Got my packages!

I took advatage of the natural hair products that were on sale for Black Friday. I received them all yesterday and couldn't wait to sniff them...and try them,lol.  As always I researched each product that I ordered. I thoroughly checked the ingredients many times over as well as read many product reviews on them. I made a list of things that I absolutely needed so I didn't over indulge and get in tap with my inner "product junkie" ways. I definitely was looking for a deep conditioner and a moisturizer.

I purchased a bottle of Honey Dew hair lotion from Oyin Handmade and decided to give the Juices and Berries a try. I figured I could use it as a leave-in and a mid-week refresher. I bought a microfiber towel from Jessicurl and requested a sample of her deep treatment conditioner. I read mixed reviews about the deep treatment so we'll see how it works for my hair. The last item I purchased was Bee Mine's Moisturizing Deep Conditioner. I read nothing but rave reviews on this product and since I was able to get 25% off I decided to give it a try.

I'm looking forward to trying each of these products and hopefully find staple products for my hair care regimen. Reviews coming soon!

The Fashion Records Spotlight!

Peep this interview on my jewelry line: http://thefashionrecords.com/2011/11/the-fashion-records-spotlight-mesha-ingram/

My 1st Natural Hair meetup

I've been wanting so badly to go to a natural hair meetup this past year. I'm going on my 2nd year of being natural (whooot whooot!) I always see ads on popluar natural hair blogs for meetups in Atlanta and Chicago (which I do plan to attend one in one of these cities in the near future even if I have to go alone). Of course I never seemed to see one being advertised for Tennessee. So, I started to research how I could go about hosting one in Nashville. I have to admit I slacked on the research and planning of one. However, lo and behold one day I decided to type in natural hair in Nashville, TN and came across a website for Natural haired women based out of Nashville. #Exciting! They had a post about a meetup and I imediately signed up for it.

I went alone. No big deal to me. I knew I'd see women with hair like mine and I'd be right at home. I saw an old friend from church and made a new friend. the event was nice. I was surrounded by gorgeous hair. I obtained more info to add to my natural hair research archive. I even won the raffle for the grand prize basket filled with natural hair products and goodies. Yay me! So I'd say my first natural hair meetup experience was a great one! I can't wait to try all my new products!!

I'm a Natural Leader!

I'm loving my natural hair journey so much that I've decided to share it with the world. Check me out on Natural Nashville http://www.natural-nashville.com/2011/11/natural-leader-mesha-let-her-light.html . Maybe I'll be featured on other awesome natural hair sites in the near future ;) Enjoy!

Speaking of hair...

Since my natural hair is out full time now I've been focused on developing a consistent regimen all the while trying not to become a product junkie. Here lately I've been using Shea Moisture's Moisture Retention Shampoo and Conditioner weekly/bi weekly (depends on my schedule if I can wash weekly or every 2 weeks). I've done a couple co-washes with HE's Hello Hydration, just to refresh my hair with moisture so I can re-twist, etc. My hair craves moisture but a natural friend of mine said she heard from one of the natural hair vloggers that once you're out of the TWA stage you shouldn't co-wash. I need to research that one. Last month I purchased Anita Grant's banana rhassoul condish cubes. I think I want to contiune with these cubes as a montly DC. I was rushing when I used it because I had to go to a wedding so I'll do a full review later this month. I still love raw shea butter and moisturize my hair with it. I recently ordered more Shi Naturals Creamy Leave-in (love the original formula) but this time opted for the Najama Heavy Cream formula to see if it would help more. It's so light and creamy and my hair just drinks it right up! I'm going to add a monthly clarifying shampoo session to my regimen with Avalon Organics Lemon Clarifying Shampoo. I tried it last week and like it. My scalp and hair felt clean and soft. I love scalp massages and want to train myself to incorporate these more. I use grapeseed oil as my base and add in a few drops of peppermint oil and a drop or 2 of lavendar oil and it makes a great massage oil. During the week I use a refreshing spritz mix of distilled water and jojoba oil.

My plan is to write down each step and post it on my bathroom mirror until I have it totally down pact. I would love to discover the perfect products for my hair. Nothing against Shea Moisture though. It is very affordable and easily accessible since I live close to Target. It gets the job done, plus it uses shea butter and I love shea butter.

The Hair!

Finally my natural hair is out for public viewing and I love it! After a whole year of covering it up with wigs and weaves, she's finally free! My two year natural hair anniversary is in January 2012! #Excited. I'm so glad I decided to go on this journey. I love my hair. I'm always playing in it (which could become a problem) and changing up my hairstyle. I'm learning to ignore the stares and out of line comments. I just smile and keep it moving. I've learned that no matter what you do there will always be someone who doesn't like it. OH WELL! It's my hair, on my head and I'm gonna let it shine, let it shine, let it shine!

I'm still here ;) and other good stuff

My, my, my it's been a long time since I have updated my blogger. Lots of things have changed for the better. I'm growing deeper with God :). I'm still natural! I've been working on my jewelry line. Today starts off Breast Cancer Awareness month. I've been adding to the Pink for Barbara Collection. I plan on donating a portion of proceeds again this year to research and support via The Sisters Network, Inc. I'm also looking into Y-Me. They seem like a really cool and dedicated organization. I also plan on doing my 30 days of pink this year again. 30 days of pink is where I wear something pink everyday for breast cancer awareness. Exciting!

Check out my new additions to the store here

I've had my hair in a protective style (via sew-ins) for the past 6 months. I wore my real hair out several times this summer and I've obtained so much growth! yay! In a couple weeks the weave is coming out for good. :) I can't wait to wash and condition my hair, and yes, do a length check. My hair is still super thick as ever! Love it!

Lastly, I've been working on my photography skills. It's so fun! I've acted as photographer for a few events and did a photoshoot for my friends sister. I'm thinking of starting a Tumblr and adding my pics there. Idk...