RaiNa's Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Review

  I attended "The Makeup Holiday Pop-Up Show" in New York City on Sunday, December 8,2013.  It was my first makeup show as a professional makeup artist.  This show was open to the public as well.  I stumbled across some products that I thought were pretty cool.  Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics is the name of the lipsticks and eyeshadows I purchased.  They are 100% vegan and are actually called "Lip Tars" .  They come in a matte, metallic and stained lip gloss and smell so yummy because they are made with real peppermint oil, soy based vitamin E and organic hemp oil.  The metallic shines so bright! I purchased one in Black Metal Dahlia.  You should apply it with a lipstick brush for an even distribution. The eyeshadows are simply gorgeous and very true to color! I have zero complaints about them.  Always use an eyeshadow base before applying any eyeshadow. Here are some pictures of the products I purchased and the look I created with them.

Black Metal Dahlia Lip Tar, eyeshadows in Twirls & Authentic

The completed look I did on myself. All products can be
purchased online at Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics
or online at Sephora

On my hand from top to bottom
eyeshadow: 1) Twirl
                                   2) Authentic
Lip Tar: Black Metal Dahlia
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Keratin Perfect: KERATIN SLEEK FLATIRON REVIEW

Are you looking for the perfect flatiron? I'm so excited to tell you about the Keratin Perfect: Keratin Sleek flat iron.  Being that I am a licensed cosmetologist of 13 years this review is from a very professional perspective.  I will tell you exactly what I love about it.

• It goes up to 450 degrees.
• No matter what temperature setting you set it on it gets there quickly, in about 30 seconds.
• It's digital and you can set it to the temperature you desire.

  

  Digital setting up to 450 degrees

• The titanium plates glide through the hair smoothly.
• It works great on all textures, kinky, curly, wavy, straight and on commercial hair (Virgin hair and store bought extensions.      

Minus (-) and plus (+) button, along with the Power button.
Hold down to power on and off. 

I love you Keratin Sleek!
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I am usually not impressed by many flat irons on the market today. I can honestly say that this one takes the cake, and I am thoroughly impressed.  That says a lot, because when it comes to hair tools it takes a lot to impress me. I give the Keratin Sleek flatiron a 5 out of 5. The company also sells a wide variety of at-home haircare products.  Click on the name to order yours today and enjoy FREE shipping on all orders over $100.
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Season 4 of Love and Hip Hop:(TARA) TARANASHA WALLACE

Photo courtesy of VH1

photo courtesy of VH1

      I am pleased to announce my newest venture on this hair and makeup journey.  She is one of the new faces on season 4 of Love and Hip Hop, her name is Taranasha.  Taranasha is a McComb, Mississippi native who came to the Big Apple to pursue a career in acting.  She is a combination of "Brains and Beauty" with a degree in Dramatic Arts from well known HBCU, Jackson State University  and a MFA in acting from the world-reknown New York Actors Studio Drama School. She is also the longtime girlfriend of Peter Gunz and together they have two beautiful sons.  I have had and continue to have the pleasure of being her personal hairstylist working with her putting together different hairstyles for her appearances on the show.  I call her the "Queen of the BOB." And in my opinion she wears it well.  She is the true epitome of a southern belle, well spoken and extremely kind-hearted. The season premiere starts October 28th on VH1. Tune in to see the fashion, the glitz, glamour, the drama and your NEW favorite "it" girl, TARANASHA!
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It's Just HAIR!!: My New Look for Fall 2013

My hair this past summer. It was a
"wash & go" style, purple and pinned up in
the back. 

       Hi everybody! It's been a little while since I have done a blogpost.  I have so many beautiful things in store.  I cannot wait to share with you.  I did hair for  New York Fashion Week this past September and I got to meet thee "Ms. Jay" from America's Next Top Model, (check photo below) he was amazing and very tall.  I also attended the "Stevie Boi" show that same week and it was amazing. I am doing some wonderful things that I will reveal in due time.  In the mean time I want to share with you my new look for fall.  If you follow my blog you will know that I am a hairstylist and makeup artist and I am constantly changing my look. I am a naturalista who dons weaves and other protective styles to change up my look from time to time.  After all I like to keep up with what is current and sometimes boredom sets in, so I have to change my hair.   Here are a few styles I have done over the course of the year so far. Maybe I can give you some inspiration to take the leap and do something drastically different.

This is me this summer with my hair al the way out.

Myself at NYFW2013 with the hairstyling team & thee Ms. Jay
from "America's Next Top Model."

Myself at New York Fashion Week 2013
working for TAB NYC with a twisted updo natural hairstyle.
There's one more picture left, keep scrolling.

And TA-DA!! My new look for Fall 2013. It's a frohawk with a tail in the back
I LOVE MY NEW LOOK., it's NATURALLY DOPE! It's easy and stylish! Take the plunge and do something different.
BLONDE IS IN FOR FALL, ALL SHADES OF IT.
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Fall Hair Trends 2013: Get GLAMMED!

 

Photo courtesy of  muumuse.com The "Body Party" singer/actress
is rocking messy asymmetrical bob! I love IT!

           Yes this is a post about Fall.  And yes that means summer is coming to an end.  I don't know about you but Fall is my favorite season, from the crispness in the air,  the fall fashion and most of all we cant forget the "hair!"  This season we will be revisiting the BOB!  I'm already rocking mine with my signature undercut.   Short haircuts such as the "PIXIE"are also making a bold comeback and it is accompanied by fabulous color. Hair is also going to be beautiful and untamed, that's just the way I like it!

The pixie cut is here ladies! Pick one and go for it.

The asymmetrical bob is BACK and "In Living Color."
Beyonce is donning the blonde bob, the pixie in my opinion
was NOT working in her favor.  Mix it up this fall with a few highlights to
add dimension and flair,
big curls, wispy ends and even a Braided pompadour. 

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Salon Diaries....UNcut!

 On Tuesday, July 30,2013 I attended the taping of "Salon Diaries." It was created by my fomer co-worker, my role model and friend celebrity hairstylist Lavette Slater.  The segment featured a panel of very familiar faces, celebrities like MTV's "Girl Get Your Mind Right" Tionna Smalls , singer and reality star Olivia , Hot 97's and  reality star Raqi Thunda, Ariane from "Love and Hip Hop ATL , and last but certainly not least blogger BlogXilla.  The Trump's World Bar  was where the event took place.
  Taboo topics in relation to sex, marriage and open relationships were just some of the topics that were discussed.  For the fans and followers of Tionna Smalls you already know it was no hold bars, she definitely tells it like it is.  Each panelist gave their view on dating in the 21st century and we all know it is even harder than ever.   However the fashion and hair was amazing.  The ladies hair was fabulous and makeup was "beat for the GODS." I want the show to be picked up by a major network, so I have my fingers crossed.

This is Lavette Slater and myself. She is an amazing woman.  I learned so many techniques from
her while working in the hair salon.                      

Here goes my girl Tionna Smalls. We met last year in November when I
went to a casting call for one of her many ventures and she remembered me.  Nobody ever forgets me. LOL

Me with the beautiful songstress Olivia. Look out for her

acting debut on a new scripted series and she is now signed to a major label. So proud of her. 

Ariane,Olivia and Tionna are on the couch.

Tionna, Lavette, Olivia, Blogzilla and Raqi chopping it up on the couch.

Can You Really Over-Condition Your Hair?

        We all want healthy hair. Time and time again we have been told to make sure and keep your

"MANE" hydrated. So what do some of us do? We condition our hair, sometimes too often and too long which only results in "Over-conditioning." The signs that you are over-conditioning your hair are:

•  Limp hair when dry or wet
• Rubbery feeling when dry
• Mushy feeling when wet
• Loss of curl definition in naturally curly hair
• Overly stretchy hair

To prevent over-conditioning the hair  follow the instructions on the conditioner's bottle.  Deep condition once a week or perhaps twice a month depending on the condition of your hair (chemically treated, damage) or your hair's texture.  Do NOT exceed the time allotted for efficient conditioning. The cure for over-conditioned hair is to use a clarifying shampoo and a protein treatment at the first signs of over-conditioning.  I highly recommend getting this done by a professional as to not cause further damage.