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NEW FROM GIRL + HAIR | CLARIFYING ACV RINSE

We fell in love with the Under Hair Care line from Girl+Hair when we featured the Restoring Balm in our March 2015 box. This line was created to nourish and treat both natural and relaxed hair of women wearing protective styles, such as sew-ins, braids or wigs. The products contain conditioning i... View Post

4 PRODUCTS BY BEAUTY & PIN UPS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR HAIR FOR THE BETTER

Beauty & Pin Ups was founded with the concept of helping women feel confident in their own skin. The line features hair care products that are free of parabens, phthalates and sulfates, and is rich in proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals and minerals. Did I mention that the products are ... View Post

COCOBelle: The Poshe Fashionista, Camesha Powell

Fashion meets style, grace, humility, brains and brawn. Cliché as it may sound, Camesha Powell is a truly a force to be reckoned with. With a Master’s Degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology in Global Fashion Management she has held positions as a professional stylist, creative director... View Post

SUMMER NAIL ESSENTIALS FROM GINGER + LIZ

Summer is a time to explore music festivals, tropical vacations and poolside parties. It is also a time to experiment and choose bright, beautiful nail colors. The Ginger + Liz Colour Collection features non-toxic and 5-Free nail lacquer that keeps you on trend without the negative influence of c... View Post

Why You Have to Forgive Yourself

I've crashed and burned many times in my life and I've taken some casualties. I've never intentionally set out to hurt anyone but I've been self-absorbed and avoidant. I’ve left things unfinished without explanation. I've lured in guys - nice guys who really liked me - and dumped them without ... View Post

COCOBelle of the Month: Beauty Blogger Ofunne Amaka

Throughout history women of color have been underserved by the cosmetic industry. Popular brands either don’t make foundation in a wide range of shades or neglect to show how their products look on darker skin tones. Enter beauty blogger Ofunne Amaka. You may have heard of her popular Instagram a... View Post

What To Expect At Your First Facial

Facials are one of the best luxuries worth splurging on. If you’ve never had one, they’re a great way to get and keep your skin in formation by clearing clogged pores, smoothing rough skin and leaving you with fresh, health glowing skin you’ll love. But before you book an appointment for your fir... View Post

Product Review: Luster’s You Be Natural Jamaican Black Castor Oil Scalp Soother Ointment

So for Cocotique’s July box they’re featuring hair care products by Luster’s Pink and Luster’s You Be-Natural. In the box you’ll find: Luster’s Pink Shea Butter Coconut Oil Edge Gel, Jojoba & Grapeseed Oil, Pink Oil Moisturizer Lotion, Shea Butter Coconut Oil Sulfate Free Shampoo, and Shea Bu... View Post

Just What U Need: UPCYLCING COFFEE GRAINS FOR BETTER SKIN CARE

I made my annual trek to the The Foire de Paris or the ‘Paris Fair’ a few weeks ago - an event that I truly love attending, despite the crowds, as I always find interesting things. Either a household gadget (I am a gadget lover) to some new beauty breakthrough (face cream made with the snail sli... View Post