Here’s something a little different. Last year when I went to the dentist I was told that I have five, yes FIVE cavities. I had the dentist blow up my whole x-ray so I could see the exact teeth where he was claiming I had cavities, and I couldn’t see it. So I went on […]
Category Archives: Beauty
Sydelle Cosmetics Pamper Pits: Natural Deodorant for Sensitive Skin
Many of us in the Black community suffer from underarm and pelvic area bumps. Whether they’re cystic, in grown hairs or the result of hidradenitis suppurativa, it’s a very common occurrence – especially for women. So we have to be careful about the topical products we use in those areas and the foods that we […]
Let’s Get This Straight, Please
A few weeks ago daughter turned the big 1-3. Husband and I braced ourselves, awaiting her detailed list of presents certain it would rival the never-ending scroll that gradually unravels, rolling out our front door, continuing down the driveway, into the street and over into the golf course. What we actually received wasn’t that bad, […]
Generation Beauty Recap
On June 1-2, I had the pleasure of attending the first ever Generation Beauty event hosted by ipsy, a company founded by Michelle Phan at LA Live in downtown Los Angeles, CA. The event was filled with amazing workshops, makeovers from professional hair stylists and makeup artists. The layout and environment was very minimal yet […]
Graduation with Short Natural Hair: That Darn Cap!
Graduation of any kind is one of the most gratifying times in a person’s life. Likewise, you have to look your best, but that cap is a pain! It seems that the hair that pairs best with the thing is of medium to long length and is straight or wavy. Basically any kind of […]
Product Review: Qoileez!
Last month, Joulezy asked if the daughter and I would be interested in reviewing Qoileez! While I contend there was some reluctance on my part, after the daughter took one look at the website her answer was a resounding YES! What child turns down free stuff? Hello, everything they get is free or at least […]
The Stick And Associated Problems: Getting Rid of Underarm Discomfort
I insidiously despise my underarms. They have been a problem for me since I began autonomously grooming myself back in middle school. I thought I knew what I was doing. I asked my mom and sister, researched the proper ways to shave, and the right products to use. The Struggle I live in Texas. During our cool […]
6 Tips & Tricks to Successful Thrifting
Hundreds of blogs/vlogs have popped up in the last couple of years featuring incredibly well dressed men and women that buy their clothes at thrift shops. And I’m sure you’re sitting there puzzled, wondering how they seem to find such great pieces in a sea of junk. Well, today’s your lucky day. I’m going to […]
We Need Writers
BlackHairKitchen is set to take over the Black hair care scene. And we need your help! BHK is looking for writers to cover all aspects of Black hair care. As women of color we don’t have a real outlet that speaks to the diversity in our hair care. Sure there are several websites for the […]