SHAKARA BEAUTY AND WELLNESS

Hello Lovelies,    Iv been receiving alot of requests to do a post on skin whitening but it's a very broad subject that needs a lot of explaining.so instead of one post I'll do several just to get d message across. First of all the Negro skin is tailored to suit it's environment.our climate is harsh and our sun isn't so friendly especially during the dry season.   What makes 'black' skin black?the answer to that is melanin.melanin is produced by our  skin to protect us from the uv rays of the sun.the melanin secretion varies from person to person as determined by our genes. The reason we get darker when we stay under the sun longer than usual is because our skin produces more melanin to protect us then.so we end up getting a "tan"   So the big question is this why would yu want to kill what protects you from having skin cancer as a result of the uv from our sun? It should also be noted that one can get lighter significantly lighter by just avoidi...

Dandruff occurs when there is flaking in the scalp.Basically it's when your scalp exfoliates itself too quickly,its caused by a fungi.dandruff is very annoying to deal with.and belive me also embarrassing.Dandruff affects both men and women.    I'm sure u have been told to use a dandruff shampoo but that doesn't work for every body..so here are some basic tips that can help y'all out Mix 1 cup of apple cider vinegar(you can get it at d nearest shop rite around or a food market) with 2 cups of water into a spray bottle. Spray on your hair and scalp. Massage it into your scalp gently. Leave it in your hair for about 5-15mins then rinse. Moisturize as desired (preferably with something light like coconut or jojoba oil). Repeat this process once or twice a week depending on the severity of dandruff. Lemon The acidity of freshly squeezed lemon juice as with ACVhelps break down fungus that is often the cause of dandruff outbreaks. Massage ...

Hello. Lovelies,       I cut my hair when I was in my first year in the university.it was damaged my cheap relaxers,bad handling and all.when I made that big chop I had no idea what to do to strengthen or grow my hair.      Alot of you are in this situation well I'm here to be your guardian angel and rescue you.u can thank me later.   I bring to you the almighty Coconut oil. Coconut oil is derived from the flesh of the coconut fruit.it can be used for cooking,skincare and haircare.it can even be used as a soothing massage oil       In haircare,u can substitute your regular hair cream or hair oil for whole coconut oil.it absolutely works wonders!my hair grew like grass after I started using it in my haircare regimen.it is chemical free nd packed with all the essential nutrients needed by your hair to grow.and it has a lovely smell to boot.ill give you a few ways to use coconut oil in the most effective way ...

The Basics of Black Skin and Acne What Is Acne? Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that affects the skin of the body that has the highest concentration of oil glands (typically the face, chest and back). It's not curable and if you have it you'll always be prone to acne. There are ways to keep it under control so you can enjoy healthy looking, spot free skin. What Kinds of Acne Are There? There are five major types of acne pimples that affect black skin (listed in order from least to most severe). Whiteheads - These are very small pimples caused by oil and skins build up in pores that lead to blockage and inflammation. Because the buildup is covered by skin the contents aren't exposed to the air and they stay white, thus giving the acne its name. Blackheads - These pimples are similar to whiteheads except the pores stay open. This causes the build up to turn dark because of exposure to the air. Sometimes blackheads get so large and deep they need to be extracted b...

Welcome to my blog,where I'll show you all the cool tricks to maintaining a glowing skin and healthy hair in this harsh Nigerian weather.come along with me as we explore the beauty behind natural remedies that are as old as time itself.          -sandra ena lewis