Monday, September 10, 2007

Don't Throw Away Da Carusos

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I inadvertently discovered a way to get lasting curls with my fav Carusos (pic above, 27M and The Photo Shoot posts.)
I'm always hesitant to use any products on my locks, but I've been searching for something light to help hold my styles. My locks tend to go flat with the added weight of length.

While browsing "our hair product section" at my fav store, Target (I still do that, more from habit than necessity.) I came across Motions Light Styling Foam for Natural or Chemically Treated Hair. I checked for alcohol content - none. So I gave it a try.
I was freestyling but wanted to try to the foam. I applied some to my locks and finger styled. I didn't see any noticeable difference. The following day I set my hair for "the photo shoot" and I had great curls and body.
The curls still only last 1-3 days. But I've always loved the Caruso's for it's quick 10 minute set and the way they give my locks curl and body. I left the curlers in for an extended period as I got dressed and put on my makeup (maybe 30 minutes). Apparently the styling foam, combined with the steam and leaving the curlers in longer equals a great set. There was no residue or stickiness to my locks.

I don't use the styling foam often and I haven't noticed any difference in my locks. The foam is so light it might even work for looser curl patterns like Brunsli's and Leighann's.

27 month pics after a Caruso set using styling foam:

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27Months To Da Day

27 months on loc'down and lovin my Sisterlocks even more. Check back with me shortly for tips on how I achieved this look and
don't throw away the Carusos!

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Sunday, September 09, 2007

It Hasn't Been All Gloom & Doom

Thanks to everyone who has emailed, called and sent positive vibes, thoughts and prayers my way during my blogging absence: Gigi & LaChanda thanks for the phone calls, Brunsli - you're my girl! Chocolocs, Muslimlocs, Ms. P and everyone else, know that I appreciate you.

But it hasn't been all gloom and doom. My family and I celebrated, my sister T's 40th birthday recently.

The Fam


Mom, T, Bro, Sis, Blaq



Da Whole Gang
Friends & Family


My son, K-Deezy & T


T, Daughters & Grandson



T, Sister-In-Law, Blaq, Sister



My sons' father was home recently from Iraq. We went out for Mexican food and had a great time at dinner.


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