Vaseline & Carmex- The Cure for Dry Lips

I am continuing to talk about the best moisturizers because I have had such a problem with dry everything this winter! My lips also have a history of being dry. I have tried different brands that other people seem to love without much success. I started using a combination of Vaseline Lip Therapy with Carmex (both available at Target). Prior to using Carmex with the Vaseline I had to apply the Vaseline several times a day to get relief. Now that I use them together, I am not having to apply nearly as often (maybe 3 times a day vs. 6 or more times). I start off with the Vaseline and use the Carmex to seal in the moisture. I really like the Carmex because it also has SPF as well. If you're having issues with dry lips try a combination of products to see if they work better together like I did. What are your favorite lip balms? Let me know below.


Kimmy

Why Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural is a Good Idea

I started my natural hair journey around President Obama's first inauguration. I actually needed to do something with my hair and could not afford to go to a stylist. This was why I decided to go natural. I love saving time and money. I've considered growing my hair back out but just haven't because I love keeping my hair short and natural. I might grow it back out in the future but I've been very happy and am still learning a lot about my hair. I found out about b. Free TV on Pinterest and wanted to share a youtube video she did about transitioning. I still love wigs and weaves but I know regardless of whether I grow my hair out, I won't be getting another perm any time soon.




Click here to check out the b. Free TV pinterest board.
Kimmy

Got Intensely Dry Skin During the Winter? What's the Best Moisturizer for Dry Skin?

Sometimes You Have to Go for What You Know :)



 I wrote another post about curing dry skin  but I have recently had to go back to the drawing board because my skin got severely dry over the past week or two. I ran out of what I was using and needed to find some more cost effective products. My mother raised me on Vaseline. I remember reading something about petroleum jelly not being the best product to use on your skin and that's why I haven't used it in so long but I've come back to it because it works. I've paired that with St. Ives Intensive Healing Lotion twice a day and have noticed a BIG difference in my skin. It feels great. The itchiness and dryness has almost gone away completely. I have only been using this combination for a few days and am happy with my investment. 

I had been interested in trying St. Ives for a minute because it's all natural and their products have gotten good reviews on other blogs. What steered me a way from trying the lotion sooner was the design of the bottle. It's not very travel friendly. I have solved that issue by purchasing another container that closes just in case I need something to travel with. Everything from my hair to my lips to my skin has been dry. I'm seeing improvements with the products I am trying thus far. This is my second winter on the East Coast and my skin has been acting up in ways I've never experienced before. If you have any suggestions for your favorite moisturizer for dry skin, please let me know! 

Kimmy

Nitraa B- January 2013 Favorites

Nitraa B. is one of my favorite YouTubers. She has so much energy and always has the most fabulous hair. Here are her favorites. Stay tuned if you're a Sigma because she shares some great Sigma products.




Kimmy