Monday, September 29, 2014

#MCM(Man Crush Monday) Dayvid Thomas



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Image Source: http://instagram.com/thedayvidthomas


Image Source: http://instagram.com/thedayvidthomas


Today's Curly Man Swag goes to Musician Dayvid Thomas. Not only is his hair poppin' but so are his vocals so check him out http://www.dayvidthomasmusic.com/. We snagged these delicious photos from his Instagram: thedayvidthomas.

Thursday, September 25, 2014

Nicole Ari Parker is Featured Rocking Twists in October 2014 Hype Hair Magazine

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Source: HypeHairMag Instagram



We are Loving Nicole Ari Parker's twists being featured in the October 2014 issue of Hype Hair Magazine. She is an example of natural beauty at its best.


Tuesday, September 23, 2014

We Were Mixed Chicks Products #WCW


I need to google myself more often because our blog was featured as Mixed Chicks Products brand #WCW last Wednesday and we didn't even know it. I am so honored and want to say thanks for the support Mixed Chicks. Feels good to be noticed! Click the link below to view the article.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

#WCW (Woman Crush Wednesday) Tracee Ellis Ross




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Our #WCW Tracee Ellis Ross is simply stunning!

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Tip Of The Day Tuesdays "Is It Necessary to Cut Split Ends?"

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One of the most frequently asked questions I hear is "Is it necessary to cut split ends?"  Serums, conditioners or hair product can not repair split ends; The only true way to rid the hair of split ends is to trim them.  Hair products can however help the hair look healthier temporarily until you are able to cut your split ends and certain hair products can help to prevent them from reoccurring. Some things to avoid that cause split ends are:

1. Combing or brushing the hair too rough. Try to use wide tooth combs to detangle your hair and always detangle your hair from the ends and work your way up to the roots.

2. Over-processing the hair with chemicals such as hair color, relaxers, and perms. It is never healthy to go over hair that has already been processed with same chemicals over and over again. This will make the hair dry, weak, fragile and result in breakage and thinning.

3. Chlorine from swimming pools is a chemical and strips the hair of its natural oils. Try wearing a swim cap and make sure to properly shampoo and condition after swimming. A hot oil treatment can also help to restore the luster to your hair. Read our article on the benefits of Coconut Oil for more information http://www.curlygirlswag.com/2014/08/3-benefits-of-using-coconut-oil-on-your.html.

4. Overuse of heat tools such as flat irons and curling irons can make the hair brittle. Make sure to always use a heat protectant when using heat styling tools and use a low heat setting when possible. You could also style your hair using hairstyles that do not need heat, or air dry your hair instead of blow-drying.

Although you can not repair split ends, utilizing these tips can help to avoid them in the future. Happy Hair Days;)

Monday, September 8, 2014

MCM (Man Crush Monday) Michael Ealy!

Ladies check out pics of today's Man Crush Monday Michael Ealy. He is definitely giving us Curly "Man" Swag all day everyday!

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Friday, August 29, 2014

Jennifer Lopez's Natural Curls

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Who knew.......Jennifer Lopez had Curly Girl Swag!!! She posted this picture on instagram rocking her natural curls and I must say we like ;)  Although Jlo looks fly with any hairstyle we are definitely loving this carefree, I woke up like this, Flawless look. Do you like Jennifer Lopez's hair as much as we do?

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Why Are My Edges Thinning?

This is a question that is easier to ask than to answer. There could be many reasons as to why your edges or hairline are thinning. A common factor that causes hair thinning a lot of people don't realize is too much tension or stress on the hair follicles. This includes hair styles such as too tight ponytails, braids, or hair extensions. Also, using hair accessories that pull or snag the hair can cause thinning of the hairline over an extended period of time. Sometimes we are so involved with the way we want a style to look that we don't care about the adverse affects it my cause on our hair. For some people the hairline may become thinner over a long period of time or it may only take one incident of improper hair styling. Another factor that attributes to hair thinning is genetics. Alopecia Areata is a serious hair condition that causes bald spots. This is usually a hereditary trait and passed down from family members. Other things that can cause thinning of hair include certain medications, thyroid issues, and medical treatments such as chemo therapy. So, how can I grow my edges back? There are a lot of different natural oils and hair treatments that may help with thinning edges, but it is always best to first check with a dermatologist so that you can find out what has caused thinning to your hair. It is only then can it be determined what would be the best solution for treatment. If you notice you have thinning or bald edges you must also analyze your own personal hair care practices so that you can change your regimen and find the correct information to properly care for your hair. Are you suffering or do you know anybody with thinning or bald edges?

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Follow Us on Tumblr!

We are now on Tumblr, Follow Us for tons of pics of different girls with Curly Girl Swag!  http://curlygirlswag.tumblr.com/  Tumblr: CurlyGirlSwag

Monday, August 25, 2014

2014 MTV VMA Awards/Were these Celebrity Styles 'Yes" or "Nah"?

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Lets start today's blog my giving two snaps and twist to The Queen Bey for showing them all how its suppose to be done. She looked like a dark Goddess at the 2014 MTV VMA Awards last night. 

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Jennifer Lopez never disappoints!! FABULOUS.

Nick Minaj, MTV VMA's 2014 Posted from eonline.com Michael Buckner/Getty Images
While Everyone else was focused on Nicki Minaj's wardrobe malfunction, we were too busy looking at them luscious curls, lol!

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Amber Rose left some of her outfit at home, but she definitely did make a statement.

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When we saw Kim Kardashian our first thought was....BOOBIES!


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Solange...cough....well, what are your thoughts?!

Let us know what celebrities you thought earned a "yes" or "nah" at last night's Award Show?



Saturday, August 23, 2014

3 Benefits of Using Coconut Oil on Your Hair

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This post is for all my Curly Swag Diva's that have not yet indulged in the many benefits of coconut oil. First, coconut oil is one of the few oils that is able to penetrate the hair shaft. Unlike, other oils that mostly just coat the hair and leave a greasy feeling, coconut oil is beneficial to the hair shaft and acts as a protein to help with the strength and flexibility of your hair. Second, Coconut Oil can be used on the scalp to treat dandruff because of its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Third, coconut oil is a great moisturizer for your hair. Since Coconut Oil is not easily broken down it is great for sealing moisture into your hair to keep it hydrated. 

To use coconut oil as a treatment, massage throughout your hair from scalp to ends and put on a plastic shower cap. You can leave it in the hair for 30 minutes, or you can sleep in it overnight and shampoo in the morning.


Thursday, August 21, 2014

TBT (Throw Back Thursday) Kelly Rowland's Curls

We had to do a Throw Back Thursday Tribute and give thanks to Curly Girl Swag Kelly Rowland for giving us life with these beautiful Coily Q's! If you weren't born naturally with these type of beautiful curls there are many ways that you can duplicate this same look. You can try a wig, a weave, or even a more popular trend these days, crochet braids. Leave us a comment if you would like for us to do a tutorial for this look. XoXo

  • Kelly Rowland arrives at the 3rd annual Essence Black Women in Music event in Los Angeles, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2012) Images copied from enstarz.com (Photo : Reuters)

Monday, August 18, 2014

Jordin Sparks Teen Choice Awards 2014 Curly Wavy Ponytail

Singer Jordin Sparks attends FOX's 2014 Teen Choice Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on August 10, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. Images copied from Zimbio.com (August 9, 2014 - Source: Jason Merritt/Getty Images North America)

Singers Jordin Sparks (L) and Jason Derulo attend FOX's 2014 Teen Choice Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on August 10, 2014 in Los Angeles, California. Images copied from Zimbio.com (August 9, 2014 - Source: Jason Merritt/Getty Images North America) 
I don't know about you, but we absolutely adored Jordin Sparks carefree, curly/wavy ponytail at the 2014 Teen Choice Awards. From her hair, down to her trendy crop top outfit and colorful matching pants she was serving us with an extra dose of SWAG! Did you enjoy her look as much as we did?



Sunday, August 17, 2014

Who We Are????!!!

This blog was made for the love of curls, whether it be kinky coils, curly Q's, loose curls, curly waves, spiral curls, natural curls, permed curls, roller set curls, or curls achieved by the use of extensions....WE LOVE CURLY HAIR SWAG AND WE WANT TO BLOG ABOUT IT! All curly hair types are welcome here on our blog;) Even if you don't have curly hair, but have a love for curls you may discover a way to tap into your inner curly goddess. We hope that Goddess gets sparked by our totally Swaggalicious blog! The purpose of our blog is to embark on a journey filled with discoveries about the versatility and swagger of curly hair. We will include curly hair fashion "do's", and maybe even a few "don'ts". So welcome to our blog where we will constantly make-up our own words, probably include constant typo's and grammatical errors (don't judge:/), but we will enjoy every minute of it as we grow as a blog with our beloved followers, we are "Curly Girl Swag"!