~TAKING A BREAK~.....

Hello Ladies!


It's been quite a while since posting here @ AuNaturale. And, I must admit I have missed all of you fabulous ladies. I decided To take a break from AuNaturale , Taking time for other things going on in my life changing and rearranging things making room for excellence.

With That I've been undecided on whether to continue with AuNaturale. One day I am , one day I'm not. So who knows ...we will see. However, I will be continuing on with my break. Until I have made my full decision.

It takes a lot of time to run a blog, along with other things that life holds. Worship,  Family, Children, other passions and interest., etc  I am not completely sure if blogging holds in my heart as it once did.

So until further notice , I will not be blogging on AuNaturale. However, if I should decide to completely stop blogging I Will be back to show my sincere gratitude to all who followed me, left comments, stopped by silently, and the many fabulous Naturals I have meant since blogging.


Please feel free to continue to stop by. There are a wealth of great tips and ideas here for the Fabulous Natural and can even apply for the Fabulous relaxed sister. In addition... on the side of this page there are a ton of great Natural hair blogs, and Natural hair product sites.

Until next time..........

Take care :))

~ HEY Y'ALL~.....

As Salaamu Alaykum and Hello all!:))))

I hope everyone one has been well since my last visit here @ AuNaturale.  I haven't been posting because...I don't have much to say.  Lately, I've been wearing my hair flat ironed, and I love it!. I had began to get bored with my hair so I decided to change it up a bit. I haven't brought any new products lately. Just, using my staples and products that are currently in my reach. 

So, what's new or old with you ladies hair....any changes?

Until next time..Thanks for stopping by Ladies...And remember to stay ...Naturally Fabulous!:)))

Take care :)))

~ PREMIRE FRAGRANCE INTERNATIONAL~...

As Salaamu Alyakum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu to my fellow sister's in Al-Islaam, And Hello to my non Muslim Friends,

I hope Everyone has been well since my last visit here @ AuNaturale.  I come to you today to share with you ladies a fabulous site to add to your list of favorite natural hair care sites.  My fellow sister in faith has a site in which carriers a plethora of natural items . You can find everything from oils, clothing, oil burners ( which are great, they really make the home smell lovely), along with Natural hair and skin products. Do yourselves a favor and click the link provided below...I'm sure you won't be disappointed:))) 

To check out these great products for yourselves simply click the link provided here
http://www.premierfragranceint.com/index.html

Thanks for stopping by Ladies, and remember to stay....Naturally Fabulous!

TAKE CARE:)))

~TEST FIND MORE FORMALDEHYDE IN MORE HAIR STRAIGHTENERS~

Hello there Fabulous Fellow Naturals!

I hope everyone has been well since my last visit here @ AuNaturale. Today I wanted to share an article I found on the dangers of hair straighters and formaldehyde. It is a must read...it gives more reasons to stay clear of hair straighters, if for nothing else ...health reasons.  I ask all who read's this  to spread the word, We must continue to first educate our selves on proper hair care, and from that we can then educate others. I will share a bit of what was said as well as providing the link to benefit further:

Tests Find Formaldehyde In More Hair Straighteners
by Jordan Calmes

A variety of hair-straightening products used in professional salons can expose both hairdressers and their customers to formaldehyde, an independent study finds. And the chemical can be really irritating, literally.

You might recall that the Food and Drug Administration's has been after the maker Brazilian Blowout, one such product, as Shots has reported. Basically, Brazilian Blowout has been promoted as an alternative to harsh hair straighteners containing, but the government thinks it contains enough formaldehyde that it needs to slap on a warning label.

Brazilian Blowout published a statement on its website earlier this fall, contesting the FDA analysis. "It is important to understand that this relates to the measure of potential formaldehyde released at a level that never occurs in a real world application," the company says.

So, an independent team took the debate directly to the hair salon. Their findings were published in November's issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene.

ChemRisk, a consulting firm that specializes in health and environmental risk assessment, carried out the study, for which it received no external funding.

The results show that three professional hair-smoothing treatments labeled "formaldehyde free" can produce the cancer-causing chemical at concentrations above the occupational exposure limits set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

To read further click here    http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2011/11/07/142107260/tests-find-formaldehyde-in-more-hair-straighteners?sc=17&f=1001

PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD...IF YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO HAS CONSIDERED THIS TREATMENT...AND EVEN IF YOU DON'T.

Thanks for stopping by ladies and remember to stay ...Naturally Fabulous!

TAKE CARE :)))

~ THE CONDITION -WASH- CONDITION METHOD~....

Hey there Fabulous Fellow Naturals!


I hope every one is well :)).  I saw this post over at Naturally Curly. com. And Thought it was worth sharing, especially because I have used this method in the past and it wasn't bad.  Now that the colder season's are quickly approaching, some of us choose to rule out shampooing our hair during this time because the the dryness shampoo may cause.  Then there may be those Naturals who are strictly co-washers and wash 1x monthly ( like myself).  Then you have those who must shampoo there hair...no matter what.


Here is a bit of what was shared at Naturally Curly. As An addition to your shampoo. I must add that I have used this method in the past and I saw a difference. Oppose to " strictly shampoo". Here is what was said:


THE CONDITION-WASH-CONDITION METHOD


There are many ways to wash and condition your hair, but one method has recently gotten the curly hair community buzzing: the condition-wash-condition method.




This method is gaining popularity, putting it neck and neck with co-washing and many are wondering what it is exactly. There’s no right way to do it, only a right way for each person. Like everything in your curly hair routine, follow the steps below and then tweak the method until you get the best for you and your curls.

Does it Even Work?

For the curlies or the dry hair sufferers out there, the condition-wash-condition method is the perfect option to give hair a break. Many complained of co-washing because too much conditioner and not enough washing can cause dandruff, scalp itch, irritation and even breakouts.


If you’re one of those people who isn’t sure, or has already tried it, you might have not found the right way for you. Some people in hair forums discussed how they tried it months before and had not seen the difference. Those people tried it again, and found an amazing transformation. Products, duration of each step, and times per week all have to be considered in order to accommodate each individual.




TO READ FURTHER , PLEASE VISIT THE LINK HERE http://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/curly-hair-care-methods/condition-wash-condition?utm_source=nc_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20111101


If you are one of those Fabulous Naturals who have in fact tried this method, tell us what you thought.  Share your thoughts with us here @ AuNaturale.


Thanks for stopping by and remember to stay.......Naturally Fabulous!


TAKE CARE :))

~ 7 THINGS ABOUT ME ~...

Hello Ladies!

This morning I will be doing a "7 things about me" tag , passed on to me from the fabulous Tinuke over @ Coilybella http://www.coilybella.com/   What I must do is tell 7 things about myself  that you my fabulous readers may not know about me.

So here it goes:

1. I am a Muslim women. Who strives to please her lord, daily.  I cover my hair each and every time I leave my home with the hijab ( head covering). I was not born into the religion of Al-Islaam, in fact I was raised baptist. 
 I toke my Shahadah ( Testification of Faith) about 7-8 years ago. And have not looked back since, with no plans on doing so.

2.  I am a huuuuuge fan of dreads . And have a strong desire to grow them one day soon. Inshaa Allaah ( godwilling)

3.  I am advocate for the education of children.  If I could and maybe one day I will be able to. I would open up my home to children who may not have a safe , quiet place to study, do homework, and read  and to come and excel!

4. I am a cleaning and neatness fanatic. I can not live around filth and clutter.

5. I love to read, and learn to speak Arabic, fluently.

6. I am seriously afraid of heights....it's serious y'all (lol)

7. I never had my Drivers license.  But, have driven and know how to drive. And  in 2 weeks I go take my written test...yay!!

Thanks for reading!. I not going to tag anyone, however if any of you fabulous ladies out there would like to share 7 things about yourself that you readers may not know.  Feel free to do so, and comment here @ AuNaturale letting us know you did.  So that we may visit your page.:))

TAKE CARE & HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!:)))

~ ME , CHANGES, AND EXCITEMENT ~

Hey there Fellow Fabulous Naturals!

I has everyone been since my last post here @AuNaturale.  I hope Everyone is doing well.  I do apologize for the inconsistency as to posting here , but as I've shared before I was going to not be posting as much.  Just from time to time when I feel I have something hair related to share, sales, and product reviews.

As for my hair , I am very happy with the progress it's making.  At on point I was considering allowing my hair to grow.  But, I quickly realized how much I like shorter hair on me , how it compliments me and my style better, and how easy it is to handle.  So I then immediately, cut the sides and back shorter , while leaving the top and front .  I really like this look on me.  I am still doing my nightly GHE
(Green House Effect) routine with herb infused EVOO, with fabulous results.  I am still using the best DC ever used thus far the "luscious locks hair mask" by Karen's Body Beautiful.  I plan to give a few more of her products a go, very soon.  Stay tuned for reviews on those.  I am still using and very pleased with my gel mixture with the base being Eco Styler gel "pink" with the added ingredients of Aloe Vera, Olive oil, and jojoba oil.  My Qhemet Biologics Moringa Tree conditioning ghee as my leave in, And my aloe Vera and water spritz. Enjoying each phase of this journey.

As for other things in my life.  There has been lots of GREAT! changes in my life.  One's That I am very...very...very..excited about.  So good... I cant stop smiling as I type this post.  Change is good , ladies!. Sometimes, it takes a minute, but when it's your time...it's your time.  And, When you feel it from your head to very bottom of your toes.  It's one worth smiling about!.  Let's just say I am very happy , and beginning to know and actually feel myself worth....It's a wonderful day in the neighborhood ! (LOL)

My health is good!..I am exercising daily.  Sometimes I run...sometimes I walk...Sometimes I workout with a video.  But, which ever I chose that day, the point is to keep it moving.  It's good for the body, mind and soul...It really is.  Iam truly grateful for where Allaah has brought me , and what he has brought me out of....which was darkness.  There is simply to much to live for...just to much life....no room for darkness.

My children are exceling , healthy, happy and well !. My oldest Daughter is focused, and college bound.  Sending of for her college info,doing well in school taking college prep courses...  She is 14 , there are many other vices she could be mixed up in at her age , boys, drugs, skipping school, running away, being disregardful, pregnant, this list could go on and on (lol).  But, she is just the very oposite. Shes is thinking of becoming a Doctor, a Muslim one at that. Shes is still deciding exactly which type of doctor she wants to become, but she an idea.

My middle daughter, has made the merit role and was student of the month!. She is a veeery hard worker, and very focused.  She shared her goals with me before the beginning of the school year and, thus far she has reached those goals and beyond! ,  a possible lawyer here, or a teacher.

My youngest daughter...is doing very well. She has a vast vocabulary for her age of 6, very bright young lady.  Another doctor here.

And My boys...My oldest son, made star student out of his entire grade , they pick one girl and one boy.  Very bright very interested in science and animals.  Thinking of becoming an veterinarian.  My youngest son is in 4th grade and reading on a 8th grade reading level.  And he made merit roll! He is thinking of becoming a judge.


All I ask is for my children to have direction and goals....AT ALL TIMES. So you see there is soooo much for me to be excited about in my life.  That it takes up all the room..and leaves no room for darkness.

Thanks for reading , and as I continue to smile.......remember to stay....Naturally Fabulius!:))))


TAKE CARE !