Box'ed Up

This summer I decided to try out something new and braid my hair for the first time. I had no idea what to expect with the duration of getting it done, how much it would cost and how to maintain afterward. I mean, we have all seen videos on YouTube from different "curly hair bloggers" with their experiences, but the way I see it, your not gonna know what it's like until you experience it for yourself.

So with having the unexpected in mind, I managed to get connected with someone who does braids in Dubai and as soon as my cousin's wedding in Sudan was over, I traveled there on my way back to the UK. It took 4 hours with 5/6 packets of hair extensions to complete the full look.

Having these braids in, made my life so much easier and I was able to spend less time on my hair and focus more on my outfits, makeup and everything else.

I even tried to style up the braids in different ways; Swept to one side, Up Do Buns, high ponytails... etc

For anyone who wants to get it done, try it out! But remember the following;

• Keep it healthy by washing it with shampoo and make sure you keep your roots clean.

• Oil it with Argan, Coconut or Avocado Oil to retain its silkiness and make sure to oil the roots too.

• Try not to do too many top-heavy hairstyles, the may result in hair damage to your roots.

• If you feel it's getting too tight and see some dirt building up, speak to the hairdresser that did it, to see if its time to take it out.

• When you take it out the braids, keep in mind the length of your natural hair and chop off the excess extension and undo the braids. Use a wide tooth comb and some leave-in conditioner to detangle your hair. Keep in mind we lose 100 strands per day so there will be quite a lot of hair coming out. Give it a good wash with shampoo and conditioner and it should be all good.

•  To make sure your hair is all healthy, try a deep conditioning DIY hair mask. I normally mix avocado, banana, honey, and mayo and it works like a charm after giving my hair a good clean.

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Get My Curls Back! (Collaboration)

Since I have started my curly hair journey, I have happier than I have ever been in my life, due to new found my self confidence and not caring what anyone thinks. This mindset has allowed me to create more meaningful artworks and to connect with people, who can help me grow as a creative.

One particular person, who has helped me is UK Curly Girl aka Shannon Fitzsimmons. Her YouTube channel  helped with sourcing out the right products that suit my hair type and introduce me to different hairstyles as well.
So, when she announced that she was writing a book about curly hair and wanted people to share their stories, I jumped right on it and wanted to share mine, even though I am still exploring on my hair journey.

With countless email and updated on her book progress, I am happy to say that her eBook  is finally available on Amazon. 

She is also having a book launch on  Sunday 14th  May  at  3Thirty Salon 7-9pm.
Make sure to you attend and support her on her new book.

Thank you Shannon for allowing me to share my curly hair story ! Xx


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YouTube Collection

Ever since I moved back to UK, I have been watching a lot of YouTube videos and they have made me become more motivated in life and inspired me to create more artwork!

So to these YouTubers;
( Note: I have included links to their vlog and main channels. Also I have included some Artworks inspired by them.)

Superwoman 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/IISuperwomanII
Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/user/SuperwomanVlogs

FouseyTube  
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/fouseyTUBE
Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/user/DOSEofFOUSEY

Swoozie
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/swoozie06

Alex Wassabi 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/hoiitsroi
Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/user/alexxwassabi

LaurDiy 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/LaurDIY

LazyRonStudios 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/lazyronstudios

Roi
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/aynakoitsroi

Marlin 
Main Channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/marmarchanmar

Adam Saleh 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TrueStoryASA
Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/user/ASAvlogs

Slimmofication 
Main Channel:https://www.youtube.com/user/SlimmySlim94

Tootsie Time 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/dainaclarke

Alyssia Forever 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/CurlyByNature21

SBTV Jamal Edwards 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/smokeybarz

Curly Hair YouTubers

The following YouTubers, I have already given them a shoutout on here;
(Link: http://urbanistafashionblog.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/curly-hair-youtubers.html )

 But make sure you subscribe to their channels :)

Luhhsettyxo 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Luhhsettyxo

Curly Penny- 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/CurlyPenny

Shameless Maya 
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/shamelessmaya

Samio
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe5mzleXyv0-YCqaSuvnq3Q

Uk Curly Girl
Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/UKCurlyGirl


      To finish off, I wanted to say; Thank You for re inspiring me and I will continue to support you. :)

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Self Portrait Artwork Video

Today I started off on working on one of my art pieces and I came across the idea from YouTube of filming myself either; painting or sketching, whilst jamming out to my favourite tunes.
I feel that if I listen to music whilst working, it enhances my creative juices, so I can work freely and enjoy the moment.

So with that, I started playing around with my camera and on iMovie on my laptop and ended up making a small time-lapsed video of one of my art works.

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