“women”

Luv & Learn Your Hair Tour Hosted by Taren Guy – DC visit

Posted on October 31, 2013

I attended the Luv & Learn Your Hair event held at the Midtown Partyplex.  It was founded and hosted by the one and only natural hair vlogger Taren Guy!  It started off with raffle prizes and awesome gift bags by Motions, to a hair style demonstration, and concluded with a panel discussion with Yolanda Renee of Etc Blog Mag, hair care expert Jennifer Rose, and vlogger Kirsten Walker.  Everyone spoke candidly about their personal hair journey including the triumphs and struggles.  The discussion was anRead More→

Giveaway Winners! T-Shirts by NaturalSince_

Posted on October 24, 2013

Yaaaaaaay Chicas!!!!!Congrats to @grassylocks and @beautyandcurls on your new t-shirts from @naturalsince_Please e-mail your name and mailing address to: [email protected]. A super BIG thanks to those who participated.   xoxo, Mel

My FIRST Giveaway! T-Shirts by NaturalSince_

Posted on October 16, 2013

Hola mis amigos! A couple of ya’ll asked me about how to purchase this shirt and I figured why not GIVE IT AWAY!  I had the wonderful opportunity of working with Krystal Ugo, the founder of NaturalSince_ and we agreed to giveaway not one but TWO t-shirts! Ok so here’s the deal, to enter: You have to follow me (@rock_yo_rizos) and Krystal Ugo (@naturalsince_) on Instagram, @naturalsince_ on Twitter Post your best natural pic with the hashtag #naturalsincegiveaway – FYI: not limitedRead More→

WHOA Wednesday! Meet April

Posted on October 16, 2013

  1. Name and where you are from?   April Kayganich; Made in LA but raised in the fine land of Michigan. 2. How would you describe yourself?  Super Virgo, goofy, smart ass, perfectionist, ambitious, and hard working  3. Tell us something about you that will make us say WHOA!   I once found a large insect wing from an unknown bug in my hair when I took it down from a ponytail.  I couldn’t shower for weeks without freaking out wondering whereRead More→

Wash Yo Rizos Day! Jane Carter Solution Product Review

Posted on September 30, 2013

I was awarded the opportunity to try out the Jane Carter Solution Natural & Curly Hair Care Essential Kit!  I was eager to test these new products out because I have heard such great things about them and I have never used the products.   So here we go! Below is 8 days dirty pelo.  Check out the process below… BEFORE PREPOO CONCOCTION STEAM PREP AFTER STEAMING AFTER PRODUCTS USED Process Time: 3 hours and 12 mins Products (l to r):  JaneRead More→

Fashion Facebook Contest featuring ME!

Posted on September 24, 2013

It’s DC Fashion Week!  In celebration, I was given an assignment: Create a chic outfit only using the Louis at 14th theme colors: Pink, Green, Purple, Black and White (all colors did not have to be used). So, who wore it best? “LIKE” the picture to vote –  http://bit.ly/LouisFashion You can vote for as many people as you’d like! The person with the most “Likes” by Monday, October 7 wins a $350 Four Seasons Gift Card.  A special Thanks to the folks at DesignRead More→

Whoa Wednesday- Meet Rellani!

Posted on September 18, 2013

I had to pleasure of meeting Rellani in the hallway of my office building.  I had to introduce myself and that followed by the longest “Woooow”!  I have to be honest, these pictures do not do her rizos any justice- they are absolutely BEAUTIFUL!  Folks, meet Rellani! 1.     Name and where you are from? Tirow (Hello)! I’m Rellani Ogumoro, born in Honolulu but raised on the beautiful island of Saipan, a tiny island in the northwestern pacific. 2.     How would you describeRead More→

WHOA Wednesday! Meet Ivette

Posted on September 4, 2013

I came across Ivette’s GORGEOUS head of rizos on Instagram (of course) but I’ve come to find out after some brief emails, we used to be neighbors!  I knew her face looked familiar and I could’ve sworn I’ve seen her before on the bus ( her hair was in a tight bun) and sure enough- it was her! What a coincidence!  So mi gente, I introduce to you – Ivette! 1. Name and where you are from? Hi name isRead More→

WHOA Wednesday! Meet Jacqueline

Posted on August 28, 2013

I had the opportunity to meet Jaci (as I call her) through my best friend and it was like an instant curl connection! We talked about our favorite hair products, styling routines, and ALL of our curl woes – you all know what I’m talkin’ about. Any who, I present to you….Jacqueline! 1. Name and where you are from? My name is Jacqueline Nelson.  The “where are you from?” question always stumps me.  I was born and raised in Westchester NY, but IRead More→

WHOA Wednesday! Meet Karen

Posted on August 21, 2013

This is my homegirl and we actually went to high school together!  Ok so don’t let the beautiful green eyes and the gorgeous head of rizos fool you because she is one of the FUNNIEST people I know.  Not only does she do the best Latoya Jackson impersonation (no seriously), she is an amazing dancer, and believe it or not but she is also a professor!  Oh yeah, you read it correctly.  I was absolutely excited when I found outRead More→