Category: Articles

As women, we are bombarded with messages that we are not beautiful enough just the way we are - we should pluck, contour, lose weight, wax, exfoliate, manicure, highlight, paint, flatten, inject and dress in haute couture to be “beautiful.” Ummmm, NOT. Beauty truly is a state of mind! The greatest beauty secret of all time is simply this – our attitude towards life is reflected in our face for all to see.

“I’ve never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful.” -uknown

Our attitude towards life is reflected in our face for all to see, “broadcast” to the world through our body expressions. Over time these attitudes etch their patterns on our face and in our manner, we begin to look exactly how we think and feel. Feeling good and being around authentic, positive, people can uplift you into a sense of overall well-being that radiate for all to see. Remind yourself DAILY that every cell of your mind, body, and soul is saturated, flooded and drenched in beauty, well-being, grace and love. Repeat as necessary.
The discovery of self is ongoing. Life keeps changing and we need to keep assessing how we live our lives and what we care about. It’s about being mindful of our lives – about feeling good in our skin, which is what feeling beautiful ultimately is all about!

Love Your Hair,
Jane

Frizz, dullness and lifeless tresses are always ready to hijack a style.

Perfect your Twist Out with these tips, just remember - the bigger the twists the wavier and bigger the hair. The smaller the twists the curlier and more refined. Follow these tips:

Define: Tighten coils as you go, this will add better curl definition when you un-twist your twists. Halfway through twisting, pull ends apart to tighten and continue.

Minimize Shrinkage: Ensure length by applying Curl Defining Cream to each section, prior to twisting. At the end, pull twists downward and secure the roots with a bobby pin. As hair dries, it will maintain the length.

High Shine: Hair should is completely dry before you begin to unravel. To eliminate frizz, lightly coat fingers with Nourish & Shine, and twirl hair around your fingers as you separate.

In the end, you can get a great twist out with little frizz. You just have to keep at it. Practice makes perfect, curlies. Practice makes perfect!

Transitioning is about learning to accept and adore the texture you were born with!

First, you must accept and understand that it takes time to transition…this is no overnight process ladies. Natural hair is on-trend, but it takes a little more than just the desire to look fabulous – naturally. It’s a journey full of highs and lows, emotions and “interesting” hair days. You just need to remember that transitioning hair is more susceptible to breakage, m-o-i-s-t-u-r-e is essential on your journey!

Follow these tips:
• Keep your scalp clean.
• Deep condition weekly.
• Avoid harsh combing or brushing; detangle with conditioner while hair is wet.
• Hydrate from root to tip.
• Limit heat usage.
• Textured styles are your best friend.
• Trim end every 4-6 weeks.
Let your strands do their own thing during this process and control with a textured, protective style; try as many as you can, a girl can never have too many go to styles in your bag of tricks. Don’t forget, your job is simply to provide support. (and moisture!!!)

New York Fashion Week has hit the Big Apple! It kicked off last week with celebs popping up all over the city for Fashion’s Night Out followed by a multitude of fashion shows with stars are claiming front row seats at this season’s hottest runway shows .

Solange FULLY embraces her right to mix-and-match prints with leopard, houndstooth, geometric shapes – you did it all, topping off each eclectic ensemble with her signature coils. Her son Julez also rocked curls up top; they have different curl patterns and textures, as is in most families, but can use the same Jane Carter Solution products.

Hair Care:

• Hydrating Invigorating Shampoo SLS Free
• Nutrient Replenishing Conditioner
• Revitalizing Leave-In
• Nourish & Shine

Styling:

• Wrap & Roll
• Curl Defining Cream (available in 6oz and 16oz)
• Hair Nourishing Cream

Which Jane Carter Solution products are you sharing in your household? Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.

Love Your Hair,

Jane

Natural Hold Locking Spray and Natural Hold Spray Gel are two wonderful JCS styling products that are alcohol free and will never leave your hair dry and brittle!

Natural Hold Locking Spray is perfect for re-hydrating your twists and locks and it will help you maintain the look of freshly twisted hair.

Natural Hold Spray Gel is water based and great for soft or stiff curls and excellent for flat-ironing because it will protect your hair from heat damage while smoothing the cuticle and adding shine.

Jane Carter Solution – great for your hair, great for the planet!

Buy Natural Hold Locking Spray and Natural Hold Spray Gel and receive 20% off your order.

Use Coupon Code: SPRAY20. Offer expires Sept 18, 2012

This offer is good for on-line orders ONLY and does not apply to RETAIL or WHOLESALE orders.