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Beauty Queen Secrets: 5 Quick Beauty Secrets From Miss Black Virginia

November 2, 2014
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To keep my skin super soft, after a shower/bath, I use Johnson's Baby Oil while damp. To enhance and seal in the moisture, I use a layer of Oil of Olay's Ultra Moisture's Lotion. I add a spritz of Burberry's Brit Sheer too! To keep my hair healthy, I use Design Essentials products. I've been using their products since my Hampton University days and they have gotten my hair to a strong state. I get my eyebrows threaded to keep them perfectly arched. Threading is the most hypoallergenic way to maintain your brows. When it comes to makeup, I love MAC. They have awesome lip colors and eye shadows. Mac’s mascara extend my long lashes too! To keep my skin clear and fresh, I...

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HOW TO KEEP LOCS LOW CUT

October 31, 2014
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Often times hair tips are given to those trying to maintain and grow their precious locs. But what about those that are trying to keep those locs close and low cut? First off let it be known my sisters,  you bald bellas who keep a sharp low cut, We tip our hats off to you. You work this bold and beautiful look with pride, and no hesitation-- *2 snaps in a circle to you lady*. Ok now to the goodies to help maintain your strands:  Try co-washing. Super short or shaven down hair benefits from a good co-wash. Conditioner washes, not only do the strands of your hair good, but also your scalp. Co-washes leave behind a good amount of oil, which your scalp that is often...

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HOW NICKI MINAJ MAINTANS HER HOUR GLASS FIGURE

October 29, 2014
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Nicki Minaj, the amazing global rapper, has an extreme workout routine and diet plan to remain fit. During the month of April in 2012, Nicki told Allure Magazine that she goes on a low sugar and low starch diet if she wishes to lose some body weight. Eating things such as chopped carrots, capsicum, celery, fruits, and Green Tea for breakfast is proven to get a body like Nicki. As for fitness, she does a thirty minute work out on Elliptical Trainer. Everyone knows Nicki as having a hour glass figure, but they don't fully know how she keeps it!  Interested in learning how, view Nicki Minaj’s workout routines? Click the link below...

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HOW PERMANENT MAKEUP IS DONE (PART 2)

October 28, 2014
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The process is just like getting a tattoo. The person applying permanent makeup uses a needle that penetrates your skin and releases pigment. Proper sterilization, techniques, and licensing are important. Getting Permanent Makeup Before getting permanent makeup applied, you'll get a patch test on your skin to check on whether you have an allergic reaction to the pigment that will be used. After that, you will choose the color, based on advice and suggestions from the makeup artist. The technician will then use a sterile surgical pen to sketch the area to be tattooed and then put an anesthetic gel on your skin. Using a hollow, vibrating needle, the technician will apply the pigment into the top layer of the skin. You will feel a slight stinging. After getting permanent makeup, it takes...

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Protect and Strengthen Your Nails With IBX

October 27, 2014
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You may have already seen the amazing capability IBX has to protect nails from the harms of gel polish, but did you know it could also turn into an essential product for those battling breast cancer? IBX is being used to help chemotherapy patients, immensely improving the strength and look of their nails during the process. Learn more about it by visiting this link: http://www.nailpro.com/ibx-rejuvenates-chemo-patients-nails...

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Beauty Queen Secrets: MISS BLACK VIRGINIA FINDS INSPIRATION TO BE HEALTHY

October 24, 2014
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My Uncle, Junius Morgan, inspired me to take charge of my health. A few years ago, he decided to get back into the best shape ever and started to run marathons. He ran the New York Marathon 3 times, 15 half marathons, and has provided fitness demonstrations 2 years in a row at the WNBC Health and Fitness Expo at Metlife Stadium, home of the NY Giants. He is also a personal trainer and helps others get back to their best selves through his business “Unlimited Fitness NYC.” He also provides bootcamps at Central Park and in home/office training. His story and testimony has inspired me and his clients. He lived the journey of working towards being your best self again and reflecting on his experience gave...

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DON’T NEGLECT YOUR NAPES

October 24, 2014
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As more and more of us turn natural, we now are trying to undo the years of damage we have done to our hair. As we focus on the most common areas of damage: ends to mid shaft, and good lord, those edges, we often forget about that good ol' kitchen, or nape area. Years of wigs, tight braids, and weaves wreck havoc on our nape region if we aren't careful.  As we ease into the fall season, be mindful of harsh fabrics like scarves, sweaters and coats,that by friction, may cause dryness and tangles at the nape. For my relaxed sisters, never apply relaxer to the nape first. This area is very fragile and should be handled with care. Wherever you apply the relaxer first...

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EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: PUSH YOUR WAY INTO SHAPE

October 23, 2014
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Push ups, oldie but a goodie! This exercise forces you to work your core, chest muscles, shoulders, and triceps. It's so empowering to be able to push your own body weight. Practice doing the modified version and work yourself up to a full body push-up. Do 4 sets of 10 repetitions each set, as you get stronger increase your repetitions. In the next few weeks I'll be going over a few nutritional tips and advice on exercise combinations for maximum results. Now work that body! Flexiones de pecho un ejercicio básico pero necesario. Este ejercicio involucrara a sus músculos de la base. Este ejercicio es para los músculos de su pecho, hombros, y tríceps. Su meta es eventualmente poder empujar su propio peso. Practiquen primero con...

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ALICIA KEYS BURNS OFF POST BABY POUNDS

October 22, 2014
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Alicia Keys, Grammy-winning song writer and singer, tells ET's Christina McLarty that she works hard to stay fit. Alicia lost her baby fat weight in less than two years. After the birth of her first child, she feels as though she is even more secure than she was before. However, Alicia says that she goes through hard and painful work to stay fit. We can learn from Alicia Keys that it takes dedication and determination to have the good look everyone wants to have and keep post pregnancy. According to healthyceleb.com, Alicia has a strict diet plan and workout regimen, which helped her burn off the post baby pounds and is helping her keep the weight off. For instance for breakfast Alicia likes to have egg...

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