AfroVeda Update

So as stated in one of my previous post I purchased the Curly Custard accidentally and decided to try it on my sons hair on a trial basis. Well, I came to the conclusion that it didn't do much for his hair. Thankfully I was able to swap my Curly Custard for the Shea Amla. Here's my review:

Shea Amla Whipped Butter
Price:$9
Size:80z
Score: 5
Overall: Packs a one-two moisture punch! Whipped to perfection
and easy to distribute from hands to hair. However be forewarned that this butter cream smells masculine.
It smells like Frankincense and Mrryh to be exact.

Drug Store Reviews

Downy Simple Pleasures in Spice Blossom Dare (liquid form)
Ironically this smell compliments Degree's Fine Fragrance Collection in Sexy Intrigue.
Price: $5
Where: Walmart, Supermarket ,etc
Score: 4.5
Overall: This is truly a wash and wear fragranced fabric softener. If you choose not to wear perfume for the day or you forget, with this stuff you'll be smelling good all day! Its very potent so a little bit goes a long way. It will even have your house smelling Spicy as your doing Laundry.
Warning: Men may not like their clothes smelling like perfume lol.


Degree Deodorant in Sexy Intrigue
Price: Approx $5
Where: Drugstores
Score: 5
Overall: Smells really scentual and sexy. Reminds me of some Victoria Secret's scent and I must say its a great antiperspirant.







Cannot forget the matching Body Mist!
Price: Approx $5
Size: 30z
Score: 4
Overall: Smells great! It compliments the deodorant wonderfully. However the smell does fade after about 4 hours.






Ladies If you combine all three of these items you'll be smelling lovely all day long.

Smiles,
Cammyb

Ladies,


I'm rocking an awesome twist-out today. I'm so happy with the outcome. Hopefully, I can maintain it for at least 3 days.




Review



Vaseline Aloe Fresh Body Gel
Price: $5 at Walmart
Size: 6.8 ounces
They Say: Aloe Fresh Moisturizing Body Gel glides onto skin for a sheer burst of hydration. The light aloe Vera formula conditions while instantly refreshing skin. For daily use all year round - and contains no alcohol. Skin naturally regulates the body's temperature with its own cooling system. But perspiration and heat leave skin feeling hot and sticky, while the environment pulls moisture from skin, leaving skin dry.
I say: It feels like I rubbed Ecostyler all over my body. At first my skin felt sticky, then after a few seconds dry and ashy looking. I felt dirty and it left a residue on my skin. My husband said, "Uhh, babe...I don't like it".
Overall: Its a big no for me
Score: 0...it a no go.







I haven't had tips or acrylic on my nails for over 2 years. I take really good care of my natural nails and take pride in their appearance. Recently, I've had a problem with my nails peeling so I decided to use NailTek (which hasn't really helped). The last nail technician I went to ripped apart my cuticles and they've been dry and raggedy looking ever since. Since moving to Florida I really haven't found a nail technician that's impressed me. The place I currently go to is the best thus far but they're always booked! Anyway, my grandmother treated me to getting my nails done with her this past Tuesday at Walmart. I made it clear I didn't want a male technician yet they gave me one anyway. He kept slapping my hand down to the side once he was done with it and I was really uncomfortable. I asked him before I sat in the chair to be 'gentle'. He nodded in agreement. I reluctantly asked for tips. He did an absolutely horrible job.
1. The Acrylic is too thick
2. The ends of the nails aren't smooth and snag on my clothes
3. He did a sloppy job on the polish (the first polish was streaky, I pointed it out to him and he reluctantly removed it and I chose another)
4. He never touched my cuticles (look closely and you'll notice the raggedy cuticles)
5. He never moisturized or massaged my hands (notice the ashy hands)
6. He was rude (I wanted to kick him under the table)
What made it worse was he was the manager! Had I been by myself, I would have given him a piece of my mind. However, I was with my dear grandma and didn't want to embarrass her and seem unappreciative. But I must get my nails fixed by MY nail technician asap. Times like these make me lose my Christianity.

Sigh,
Cammyb

Twists

I really dig two-stranded twist. Usually they're done on dry hair using a butter/cream of sorts. Well this time my dear mother, ( kudos to her) did my hair relatively fast, on short notice. I had her use Fruit Of The Earth Aloe Vera gel on top of Donna Marie's Coco Hemp Butter Cream. The results are shiny and firm twist. I feel a fab-twist-out coming on...

The Stupid Things I'm Told

After having a wonderful vacation, I returned to work refreshed and ready to get my work day started. I was extra friendly, extremely courteous and just warm towards everyone I encountered. Well, my General Manager came to me yesterday and said that a guest who checked out on Saturday ( I was off that day) said that on Friday "The evening front desk girl didn't seem caring. She wasn't mean but she didn't seem that empathetic." So I asked him "Did this guest have an issue that I failed to react towards accordingly?" He said 'no'. That's puzzling. He told me not to worry about it seeing as that very same guest complained about the other front desk 'girl' too. She told him that my co-worker kept saying "not a problem" and that made her mad because that was rude! She wanted to be told, "I'll be happy to serve you." Uhhhh...front desk people relay guest services were not personal guest servants.

A few weeks before I left for my vacation I had a busy weekday at the hotel. One night the laundry attendant was out doing shuttle runs so the responsibility of delivering extra toiletries and other amenities was left up to me. I rarely have a problem doing these errands because It gives me time away from the phone and standing up at the front desk. What I HATE however, is guests asking for me to make up the pullout sofa. This isn't a 5-star, full-service hotel. It's an extended stay INN. We supply all the extra linens in the closet for the pullout couch but yet people still want me to do it. So for that day I was nice enough to make the beds for the guests who asked. What really ticks me off is when I knock on the door, they hand me linens and stare while I make up their bed. How hard is it to throw on a fitted sheet and a blanket? One lady commented "Wow they have you doing everything here (she laughed)." I know you may be thinking "Do you tell these guest that YOU'RE the only one there?" Well, yes I do but the typical response is... "So, who's going to make up my bed?" Then I rush back downstairs to find the phone ringing off the hook and people impatiently waiting to be checked in.
Lesson Learnt: Hurry up and finish college so you can leave this crazy job!

A few people have asked me what are my thought of this new Mohawk trend on women. Two words...HATE IT. It's not feminine nor attractive. I don't care who rocks it. From the pretty to the ugly, the young to the old...I HATE IT. To each his or her own I guess. But word to the wise if you have a big head, don't do it or a huge forehead (Rihanna) don't do it.

The maintainace of this style is bananas. You wash and set one side of your hair and then get a caesar and a shape up on the other. Do you only pay half price for both? $6 at the barber shop and $10 at the Dominican Hair Dresser?????

Season two of the Real Housewives has rolled around and from the very first episode its full of drama. I love it!! Pure frivolous entertainment but I can't help but get sucked in. Check it out on Bravo every Thursday at 9pm ( Eastern Standard).

Random Thought: Does Sheree' really have nose job?

Valet People cannot drive!!

Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat Invigorating Conditioner

Price: $7.99
Size: 8.5 oz
Where: Target, Wholefoods, Walmart, Online
They Say:Conditioner from Giovanni
Helps Add Body and Shine
Features Natural and Botanical Ingredients
Ideal for Deep Conditioning
I say: No better then Suave. Much better ingredients but its not all that moisturizing. Decent for co-washes.
Overall: Before you go buying the big bottle pick up the travel size from Target. Its only $2






I had the pleasure of having a wonderful vacation in Southern Florida. I stayed at the Renaissance Eden Roc Resort and Spa. I sipped on Mojitos, lounged at the pool, chilled in the sand etc. Well when check out time rolled around it took the Valet guy FOREVER to bring my friends car around so we could leave. As we were waiting I kept commenting on how recklessly they drove people's cars. Well after about 15 minutes, he finally came around with my friends car. As soon as she headed for her trunk to load up the suitcases she noticed the back of the car had been hit. That's when she flipped out. Needless to say she went off at the handles and a claim has been processed and a check will be sent her way as compensation. I'm in love with that hotel but they do need to step it up because I'll be damned If I come back with my car and they scratch it up too.