The Beauty Myth .

Hey Yall! 

  I know that everyone is use to the normal fashion post from my fellow bloggers and I , but it's time for something new! Recently I've been reading this book called The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf. The beauty myth is an obsession with the physical perfection that traps the modern woman in an endless spiral of hope, self-conciousness, and even leads to self-hatred as one tries to fulfill society's impossible definition of "the flawless beauty". This book brings up very controversial topics and aspects that coincides with the beauty myth such as: culture, the workplace, religion, sex hunger and violence. 

    So here is where you all come in, what is your view point on this so called "beauty myth"? Do you still think it's prevalent to us today in society? I really want to hear your voice on this topic so please don't forget to mention me on all social media! I would love to be able to interact with all of you and share my ideas as well! 

  Fierce & Love,

 Dari J.

New products (Hair Care)

I recently had the chance to go out and get some new things for my hair and one thing I picked up was this Shea Moisture Hair Masque. It smells wonderful and it truly did add hydration to my hair. The thick consistency was a plus as well! #Recommended 

This Tea Tree oil is great as well. After a wash and condition I mixed this with my hair masque and applied to hair from root to tips. Then, I let my twists set for about 2-3 hours and got a cool twist out. #Recommended

Now this conditioner isn't "new," I've used it once before. However, for the sake of you ladies knowing what I used on this mornings twist out here you go. This is from the Carols Daughter for Kids line and I LOOOOOVE it!!!!! It's THE BEST conditioner I've ever used hands down! Smells great, feels great and leaves my hair super soft and lovely. #HighlyRecommended 

This cream of nature shampoo wasn't my favorite, but it did smell great. And that's a BIG thing that I look for. Like any shampoo it did its job very well. It says it helps detangle... Yeah, no! Not in these curls. It was cheap probably about $4-$5. #Recommended

Results......... 

Kim Slay-dashian❤️❤️❤️

   Hey y'all! 

  Can I just say that I am absolutely in love with Kim Kardashians blonde hair! She is constantly taking risk and continues to own each and everyone of them. The icy blonde compliments her down to a T! It brings out her edgy features, high cheekbones and brown eyes! Girl you better WERK! 

  

And to every lady and gent continue to take risk and be you!! Whether it's blonde, purple, red or blue..OWN IT

 So I would like to know who's your fashion role model this season? Tag me and let me know on Instagram and twitter! 

Fierce & Love,

Dari J. 

You're Worthy

So there is this show, "Being Mary Jane" on BET and that Mary Jane Paul is very inspiring. First season of Being Mary Jane I noticed all of the post it notes all around her house with affirmations on them. If you aren't familiar with the show I'll tell you what you need to know: Mary Jane is trying to find herself basically and in doing so she finds her self under different men. This is a way to show insecurity in a woman. Hence why she has affirmations on her walls to remind her she's worthy. 

So, I'm 16 (17 on April 25th whoo whoo) and as any teen girl I'm finding how to love myself. I'm a young lady so I won't be doing like Ms.Mary Jane and crawling under men to find my love, but what I did take from her journey are the post-it note reminders. 

Having to look these reminders in the face everyday I wake up is mentally positioning me to come back from a few recent set backs. In life things happen that damage and bruse us and sometimes they aren't always avoidable. I learned that for me to grow into the princess God has designed me to be I need to think and speak like a princess. 

All of my life I've lived by a lesson my Auntie Sharon taught me long ago after a cousin of mine called me a fatty or something to that nature. She said: "tell him sticks and stones may break your bones, but words will never hurt you." 

That's the first time I had known of such a thing and this state of mind has pushed me to where I am now. 

If God didn't say it it doesn't matter. Good, bad, cute and ugly. What people on earth has to say about you does not determine your worth. As long as you know you are amazing that's all that matters. You are highly favored no matter how hard you may fall, just know where to turn when you want to get back up. 

       Looooove you always, Jazzmine. 

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What my skin loves... And can't forget the hair

      Okay girls, the seasons are changing and my skin and hair are going through a rough time. So here's what I did: I switched up my soaps and started using a body scrub and a new hair lotion. I'm a black young lady so my skin can get a little rough at times when not taken proper care of. 

    The old soap: 

While this is a good product, it just isn't great for me all year. It doesn't give me the moisture I need like it says it will. I found that things with oatmeal and Shea Butter work best for me.

    My new soap: 

This has a lighter smell that I actually prefer in warmer weather (the Dove was great, but highly perfumed). Shea butter and oatmeal protects and strengthens skin and can help heal minor cuts and burns (which I get all the time working in a restaurant). 

     Before I wasn't exfoliating like I needed to so I had dead skin that needed to GO!!! Really cheap at target I got this Sugar Scrub: 

    

    Notice that this has Shea Butter in it as well. My skin really loves this stuff. It has really helped my skin feel softer to the touch and look better and less dull. 

             What my hair loves now...

    When I wash my hair I can just put this on with a little (and I do mean a little) olive oil and have intensive moisture for about a week without worrying about moisturizing again. I also use this for quick moisture in between washing and conditioning.

   What are your favorite moisturizing products? Tell me on Twitter and (or) Instagram @fwfblog 

         Love, Jazzmine ❤️

Glitter Nails

If you live on the west side of Chicago or in Oak Park and have been trying to take it to the next level with your nail game, Glitter Nails Salon is the place to go. Located on Madison street right before Oak Park Ave, it's nestled right in the middle of the block among other small shops. The salon is black owned and is comprised of about six nail technicians along with a receptionist. 

The salon is know for their extraordinary nail art. Each technician has their own skill set and types of nail art they excel at, but are amazing at anything. All you need is a picture and they'll be able to recreate it with their own flare that will fit to your style and personality. The downside is they don't do walk-ins and they are temporarily closed on Mondays. That is due to the fact that they have many clients making appointments that they have very little down time. If you definitely would like to get in, calling to make an appointment would be your best bet.

Here are a few examples of the beautiful work being created:

If you love what you see, and like to see more follow them on IG at @GlitterNailSalon. Don't forget to get those appointments in ASAP! 

Besos,

Ashley Marie

Is it spring yet?

Hey Y'all!! 

Winter is now officially over. Not only does that mean no more snow, but a lot more new trends! I'm so excited to see what you all will be stepping out and owning this season! Don't forget about the different pastel colors, continue to embrace the scarfs and boyfriend jeans! Those are a must! And never forget be fierce!! 

  Reach out to me with some of your favorite spring styles with #FWFSpring! 

 

Fierce & Love,

Dari J. @fwfblog