Month: September 2016

Makeup and Natural Hair Care

Is BlackUp Cosmetics Fantastic for Your Lips?

I've meant to use this meme for a while and finally found the reason for it. Anyway, this post is about BlackUp Cosmetics. While it's catered to women of color, it's unclear if it's actually Black-owned (I heard it was and then I heard it wasn't). Recently, I test-drove their Lipshine in 08. Here's my review: Price: It's pricey. It's $19. This is a splurge.  Smell: Doesn't smell like anything and that's a great thing! Consistency: It
Meet the Blussians, Yoda

This is Why H&M is Pretty Wavy for You and Your Kid

So, I like to experiment with my kid's fashion. I'm pretty conservative and basic (yeah, I'll admit it) when it comes to fashion for myself. Honestly, I've always been. I never really put much stock into clothing unless it was for work. It's funny how having a kid is making me become a bit fashion-conscience. For one, I don't like the idea that Bear is wearing what everyone else is
Russian Soul Sundays

Semi-Vegan Veggie Tacos #vegetarian #vegan #yumyum

About once or twice a week, I like to incorporate a completely vegetarian dish in my meal planning. One, it's good to not eat so much red meat. Two, some veggie dishes are well, delish! I came across this recipe for mushroom tacos and modified it a bit. One, I used portobello mushrooms. I also diced up a yellow bell pepper to add with it. I used coconut oil instead
Biracial Hair Care

Is Curl Renew Good for Your 'Do?

I recently tried Curl Renew on Bear's hair in another attempt to see what is the best spray for his curls and potential frizz. I have to admit, this is a fun experiment because his curls are well, super curly and there are a lot of products on the market for him. (So, all you curly-haired fans, this is a treat for you!) Now we know the player, let's review
Yoda

Late #ThrowbackThursday

I honestly don't remember how old he was in this pic. But I thought it was cute to post given he was wearing my hair wrap.