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Twist Series: Growth Questions
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:12 AM
Hey ladies! I'm in the process of writing about "Growth & Length Retention" in the Twist Series . Feel free to add quest...
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"Soul" Food Mondays
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:14 AM
Spread the love this season. Love is good for the soul! 1 Corinthians 13 (NLT) 1 If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels,...
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Soul
Twist Series: Washing & Matting
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:14 AM
How do you wash your hair when it's twisted? I use diluted shampoo, do one lather only , and focus on massaging the scalp. I try not to...
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Twist Series
Reader's Question: Low Comb Routine
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:10 AM
Hello! I am currently experimenting with detangling my hair less often. I read that you do a low comb routine. Can you do a post on your de...
Hair Playlist for the Holidays!
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:16 AM
Currently playing: 4 weeks of flat twists into twist-hawk Sounds like: Willow Smith (whip my hair) Chorus: Bi-weekly washes, moisturize ...
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Loo's Hair and Body
Twist Series: How to Flat Twist
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:15 AM
More answers coming soon. Keep the questions coming.... This is my new favorite way to spice up regular twists ... flat twisting ! This i...
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Twists Series: Method II
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 1:51 PM
(Left) Twisting with "flat" strands vs. (Right) twisting with "coiled" strands. How do I prolong the wear of my twists? ...
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Henna CONDITIONER Recipes
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 11:09 AM
DISCLAIMER: If you are new to using henna, please do your research before trying it. This is particularly true if your hair is color/chemi...
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Dyes,
Henna
Winterize Your Washes!
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:33 AM
With winter weather practically around the corner, how does one minimize the dryness that can come with washing ? Here are a few tips: 1. ...
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Moisture,
Shampoos,
Winter Hair Care
Twist Series: Frizz and Knots
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:03 PM
More replies coming soon ... :o) Do you have alot of shorter strands of hair that contribute to the frizzy look? I noticed that I have alot ...
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Twist Series
Label of the Day: Skin Care!
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 10:03 PM
Here are some posts on "Skin Care" in case you've missed them: { image source } 1. Hey Med School ... Skin Care, Please? 2....
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Skin Care
Moisturizing Spritz Recipes
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:54 AM
The moisturizing spritz is ideal for those with fine hair or those who prefer a lighter alternative to thick butters. Additionally, it may...
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Go Green Recipes,
Mixology,
Moisture,
On a Budget
Twist Series: The Method I
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:52 AM
More replies coming soon ... :o) When you put in your shea butter mixture can you indicate how much exactly you put, because I find that wh...
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Loo's Hair and Body,
Twist Series
Twist Series: More to Come!
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:22 AM
After two weeks of bunning, I'll be twisting again this weekend. Answers to the following are on the way: When you put in your shea bu...
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Twist Series
REVIEW #8: Jane Carter Nourish & Shine
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:21 AM
NOTE: I am not paid to review this and other products. All products are purchased via my own pocket and curiosity. Purpose: To moisturize...
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Butters,
Products,
Reviews
Healthy Hair on Youtube: Afrostory
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:58 AM
Afrostory is another one of my favorite healthy hair youtubers. She has the length and thick ends to show for it. What's more? She&...
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Features
Playlist for mid-October
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 9:54 AM
Loo - Wavy Currently playing: 2 weeks of semi-straight natural hair Sounds like: Leela James Chorus: Nightly plaits to maintain the styl...
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Loo's Hair and Body,
Playlist
Healthy Hair on Youtube: Rusticbeauty
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:39 AM
Rusticbeauty is one of my FAVORITE youtube hair ladies , and I've been following her since my early natural days. She's achieved lo...
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Features
Coming Soon: Jane Carter Nourish & Shine REVIEW
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:19 AM
For hair and skin. Review coming soon !
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Winterize Your Conditioner!
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:15 AM
Okay, it's not officially Winter yet, but it doesn't hurt to prepare ... My obsession with shea butter does not stop at hair and bod...
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Butters,
Deep Conditioners,
Dry Hair,
Moisture,
Winter Hair Care
Twists Series: Maintenance II
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:16 AM
FUTURE TOPIC: The Method I ... "I have short hair (about 4 to 5inches) and whenever I twist my hair it twists up on itself so they look...
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Loo's Hair and Body,
Twist Series
"Soul" Food Mondays
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:59 AM
{ Image Source } Increasing Patience. Patience is necessary to attain a healthy soul. It goes hand in hand with perseverance. With streng...
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Soul
REVIEW #7: Desert Essence Lemon Tea Tree Shampoo
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:13 AM
NOTE: I am not paid to review this and other products. All products are purchased out of my own pocket and curiosity. Purpose: Thoroughl...
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Products,
Reviews,
Shampoos
What's Your FALL Regimen?
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:24 AM
With Autumn around the corner, will you adjust your hair care regimen? If so, what changes will you make? Longer protective styles? Fewer...
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Loo's Hair and Body
Kojic Acid: Natural Alternative against Hyperpigmentation
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:22 AM
Mushroom extract. Used effectively to lighten dark spots. MORE ABOUT KOJIC ACID WEBMD ON KOJIC ACID #1 WEBMD ON KOJIC ACID #2
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Skin Care
Twist Series: Maintenance I
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:03 AM
It's official! The twist series has begun. Today, I start by answering some of your questions. The remaining questions will be answer...
Silk Amino Acids - Smooth and Shimmery Hair
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:29 AM
What comes to mind when someone says "silk"? Smooth. Shimmery. Soft. Shine. Well, imagine bringing all these characteristics...
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Dry Hair,
Shine
Type 4 Series: Styling Fine/Thin Hair
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:54 AM
This is a series on how to style and manage type 4 hair healthily. It doesn't matter whether you are natural, transitioning, or stretchi...
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Type 4 Series
Twist Series: Your Questions
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:00 AM
I'm considering doing a short series on "Twists and Length Retention" . Twists, while not for everyone, have helped me achiev...
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Twist Series
Countdown to MBL Update
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 6:49 AM
Despite a salon setback months ago, MBL is in sight (or already here?) . This length check was taken the first week of August 2010. It is...
Homemade Lip Balm Recipes
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 8:46 AM
BASIC LIP BALM Ingredients: beeswax, carrier oil, essential oil, honey Recipe and Instructions CRANBERRY LIP BALM Ingredients: sweet almo...
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Go Green Recipes,
Mixology
Good or Bad ... Pantene Curl Defining Mousse
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:44 AM
While at Walmart yesterday, I stumbled upon the "Pantene Curl Defining Mousse" . It boasts anti-frizz in high humidity without th...
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Good or Bad,
Products,
Reviews
"Soul" Food Mondays
Posted by Handoyo susanto | 7:19 AM
For those who believe in Scripture , here are verses to encourage you ... 1. If a friend, family member, or significant other has betrayed,...
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Soul