Showing posts with label Giveaways. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Giveaways. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Giveaway #1: Jamila Henna + Indigo

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In gearing up for my healthy hair challenge, I decided to order some of my favorite products and I ordered a few extras for those that win this giveaway.  I use Henna to strengthen my hair, and I use Indigo to color my hair a dark jet black color. 

Jamila Henna is safe to use on relaxed, natural and transitioning hair, as it contains no added chemicals. Indigo is also safe to use on relaxed, natural and transitioning hair, and is purchased from a trusted source [Henna For Hair]. 

To enter:
Leave a comment with a quick blurb on what issues you have experienced along your hair journey! That's it.  Three winners will be selected at random this Friday, and each winner will receive 100grams of Jamila Henna, and 100 grams of Indigo.

Interested in dying your hair jet black? 
You Will Need:
Henna
Indigo 
[I use two boxes of each because I have pretty thick hair and would rather have more than enough product to cover my hair liberally]. 
Distilled Water

The Process: 
You will first need to apply a Henna application. The quickest, easiest, and fuss free way to do this would be to just apply water to your henna mixture until it reaches a thick, muddy consistency.  
1. Add henna powder to a plastic bowl
2. Slowly pour in distilled water while stirring
3. Once the mixture has gotten to a thick, muddy, consistency, cover and store in a cool place for about 24 hours. 
4. Apply mixture liberally to your hair, cover and allow to sit for about 2-3 hours. - Do not manipulate your hair too much over this time. Manipulating it can cause a mass of tangles and knots. 
5. After 2-3 hours, rinse with water until you rinsed out most of the Henna. You can then rinse the remainder of the henna out with the aid of conditioner, OR you can immerse your hair in a tub filled with water. Either the above methods are effective in removing the tiny flecks of Henna.
6. Once you have thoroughly rinsed out the Henna, it's time to mix your Indigo. 
7. In a new clean bowl, add Indigo to your bowl
8. Slowly pour in distilled water while stirring
9. Once the mixture has gotten to a thick, muddy, consistency; you can apply it to your hair! No need to wait, this stuff releases color immediately. 
10. Apply it the same way you applied the Henna. Make sure you apply this mixture from the roots to the tip for nice, even coverage. 
11. Allow the Indigo to sit for about 1-2 hours for a rich, black tone. For even darker tones [like jet black], leave it on overnight. 
12. Rinse with water until you rinsed out most of the Indigo. You can then rinse the remainder of the Indigo out with the aid of conditioner, OR you can immerse your hair in a tub filled with water. Either the above methods are effective in removing the tiny flecks of Indigo.
13. Now it's time to condition your hair. Deep condition [with heat] using your favorite deep conditioner. This restores healthy moisture levels in your strands, making your hair supple, and full of body.

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

And The Winner Is....

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Thank you to everyone who entered the Pangaea giveaway!!! - The winner is: ARABA, who said: 
oooh, so so pretty! I know I will rock the HECK out of the white and aquamarine hoops with a neutral outfit (black and white or gray to let the color POP) and the curliest, fluffiest, roundest afro I can manage. *Runs to twist hair in preparation*
I hope you have twisted your hair chica! LOL Drop an email to nikole@themoptopmaven with addy and name! Until next time [I have a super christmas giveaway planned. Stay tuned]

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Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Win A Huetiful Steamer! + 5 Easy DIY Treatments

 [my hair after the steam treatment]

Remember that steamer I reviewed {here}? Well Huetiful is giving away 5 free steamers just in time for the Holidays! Remember this steamer is specifically designed for the unique needs of curly and wavy hair. It helps strands retain moisture 5x better than deep conditioners alone, opening up the cuticles of your hair to allow any conditioner you choose to penetrate better and work more effectively, bathing your hair with warm ozone enriched mist to replenish moisture lost from chemical treatments, and reducing breakage and split ends caused by dry hair. 

Here are the terms and conditions:
1. You may only complete and register once.
2. One winner will be randomly selected each day for five days; starting November 15th. 
3. You must provide a valid email address for receipt of the Huetiful Hair Steamer.
4. You must complete the 4-minute survey to be eligible. Survey can be found >>here<<

Once you have won a steamer [keeping my fingers crossed], play around with some of these easy hair care treatments: 
  • Add 2-3 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil to the water you will use for steaming. This will increase your shine. 
  • Add 2-3 drops of Tea Tree oil to the water you will use for steaming. It helps correct scalp issues like psoriasis and dandruff
  • Mix 1/4 cup Honey + 3 tablespoons Olive Oil for an ultra hydrating deep conditioning treat
  • Mix 1/4 cup of your favorite creamy conditioner with 2 tablespoons of Aloe Vera juice for an extra kick of moisture and nutrients your hair will thank you for!
  • Mix 1/4 cup Honey + 3 tablespoons of Castor Oil, this makes a great conditioner or pre poo treatment on highly textured, curly hair.

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Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Giveaway: Pangaea Hoop Earrings + New Items Added

I wanted to show my appreciation for all of the unwavering support of my launch! Up for grabs is a pair of Pangaea Hoop Earrings. These are the top sellers in my shop, and a favorite of many. - They are made with vintage sequins, brass washers, and set on 14K gold wire with 14K components [jump-rings] and ear-wire. 

I have collected vintage sequins for more years than I care to admit because I love the structural feel of them when used in large, unconventional groupings. I hope you find as much joy in wearing them as I did in making them! 

Eligibility Requirements:
  • Open to ALL readers [US and Abroad] 
  • Contest will run until 11/28/2010 - 11:59PM
  • Leave a comment telling me how you will wear your hair with these earrings!
  • Like the F&M update page on Facebook by clicking {here}! 
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I added a few new colors to the shop! - They are available for purchase {here}
 Pangaea Brick &Wheat


Pangaea White & Aquamarine 


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Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Giveaway Winner Announced!

Thank you to everyone who entered our giveaway and left words of wisdom for those taking care of their relaxed, transitioning or natural hair! The winners were chosen using random.org, and they are:
Natural: "Indigo." 
Transitioning/Relaxed: "Sewing Stardom" 
Please send me an email with your name and address to claim your prize! If you didn't win this time around, stay tuned as there are more fabulous giveaways lined up in the near future!

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