthemum, angelica, rosa mosqueta rose hip seed oil, honeysuckle oil, horsetail, coltsfoot, ginkgo leaf, ginseng root, rosemary oil and sage oil. Preserved with citrus seed extract and vitamins A, C and E. No synthetics of any kind. Not tested on animals.

Aubrey Organic products are full of great "hair growing" herbs as well.

Beware :-- its not cheap at all... 10 bucks- Whole Foods. Vitamin Shoppe - 9.00

I co-wash with it everyday and the bottle is lasting me about two weeks.. maybe a little longer. we will see.

I love my cheap herbal essences... but Aubreys is sooo worth the extra 4 bucks.

Also, Every once in a while I will add Beyond The Zone Noodle Head.

Gives great definition to the curls... :)

Well thats all.. I just let it air dry in the Georgia heat .. and go on with my day... :)

Later Gators

Yan

OUR FIRST AWARD WOW!!!!!! ;-P

2009-06-29T18:43:00.000-07:00

The lovely **KabQueen**
nominated NaturallyYanTan for Interesting Blog- Award.

OK so this is our first Award! So we guess we can say a little something :

Well first we have to say thanks to GOD!! we would like to say thanks to KabQueen! You guys are great! To all of our followers you guys are what keeps us going...without you all there would be no YANTAN....or at least anybody checking out what we have to offer with our infos..lol.. : )....but we will continue to make you guys happy!!!!! YOU ALL OUR THE BEST!!!!!..........

SOOO we are suppose to nominate other blogs.........and we choose.......

http://aunaturale007.blogspot.com/ *AU NATURALE*....Love the info you give always someting positive and just plain interesting!! Love it!

http://www.theafgirls.com/ *ALMOST FAMOUS*....Now we def love u guys!! Always keeps interesting entertainment...whats better than that!! haha...You guys are tooo sweet as well!!!!!

Ok guys don't forget the rules:

1. Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award and his/her blog link.

2. Pass the award to other blogs that you've newly discovered. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

THANKS AGAIN KABQUEEN!!!! ;-P

GUESS U CAN SAY WE ENJOYED OUR SATURDAY!!!!..;-P

2009-06-27T21:08:00.000-07:00

NEW UPDATED PICS ON OUR JOURNEY!!........ : )

YANTAN....BEING TOOO SILLY ;-P

YANTAN

YAN

TAN

YAN

TAN

TAN WITH CURLY PUDDING!!! : )

HOPE YOU GUYS ENJOYED THE NEW PICS.... : )

MORE COMING SOOON!!! KEEP IN TOUCH...

**YANTAN**

HAPPY SATURDAY YOU GUYS!!!!!! ............. ;-P

2009-06-27T07:49:00.003-07:00

WE HOPE YOU ALL ENJOY YOUR WEEKEND!!! IT'S SOOOOOO HOT OUTSIDE!!!! GOTTA WALK AROUND WITH A DAIQUIRI..LOL...ENJOY!!!!!! ;-P

**YANTAN**

A Look Back of The Old Look........Now we in with the New....... ;-p

2009-06-25T21:41:00.000-07:00

YAN

TAN

YANTAN

ME N YAN

JUST A FEW PICKS TO LOOK BACK AT OF THE OLD....HMMM DO WE MISS OUR OLD HAIR???.....NAWWWWWWWWWWW ;-P WE LOVING THE NEW LOOK!!!!!! : )

STAY TUNED NEW PICS COMING UP SOON!!!!!

O Yes the Coconut Oil !!!!!........A MUST!! : )

2009-06-25T11:38:00.000-07:00

Coconut oil is one of the best natural nutrition for hair. It helps in healthy growth of hair providing them a shinny complexion. Regular massage of the head with coconut oil ensures that your scalp is free of dandruff, lice, and lice eggs, even if your scalp is dry. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the re-growth of damaged hair. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair. It is therefore used as hair care oil and used in manufacturing various conditioners, and dandruff relief creams.

SO YOU ALREADY KNOW WE GOTTA GET THE COCONUT OIL!!! SO IMAGINE USING THE COCONUT OIL AND SOME VITAMINS!! BOY O BOY WE TALKING ABOUT SOME HEALTHY HAIR!!! CAN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN THAT!!! LET US KNOW WHAT THINK ABOUT USING THE COCONUT OIL..IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY..... ;-p

**YANTAN**

HAIR SHOW IN ATLANTA!!!....... : )

2009-06-25T11:28:00.000-07:00

You already know we gotta go to the hair show to see all these hair styles we are about to see! The event takes places August 15-18 2009. So if you guys can make it that will be great!!!!!! We hope to see you there!..... ;-p

Let us know if any of you decide to go : )

**YANTAN**

VITAMINS FOR HAIR GROWTH.....HMMM.... : )

2009-06-24T07:27:00.000-07:00

What are characteristics of the best hair vitamins?

There are many hair supplements on the market making many claims, but the best hair vitamins will have several things in common. We have outlined a few of them below.

Look for the Niacin content
The best hair vitamins contain true niacin in a proper dose. True niacin increases blood flow to the surface of the skin. Don’t be fooled by Niacinamide. Niacinamide is not niacin. The proper amount of niacin is critical. Hair Formula 37 hair supplements use 35mgs of niacin per tablet.
By using this amount the niacin is “flush free.” Amounts of niacin over 100mgs can produce a “niacin flush” in the average person. This is extremely beneficial to the body, but isn’t necessary to increase the blood flow to the scalp. Hair Formula 37 uses niacin in a “flush free” amount in the correct dose to provide maximum blood flow to the scalp.

Look for amino acids in the ingredients of the best hair vitamins
There are many expensive hair supplements with 2mgs of one amino acid and 4mgs of another. Most of Hair Formula 37's amino acids measure in the 100’s of mgs. Four milligrams of any amino acid does little good.
A good amino acid to look for specifically is L-Cystine. It is a sulfur containing amino acid that helps build strength in the hair and helps many chemical services. Hair Formula 37 has 380mgs of this single amino acid in a daily dose of hair supplement vitamins.

Look for Biotin (200mcgs or more)
Biotin is very important for hair health. It is needed for healthy hair and skin, and may even prevent hair loss in some men. The best hair vitamins should have at least 200 mcgs+ in the daily dose. This is exactly what Hair Formula 37 hair supplements contain.

Look for Iron (4mgs)
One of the most common causes of hair loss in pre-menopausal women is not hormones, but a nutritional deficiency including depleted iron stores. Hair Formula 37 has a full 4mgs of iron to ensure proper iron is in the blood to facilitate hair growth.

Look for Choline and Insositol in a 4:1 ratio.
Hair Formula 37 has 1000mgs of choline to 250mgs of inositol. The body produces its own inositol so a 4:1 ratio is a perfect blend. Hair Formula 37 hair supplements use this ratio.
There are many other nutrients that should be in the best hair vitamins but the above is a good start. Before creating Hair Formula 37 hair supplements we researched many combinations of ingredients and arrived with a hair growth formula that is unrivaled in the hair care business.

SO LADIES I THINK TAKING SOME VITAMINS WILL NOT HURT YOU ONLY HELP YOU THROUGHOUT YOUR HAIR GROWTH PROCESS...WE ARE DEF GONNA GIVE IT A TRY AND WE HOPE TO SEE PLENTY OF GROWTH!! WE ARE TOOO EXCITED CAN'T WAIT....LET US KNOW IF YOU GUYS ARE TAKING AND VITAMINS TO HELP WITH YOUR HAIR...OR EITHER WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT THE VITAMINS.. DO YOU THINK IT WILL HELP?....................................

**YANTAN**

Hair Formula 37

Soo.. I went to CurlTopia!!!! and I ....

2009-06-22T15:05:00.000-07:00

lOVED IT!!! LADIES!! if you live in the Atlanta area or surrounding states please visit Curltopia hair boutique.

backtrack!! remember Tan and I did the big chop which left room I might add for left over relaxer pieces and definitely no shape to my hair.

I did some research on salons that did great cuts for curly heads and they were at the top of my list. My experience was amazing.

I was treated so well and the decor of the salon was so cute. My stylist Gissele was very understanding and professional.

She gave me a consultation and taught me step by step how to style and moisturize my hair . I was really nervous about the hair cut but the end result was soo cute. The left over relaxer pieces were hiding my curls and they popped out when she trimmed them off. They offer soo many different services including a steam treatment which actually reduces frizz and increases moisture in the follicle. The asistants and the stylist were soo sweet and helpful with all of my newly natural questions.

They later finger styled my hair with Curls. This brand is amazing and its all natural. They carry Miss Jessies as well. Great Great Product!! I would suggest anyone that has poofy curls to try Miss Jessies. It works miracles!!
At the End of the Day I was very happy!! Highly Recommend Ladies!! Im offically ready to start growing. I will add pictures of my final cut for the next 1 and 1/2 years!

take a look at their website --- http://www.curltopia.com/ picture credit: curltopia

Miss Jessies -http://www.missjessies.com/ curly meringue !!gives your curls the bong feeling lol

Curls- http://www.curls.biz/- curl milkshake two thumps up !!!

Pictures will be posted of the new cut stay tuned!!

Yan-

GOING TO WHITE WATERS THIS WEEKEND

2009-06-19T07:37:00.000-07:00

PICS COMING SOON!!! STAY TUNED.....

FINALLY GET TO GO SWIMMING NATURAL!!!

**YANTAN**

OUR HAIR TODAY AFTER OUR BC

2009-06-16T19:40:00.001-07:00

ME AND YANICKA CHILLING EN LA CASA!!

ME AND YANICKA

ME AND YAN AGAIN.....

ME ON THE PHONE WITH MY BABY!!! ;-P

YANICKA SIDE VIEW!!

YANICKA BACK VIEW!!

YANICKA TOP VIEW!!

ANOTHER TOP VIEW OF YANICKA'S HAIR

MORE OF YAN!!

New Pictures Coming Soon!!

2009-06-16T12:24:00.001-07:00

I have some great textured shots and style shots of me and YanTan.. Stay Tuned!!

Scab Hair or soo they call it...

2009-06-16T12:09:00.000-07:00

Well... I was doing my hair today and I noticed that the front of my hair doesn't really curl that much but waves :( any who... I'm sure it will look nicer once it grows out and has weight on it..

I took a much closer look and i noticed it was a different texture then my whole head.. this lead me to research if any other naturals were experiencing the same thing...

OH yes they were...

Scab hair ...“scab hair” which is the new-grow hair that grows out after a perm. Scab hair is not like your true texture. It is drier, rougher, and possibly harder to manage. I also noticed that maybe I didn't cut out all the relaxer ... I ran my fingers across the length of my hair strands and felt little dips along the way.. Chemical damage... ( relaxer is still there hanging on) soo.. I might need to do a little front trim that definitely has relaxer on it.

here is what I felt on my strands up close above !!

and here is what my hair looks like with out chemical or heat ... complete virgin hair !!

Later Gators ,

Yan

THE HAIR CUTand JAMAICA!!

2009-06-06T09:37:00.000-07:00

YEP!! I FINALLY DID IT.I have been thinking about doing the Big Chop for a while but I was scared to have short hair. All my life I had long hair and how could I give up my long locks!! The reason I decided to BC was the weather in Jamaica and I didn't want to continue to press my curls coming in. So.. I did what I had to do!! At first reaction I was devastated !! I felt very unattractive at first but after I got use to styling it.. I started to accept my curls!! I love it and I can tell its already growing back!!

P.S.. The natural hair climbing Dunns River Falls was the best thing ever!! no worries :) Just Curls.

-YaYa....

THE NEW LOOK!!!!!!

2009-06-01T16:57:00.000-07:00

GUESS WE CAN WORK WITH IT!!

NATURALLYYANTAN!!!!

SSSOOO WE DID IT!! YES THE BIG CHOP!!!

2009-06-01T16:48:00.001-07:00

Yanicka's Hair almost done.....what an experience!

Look at all of our Hair!!!!!!!! those straight ends!!!

More of Yanicka's Hair!!

My Hair Cut and Gone!!!

More straight ends!!! Yuck!!

Yanicka's hair before the big chop!!!

TUESDAY

2009-05-19T10:27:00.000-07:00

SOOOO ITS TUESDAY AND ITS ACTUALLY NICE OUT!! TOOO BAD I'M STUCK AT WORK!! I WASHED MY HAIR LAST NIGHT AND NOTICED THAT ITS GETTING LONGER!!! HOW EXCITING IS THAT!!! I CO-WASHED AGAIN AND THEN I APPLIED SOME NON-ALCOHOL GEL ON MY EDGES AND THEN APPLIED SOME SHEA BUTTER ON MY ENDS...I STILL CAN'T WEAR IT HOW I WANT TOO BECAUSE OF MY ENDS STILL BEING RELAXED!! SUCKS!! I'M STILL DECIDING WHETHER OR NOT TO DO THE BIG CHOP!!! WHAT DO YOU THINK????

**TANIA**

WE ALL LOVE THE NATURAL SIDE!!!!

2009-05-19T10:18:00.001-07:00

http://www.curlynikki.com/
http://keepitsimplesista.blogspot.com/
http://maneandchic.blogspot.com/
http://www.honeybrownsugar.com/
http://pokahontaslhcf-pokahontas.blogspot.com/

Conditioners Condtioners.What is Co Washing??

2009-05-16T13:37:00.000-07:00

When you decide to go natural your hair is not the only thing that should change. Your products should change as well. All Natural Products or least products that don't have harmful alcohols and silocones that suffocate the hair and prevent moisture from staying on the hair.. First Things First...
Water is the most Beneficial Moisturizer for Natural Hair..so yes you can wash your hair everyday as long as you Co-Wash ( Conditioner Wash- washing your hair with conditioner instead of shampoo). Shampoo should only be used when you develop buildup which can usually occur once a week to give your hair a clean slate.

Our two favorite Conditioners/ Leave in- Elucence Moisture Balance Conditioner is my favorite... All natural products, great leave-in as well. This product is hard to find and can be expensive for the amount of conditioner you get. Well Well worth it. You can purchase online at http://www.naturallycurly.com/.

For a cheaper Alternative ..... Herbal Essences Hello Hydration is a great alternative for Elucence when funds are low. This Products is not completely natural but it has many moisturizing benefits and no silicones or harmful alcohols. two thumbs up. great leave in as well. This product can be found at your local grocery store, cvs or walgreens.

Next Post ..... How do you keep the moisture in your hair???? Sealing your ends of course....

SHEAR BUTTTTTTTER !!! _ TO BE CONTINUED...

Myth of the Day

2009-05-15T11:04:00.001-07:00

HAIR TRIMMING

Now ladies i know you heard about how you have to trim your hair every six to eight weeks after a relaxer is done...Um think again...we DON'T have to trim our hair around that time..yeah it might look good and all and have more flow to it..but how are you going to dertermine if our hair is growing and see your length!! I mean come on thats toooo much trimming for me!! i don't trim my hair until it needs it and of course we all know how our hair looks when its time for that cut!! lol : )

DENMAN BRUSH

2009-05-15T10:52:00.001-07:00

THE FAMOUS DENMAN BRUSH!!!
LADIES IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY GET YOU ONE OF THESE BRUSHES YOU CAN FIND THEM AT ANY BEAUTY SUPPLY STORES WE GOT OURS AT SALLYS!! GREAT USE FOR NATURAL HAIR EASY TO COMB THRU..DETANGLES IN MINUTES!! ME AND YANICKA LOVE IT...WISH WE KNEW ABOUT THIS BRUSH A LONG TIME AGO : (.....I EVEN HAVE A MINI ONE TO KEEP IN MY PURSE! NEVER KNOW WHEN I MAY HAVE TO TOUCH UP ;-P .... SO TRY AND GET ONE IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY.....

LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THE DENMAN BRUSH!

**YANTAN**

MEGA-TEK

2009-05-15T10:48:00.000-07:00

THIS A PRODUCT THAT WE ALSO LOVE TO USE!!! ITS GREAT FOR YOUR HAIR HELPS THICKEN AND HELPS WITH GROWTH!! ME AND YANICKA HAIR IS ALREADY GROWING FAST FROM OUR BC !! ITS CRAZY!!! AND WE LOVE IT!!! ;-P IF YOU GUYS HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ON HOW TO USE THIS PRODUCT LET US KNOW!!

**NATURALLY YAN TAN**

**MEGA-TEK**

AAA SHEA BUTTER!!!!!

2009-05-15T10:25:00.000-07:00

This is our shea butter that we use to seal our ends with! Its all natural so great for the hair!! We also use it to put on our edges as well.. You guys should try it as well!!!.....Its GREAT!!!...We bought this product at a whole foods market store in atlanta hopefully there is one near you.... Yanicka did some research on it and now we just gotta have it : )!!!!!

Chris Rock Hair Documentary " Good Hair"

2009-05-15T07:27:00.000-07:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LuOO-iBF5Q

The Documentary will air as a HBO Special soon!

You should check it out!!

WHAT IS YOUR HAIR TYPE, CHICA??!!

2009-05-15T06:21:00.000-07:00

First Things First Ladies.. When you have made the decision to be done with the dreaded relaxer hair, you have to learn your own. There are many different textures of hair which requires special needs. Andre Walker, who has won numerous Emmys for his work on the Oprah Winfrey Show, has worked out this hair classification system. It should help you find out what hair type you have so your transition can move smoothly.

1.Type 1 Hair- Type 1 hair is straight with no discernible curl or wave pattern. This type of hair tends to get oily and is usually shiny.

Type 2 Hair- Type 2 hair is hair that has some soft waves, but little to no real curl. It doesn’t form rings, just waves. It typically is more coarse than Type 1 hair and will cling to the scalp in long “S” shaped waves.

Type 3 Hair- Type 3 hair has a more definite “S” pattern to it with the “S” being more tightly formed. It will typically be relatively soft and will have less shine than type 1 or 2 hair. It will straighten out or form ringlets when wet but will draw up into a curlier pattern when it dries. This hair type is typical of biracial (African and Caucasian mix) people and of Blacks of a more mixed heritage.

Type 4 Hair- Type 4 hair will have kinks and twists and possibly coils but does not form an “S” shape. It may be “L” shaped with bends in it. It may form tight coils or “O” shapes (not really the same as the “ringlets”formed by Type 3 hair. This type of hair generally doesn’t change shape much wet or dry. It can be wiry and usually is fragile. It tends to be drier than other hair types because the bends and twists not only provide points that are more fragile, they actually make it hard for the natural oil (sebum) produced by the scalp to reach the ends of the hair shaft. Because the cuticles do not lay flat on Type 4 hair, the hair tends to be less shiny than Types 1, 2 and 3 and people will often think natural Black hair is dry or dull looking. Most African-Americans have Type 4 hair, which is why this designation alone is not really super descriptive. It seems we are the ones most concerned with categorizing our hair and by this pretty crude system, most of us fall into basically the same category.

and if you are relaxed.. ( which we were)

Chemically Straightened Hair- Chemically Treated or Permed hair is a hair type we think we have to add. Perming the hair changes the natural structure of the hair creating its own hair type. It is going to be anywhere from a Type 2 to a Type 1 in terms of straightness (depending on the strength of the perm). In spite of the fact the hair shaft is slightly thinner due to the action of the perming chemicals, it might still be a relatively thick hair shaft. It will have more shine than natural hair because the cuticles lay more flat. But, it will tend to be dry.

This should help... So what type are you? I'm a 3 B 3C.. mixed in.. Tania is 3C all over ..soooo lucky.. post pics soon.

Yanicka*

Some Old Pics

2009-05-14T20:11:00.000-07:00

This is me when i did my first henna!! Its all pinned up like its really short and all...which kinda sucks but i actually like that look on me...but this is how i usually where my hair while im going thru my process!! *******************************

This is of course Yanicka..with an old curly look...can't wait for the outcome when its fully natural and alot more thicker and longer..its going to be beautiful.... : )

The Meaning of Yan Tan

2009-05-14T20:07:00.000-07:00

Naturally Yan Tan was created by myself Tania and a close friend name Yanicka. We decided to start a natural recipe for women who want to let go of relaxers and let the natural hair flow. We both decided nine months ago that we would go natural and start are own hair care regimen. We are documenting our transition, natural hair care products, our protective styles, and adventures. Yanicka has did alot of research on different hair products ingredients and how your hair responds to them. We will constinently do reviews on different hair products so you wont have to. We want to be your go to natural hair guide. Using Naturally Yan Tan takes alot of determination and dedication to make sure your hair gets the treatment it deserves. Remember with natural hair keep it healthy and length will come : )

TYRA " GOOD HAIR DAY"

2009-05-14T12:49:00.001-07:00

" WHITE GIRL FLOW "

Or should i say best hair in atlanta!!! ( Hell Naw!!!)

http://tyrashow.warnerbros.com/2009/05/what_is_good_hair_1.php

2009-05-11T20:56:00.000-07:00

Welcome to YanTan!!!

Hooray!! This is our first post ( its been a long time coming) and no better time for an introduction! My name is Yanicka ( to the left ) and Tania ( to the right) we are better known as the sisters the found each other later on in life..lol. We both made a decision 9 months ago to go fully natural and experiment the healthy side of our hair. We want to be able to be versatile ( straight,curly, and wavy ) You can't beat that! Most importantly we are stepping away from the ideal beauty of straight hair and the stereotypes of so called good hair/bad hair. Stay tuned and watch our Journey to the natural side!!

NaturallyYanTan

LenghtCheck : 3 month's till Yan and Tan 2 year Anniversary!!

Taste of Chicago hair!!

Braid Out

ONE YEAR ALREADY! WOW!!

HapppY Anniversary!!!!!!! 1 year Natural :)

One Year Anniversary ON the Horizon.. Horrible Bloggers.

OK... IM FORREAL THIS THIS TIME.. THIS IS IT!

Product Review Friday!!!! Brazilian Edition !!

Back from the Extremely Long Hiatus !!!!!

PRODUCT REVIEW : MIXED CHICKS

Natural Hair Styles!!! ;-p

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

FRIDAY PRODUCT REVIEW IS IN!!!

I Officially found my HAIR TWIN!

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 10!!!! ;-P

You Have Nice Hair For a Dark Skin Girl!!!

NATURAL BEAUTY # 9!!!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 8!!!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 7!!!!!

**Pics Pics Pics**

**Have a Great Weekend**

WE'VE BEEN TAGGED!!!!! ;-P

ATTENTION : BLACK IN AMERICA PART TWO... TOMORROW!

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DOES IT MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD??

BOO HERBAL YES AUSSIE!!!!

WoW 200 Followers!!!!!

HAPPY SATURDAY YOU GUYS!!!!!! ............. ;-P

**Milk and Honey Hair Smoothie Mix**

NATURAL BEAUTY # 6!!!!! ;-P

Keeping it T-i-g-h-t!!!!!!

**A DAY AT THE POOL**

HOPE U ALL HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!

**PICS COMING SOON** STAY TUNED!!!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 5!!!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 4!! ;-P

YanTan Now on TWITTER!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 3!!!!! ;-P

NATURAL BEAUTY # 2!!!! ;-P

Natural Hair Beauty #1... ;-p

PICS PICS PICS!!! ;-P

HAVE A HAPPY 4TH OF JULY GUYS!!!!! ;-P

Yan's Routine

**OUR FIRST AWARD** WOW!!!!!! ;-P

GUESS U CAN SAY WE ENJOYED OUR SATURDAY!!!!..;-P

HAPPY SATURDAY YOU GUYS!!!!!! ............. ;-P

A Look Back of The Old Look........Now we in with the New....... ;-p

O Yes the Coconut Oil !!!!!........A MUST!! : )

HAIR SHOW IN ATLANTA!!!....... : )

VITAMINS FOR HAIR GROWTH.....HMMM.... : )

Soo.. I went to CurlTopia!!!! and I ....

**GOING TO WHITE WATERS THIS WEEKEND**

**OUR HAIR TODAY AFTER OUR BC**

New Pictures Coming Soon!!

Scab Hair or soo they call it...

THE HAIR CUTand JAMAICA!!

THE NEW LOOK!!!!!!

SSSOOO WE DID IT!! YES THE BIG CHOP!!!

**TUESDAY**

**WE ALL LOVE THE NATURAL SIDE!!!!**

Conditioners Condtioners.What is Co Washing??

**Myth of the Day**

**DENMAN BRUSH**

**MEGA-TEK**

**AAA SHEA BUTTER!!!!!**

Chris Rock Hair Documentary " Good Hair"

WHAT IS YOUR HAIR TYPE, CHICA??!!

**Some Old Pics**

**The Meaning of Yan Tan**

TYRA " GOOD HAIR DAY"

Pics Pics Pics

Have a Great Weekend

Carol's Daughter

Milk and Honey Hair Smoothie Mix

A DAY AT THE POOL

PICS COMING SOON STAY TUNED!!!! ;-P

OUR FIRST AWARD WOW!!!!!! ;-P

GOING TO WHITE WATERS THIS WEEKEND

OUR HAIR TODAY AFTER OUR BC

TUESDAY

WE ALL LOVE THE NATURAL SIDE!!!!

Myth of the Day

DENMAN BRUSH

MEGA-TEK

AAA SHEA BUTTER!!!!!

Some Old Pics

The Meaning of Yan Tan