Friday, August 28, 2009

Natural Hair Styles!!! ;-p


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
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**Tan**

Friday, August 21, 2009

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

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**

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

FRIDAY PRODUCT REVIEW IS IN!!!

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

Monday, August 10, 2009

I Officially found my HAIR TWIN!


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

Sunday, August 9, 2009

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

June 28th 2009

August 8th 2009
Wow Can You Believe it??
**TAN**

ONE MONTH AND A HALF PROGRESS

JUNE 27,2009

AUGUST 8, 2009.
WOW CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?
**YAN**

Friday, August 7, 2009

HAPPY FRIDAY CHICAS!! ;-P

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**

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

NATURAL BEAUTY # 10!!!! ;-P

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.








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

Saturday, August 1, 2009

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


..... 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?

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

NATURAL BEAUTY # 9!!!! ;-P






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

NATURAL BEAUTY # 8!!!! ;-P




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**

Tuesday, July 28, 2009

NATURAL BEAUTY # 7!!!!!

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**


Monday, July 27, 2009

**Pics Pics Pics**

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**

Friday, July 24, 2009

**Have a Great Weekend**

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**

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

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

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**

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

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






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**


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**

Monday, July 20, 2009

DOES IT MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD??


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!!!!


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!!!!!



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**

Saturday, July 18, 2009

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

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**

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

**Milk and Honey Hair Smoothie Mix**

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**

Monday, July 13, 2009

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



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**

Sunday, July 12, 2009

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

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

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