EVERYTHING MELANIN

The blind leading the blind here😃😂but it was a request from my best friend so I need to do it and I think it's beneficial. Anyways, I feel like I can offer a few words on this topic, y'know, from experience😂😂. OK, where to begin? First of, if you clicked on this blog I think that is a pretty clear sign that you are in a toxic relationship😂(unless of course you're here to support me in that case 💗). Yikes, sorry not sorry😅. But let's give more insight in case you really want to be sure👀. 🏃🏿‍♀️🏃🏿‍♀️.First of all, are you even dating? Is it an exclusive relationship? Did you mutually agree to be together? If not, toroka mapema before it's too late😂 especially if you want a relationship and the other party doesn't. 🏃🏿‍♀️🏃🏿‍♀️.No quality time. Let's put it like this,  no person who really cares about you doesn't want to send time with you. I know you crave some quality time with them so what does that say when they don't feel the same abo...

Y'know what they say, money spent promoting Kenyan products is money well spent(they is me by the way😅😂but I am a good source to be fair😂). On that note, we will be looking at some proudly Kenyan businesses that I have encountered  🌻FLOWERS THAT LAST FOREVER🌻(wove kenya) Hand woven crochet flowers has to be one of the prettiest things I've ever seen😍.A whole assortment of different flowers for you to pick from. I feel like this is such a cool concept because you get to have them forever. Plus, from the assortment you can get to make a bouquet of flowers of your choice with different coloured flowers and they turn out to be really pretty. Plus, the owner is very lovely to interact with so make sure to definitely check this one out I'm sure you will like it as much as I did.  instagram 📸@ wove.kenya 🖌WITTY ART 🖌(waMeraki) A variety of different art including hand painted fridge magnets that have the most clever sayings, to the cutest small paintings to even wooden bo...

An everything shower has to be one of the better human experiences. You end up feeling and smelling sooo good. I love how everyone has a combination of different scents and products that combine to form their own unique scent. OK, so we are looking at how to maximize on an everything shower plus post care so it can last the whole day for you. I recommend skimming through the whole blog first then trying it out:) Let us begin shall we? We are going from head to toe so we start with hair, I already have a perfect hair washday blog on here which I will link here>( the perfect hair washday routine )OK. The face will have to be a good cleanser, then a moisturizer I do not want to recommend specific brands because everyone has their own brands that work for them. I would also advice to use cold water to rinse your face it does wonders for my pores. Make sure to wash your ears and behind your ears because that is where most hair products tend to accumulate and cause dirt. Teeth Veeery impo...

There is so much you need to do just to maintain healthy hair. But, it is all about getting a routine, a simple one that you can be consistent with in the long run. Enough about that, today we are talking about things you should not do for healthier hair. So be prepared to be triggered a little with things I know you do👀. But don't be too hard on yourself, you didn't know better:)I am tagging myself as well. Combing my hair when its dry is an absolute no. Why? Well, dry hair equals brittle hair which makes it susceptible to easy breakage. The best way to do it is while it's damp since it has most elasticity then. Using rubber bands on hair . This is a big no no. Rubber bands tend to pull and cut hair so avoid them completely. Use proper hairbands preferably those without the little metal plate. Protective styles that are too tight . Just thinking about this gives me a headache😭. I mean, why do we do this, it's just unnecessary, especially around the edges. Having tho...

And with that, 2024 almost comes to a close. A time like this last year, I wrote a list😅, now now, no need to judge, we read and we don't judge😂. My resolutions for this year, honestly, looking back at them I kind of forgot some of them were on there, and that is the first sign of what's to come😂. You can check out my list in this blog linked here so you won't feel lost in case you hadn't read it-> https://iveartgold.blogspot.com/2023/12/my-realistic-2024-resolutions.html . So let's skim over them and see how we did shall we?😅. Daily Sudokus definitely did not happen lmao😂. Buuut, I did do a lot more sudokus this year than previous years so hey, a win's a win😂. Uploading weekly on this blog is something I am quite honestly disappointed in myself for not being able to do and I am carrying this to next year for sure and I will lock in this time for real! Mmmh, savings have depleted a little I would say😭 what was this year even??😂 Waking up earlier I hav...

ID loversss gather here! First of if you know what that is you are definitely in the right place😂😂.  I would say I am an enthusiast of true crime, y'know a normal amount( if you know me personally don't comment😅) Mostly because of curiosity I would say, wanting to know why people do what they do, and so far I've come across very interesting documentaries that all my true crime counterparts should check out.  They have all the good components of a good documentary which I would list as good narration, interviews with family or people who knew the victims and if we are lucky, people who knew the perpetrator which it's always interesting to hear from their point of view. OK, enough yapping, onto the list! The Staircase ( Netflix ). Starting off strong with what I would consider to be my top 5 documentaries of all time. Murder or a tragic accident? I was quite surprised there was a discussion between the two after watching it. But I'll let you be the judge of that. ...

Hey, no one is telling you to lay off anything  ok😂. Relaaaaxx😂.I always say, the key to maintaining a healthy body weight is mostly internal. So let us look at some not so hard tricks I use that are applicable for your day to day that help at least maintain a healthy body weight.  💪🏿 Maintaining at least a 7,000 steps a day and this is very easy to achieve actually, that's approximately 30 minutes of walking, which can either be broken down to 2-15 minute walks or 3-10 minutes walks. Which is quite doable a day I would say. And good thing our phones can keep track of how many steps we've taken everyday so you don't have to worry about that, just the walking is your part. 💪🏿 Walking After Eating . I've found this quite effective because the body uses that food as fuel for your walk. Put on some music, a good playlist and walk for at least fifteen minutes. Plus it reduces any bloating risks significantly.  💪🏿 Drinking a Litre A Day.  Of water of course😅😂.Ge...

  Yknow how when the 'ber' months begin, you just feel like spending your money? You could actually say it's an itch😂. That's why I'm here, to the rescue once again 😂. To give you fun activities worth your time and money. Could be group or solo adventures whatever rocks your boat. ♤ Try an outdoor activity. And there are a bunch guyss. Ziplining, Bungee Jumping, Hiking, boat activities. Y'know, something to get your juices flowing and your adrenaline pumping. Just first try something you were always curious about. ♤ Do something you've never tried before. Eat escargot 😭 that's fancy talk for eat a snail😂😂 I mean, if you can push your limits that far, hey, go for it!!😂. Go swimming with the dolphins I don't know😂.I'm getting a bit carried away sorry😂. But do something new! Plus I have a whole blog about that. ♤ Go Out. I mean, it is the end of the year, you survived this long you deserve it😂. At least aim for a weekend bender once befo...

On the fourth of October, Goethe Institut set up a much needed end of the week event showcasing Kenyan talent through a concert curated by Tangaza magazine. The whole set up was meant to vibe and  be acquainted with three of our very own Kenyan talent.  The vibe was already set from beginning as the DJ, DJ Dauudi.O , welcomed people coming in with a good mix of songs that made the energy just right for future performances, y'know setting the mood😂. As did the MC's , Corrine Kahi and Ivix D.Kioi who were very engaging with the crowd in preparation for the upcoming performances and got everyone's spirit up and excited. There were also refreshments offered by Die Bar.ist.A which included some pretty good cocktails y'know, to start the weekend right😅 and capturing the whole event through his lens was Nairobi Phoet .  The first performance was by the lovely Njeri and her pianist Wacuka . She had very good crowd engagement encouraging sing alongs here and there which we...

Songs can be a love language in itself, si ati mapezi ni Valentines pekee😅😂. Let your boo know how you're feeling about them and that you're thinking about them. It can be your significant other, or someone you want to seal the deal with, this might just be the move to to make😂😂. ♡ My Boo- Usher, Alicia Keys ♡ Sexy love- Ne-Yo ♡ Deep- summer walker ♡ I want you around- Snoh Aalegra ♡ While we're Young- Jhene Aiko ♡  Too Easy- Bien ♡ Electric- Alina Baraz, Khalid ♡ Snooze- SZA ♡ When I see you- Fantasia ♡  You- Lloyd, Lil Wayne ♡ Boo'd Up- Ella Mai ♡ Tripping- Ella Mai ♡  Get You(ft Kali Uchis)- Daniel Ceasar ♡ Aki Sioni- Njerae ♡ Love- Kendrick Lamar ft. Zacari You can even compile a little playlist with some good songs and send it too them. And one of them could actually be you guys' song. Be sure to sample the songs to see which lyrics best suit your situation.   So this is your sign to go for it!! Good luck 😅♡ Make sure to follow the official everything ...

Washing your hair can be a daunting task. That's why when you do it, you should make it count. Set aside a day when you do not have anything else to do and make a playlist of your favorite songs. You can also make it a full TLC day. Do a body scrub after to get that hair product off your body y'know. Ok, step 1  make sure you have all your hair products ready, these include shampoo, conditioner, deep conditioner, leave in conditioner and oil . Step 2 ,you can soften your hair with a conditioner(not deep conditioner) before you start to  wash your hair, this helps with hair softening before you start the shampooing process which can prove to be drying to your hair. While applying the conditioner, put your hair in twists while either finger detangling or combing it through with a paddle brush or a wide tooth comb. This will prevent tangles during the shampooing process which is  Step 3 . Before you apply shampoo to your hair make sure you completely drench your hair with wa...

Cactus Green welcomes you to THE CLAN, a sacred temple where all creatives around inspire some of the best beats I've personally ever listened to. The type that leaves you wanting to play a track over and over because he is also great at selecting artists to work with in terms of their work, representation and how well they fit the narrative he is trying to create which meshes into some really listen worthy songs. The ranging emotions of his work can be seen through his day and night sound creation I mean, you never really know what you expect, so different songs for different playlists. From hype songs to nice slow songs that will suit your every need. As a creative, he delves in music, film and fashion. His appreciation for different music genres and cultures is translated in his music production from the range used in his beats as he embraces whatever the vibe is around him. Check out the Album Form za Jogoo RD On YouTube Make sure to check out his new release Story za Activist...

Bluverse in partnership with TashaSasha Foundation organized an event to help the children of Virginia Children's Home through donations, visiting and spending time with the children. Founders of Bluverse and TashaSasha Foundation The Home is located in Utawala and from the minute I got there I could feel the warmth radiating from the children as members took part in cooking, braiding, hair cuts and playing with the children. The home houses roughly 20 children  and the mother of the children shared her journey of why and how she came about starting the home and it was truly inspirational and you could tell she cared and truly loves each and every one of the kids who range from a form four student to the youngest girl who is only four years old. the Mum who takes care of the children🤍 As the first Home I have visited, I was truly inspired with the existence of such pure hearts including the organizations that made this happen and their willingness to extend their love to comp...

Different hair oils have different advantages to your hair and depending on what exactly you need for your hair, you can better navigate what to get. Rule number one, you want to get hair oils with just that one ingredient, the oil itself. This makes sure you don't put fragrances on your hair which can counter what you want to achieve. There are some general reasons why you would like to use oil on your hair: To lock in moisture as we all know oil traps moisture in the hair strands so your hair stays moisturized longer. Hot oil treatment after washing your is honestly the best thing you can do for your hair and reap the benefits of the oils. This involves mixing your desired oils together and warming them in a bottle in hot water then applying it to your hair and scalp. As a hair mask for those who like a natural protein mask. This is where you can mix your desired oils with a banana, avocado, honey and maybe an egg to use before shampooing and conditioning your hair. PS you have t...