DIY Twist Headband - Tutorial (Type 4 Natural Hair Texture)

Wash N Go with D.I.Y. Twisted Headband - I Am RallyGirl

So, we've all seen the silky straight braided headbands right? Well, I thought it would be a BRILLIANT idea to make one that looks more like my natural hair texture!

This project is so inexpensive, and easy; it feeds so many parts of my soul, that I'm still tickled about it.  LOL  Watch this video and learn to make your own twisted headband.  For this tutorial, I used Marley Braiding Hair, but you can put your own spin on it, with any type of hair you choose, like Cuban Twist Havana Braiding Hair, or even the pre-twisted Havana Mambo Twist Hair.  Enjoy!



Thanks for watching & reading, and Happy Banding!

RallyGirl♥

Cheap, Deep Protein Conditioning Hair Mask

Protein is essential to having strong hair.  Not everyone needs a protein treatment all the time.  My strands felt thinner, more fragile, and the elasticity wasn't there, so I knew it was time for some protein.  A hamburger for me and milkshake for Honey Puff...

Okay, that didn't happen. LOL        

Anywho, I'd been so busy lately, that I hadn't had time to pamper my tresses the way they deserve.  As much as I enjoy playing in and styling my natural hair, I simply don't believe it should take tons of time or MONEY caring for it. 

So, for this deep co treatment, I started the night before, and opted for simple, CHEAP, and moisture & protein packed.  Below are the only products I needed to feed my soul -- and my hair.

- Coconut oil  - I stock up on mine from Amazon. I prefer the 2-pack, because it's cheaper.
- Conditioner of choice - To keep cost low, I selected what I had on hand.
- Plain yogurt - Whatever brand is on sale. 

100% Organic Coconut Oil

First, I finger detangled.  For this step I used coconut oil, because it easily penetrates the hair shaft, helps the hair retain moisture, and helps to reduce protein loss.  All which makes the hair soft and manageable.

Conditioner

Next, I applied GENEROUS amounts of a conditioner that I got from a hotel while on vacation.  Turns out, it was Giovanni's 50/50 Balanced Hydrating Conditioner.  I'd never used it before -- didn't know the brand name until I went through my product stash that night.  

Anywho, I put on my plastic curl cap and HEAD RAG (yes, I said it), and allowed my hair to "bake" overnight. 

Plain yogurt

The next day, I added plain yogurt.  Yogurt helps with making your hair soft, easy to detangle, and adding extra moisture.  The acid in yogurt helps to contract the cuticle layer, which makes the hair appear smoother and shinier = reduces frizz.

Deep Conditioning Application

Deep Conditioning Under Thermo Cap

And this was me all day, rockin' my thermo, Jiffy pop pop popcorn situation like a champ.  LOL!  That evening, I rinsed, co-washed and go'd.  Translation:  I did a wash and go.  tee  hee!   


Thanks for reading!

RallyGirl♥

P.S.
I have no idea why the fonts and colors in this post look so wack.  O.o

How to Unclog Your Afro from Shower Drains

An ounce of prevention is worth a ton of savings!

I'm a stickler for a clear, unclogged drain.  There's nothing worse than water back-up.  Then again, there is...PAYING A PLUMBER to repair damage that you can avoid by taking just a few minutes to do "the needful".

I picked up this little Zip-It gadget, from the local hardware, for a few bucks, took it home and put it to the test.   

The results astonished me...And Eew!  Click on the picture, below, to see the demo; you'll be amazed!