What am I using Now.....

This post is long overdue! I should have done it last Saturday after being tagged but due to lack of time and laziness I opted out. After a recent reminder here goes...

Hair-So I crossed over to the dark side at least 14 years ago, that’s the side of chemically processed hair lol. Yes I rock a perm and I’m proud as I have recently been converted from habitually adding hair extensions- WHAT A FEELING!

Shampoo - I am currently toying with different shampoos at the moment as I refuse to buy any more until I have got rid of the dregs in my numerous bottles at home. It is a combination of Aphogee shampoo for damaged hair (although my hair is not damaged) and Porisity Control Shampoo.

Conditioner- The most important element to any woman’s hair regime! There are two phases to my conditioning treatment, the first being Motions Critical Protein & Treatment Conditioner recommended by my hairdresser. It has a combination of 15 African herbs and prevents breakage. I then sit under my hooded dryer for a deep steam. Phase 2 consists of Motions Moisture Plus conditioner, which I apply abundantly. I almost drown my hair with this stuff and wash it off after about 10-15 minutes.

Styling Products-

Body- Sanex or Original Source shower gel (the mint or lemon flavour)

Moisture- I used to use the Body Shop’s body butters but they are too tief! As well as Palmers Coco Body Butter as I tend to get dry skin but I have found a cheaper alternative which does exactly the same thing which is Hollywood Beauty Cocoa Butter.

Deodorant- The cheapest going (thank the lord for Pound land). At the moment I am using Radox Daily Elements as well as Vaseline Intensive Care deodorant…

Perfume- Sean John Unforgivable Women, J’Adore and Chloe.

Sun Care N/A... I know ignorance is not bliss.

Face-If I had a pound for every product I have used to get that “perfect complexion”. I have tried Clinique’s 1, 2, 3 range, Clean & Clear, Neutrogena, Dove soap. I am finally content with Superdrug’s Tea tree facial wash and facial scrub.
I then tone with their tea tree cleansing and moisture lotion.

Moisture- My face tends to get quite dry so I use Dermatologic E-45 cream in the day and at night I use Holland and Barrett Vitamin E-Oil.

Mask- I’ll give anything a whirl (probably not wise).

Lip Balm- I used to use Vaseline but have now converted too Carmex Lip Balm.

Make-Up- Phew where to start?!?!? I’m a bit of a MAC junkie and have quite a few products as I love to play up me eyes but I rarely use them.

Concealer- This is a must I use either MAC NW50 Studio Touch up stick corrector or NW50 Studio Finish Concealer. The latter is quite good and is usually enough for me to not need to any foundation.

Foundation- MAC Studio Fix Liquid although I don’t really love foundation as it feels like my skin can’t breathe. It is very rare that this gets used unless it’s a night out.

Blusher- MAC Raizin Matte again this rarely gets used.

Eye Liner- Rimmel Exaggerate Eye Liner, MAC Engraved Power Point Eye Pencil and Rimmels Soft Kohl Eye Pencils in Jungle Green, Black and Denim Blue.

Lip Gloss- MAC Tinted Lip Conditioner, MAC Lickable Crème sheen lipstick and MAC Lip Glass (every woman should own one of these true classic).

Mascara- Maybeline Great Lash Mascara as my eye lashes are quite short so every bit of mascara helps and I find this is one of the few that gives the illusion that I have eye lashes.

Nail Polish- I have every nail colour under the sun courtesy of Rimmels 60 second nail polish.

Another black couple hit the fan?!?!?!

I am hoping this rumour isn't true but it seems yet another couple may be walking up the divorce aisle...tis a sad shame! I repeat I swear there is something in the water called divorce juice! All jokes aside this is a sad state of affairs what is going on?!?!? Many folk were a tad skeptical about this union from the get go and I'm not surprised if this post was anything to go by. Watch this space eh......

JLS

I have heard this joint on the radio several times and never knew it was our very own Brit boy quartet JLS. I don’t want to seem like I’m knocking them but the video’s a little contrived. The JLS lads seem like they are trying just a little too hard and I do not love the whole body popping/locking awkward jerky movements. I swear Jonathon does the Harlem shake toward the end of the video.... OH HELL TO THE NAH!!!! Diversity they are not but their vocal abilities are okay and at least they have got rid of those colourful JLS t-shirts. Go boy’s you have a strong female following and I’m sure you’ll be just fine!!

Drama week 5.....

I've officially reached the half-way mark within my course-hoorah! Today's class was about letting go of your inhibitions and really getting into character. We did our usual warm up exercises which consisted of reciting doh-ray-me-fah-so-lah-tee-doh, mini role-plays and breathing exercises. We then got into pairs where one of us was an alien from another planet and the other was the translator, of course I chose the role of the alien. Then we had to recite a scene from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance kid and Pulp Fiction.
Howah our tutor told us to get deep into character and to pretend we are with the people who make us most comfortable, to speak and act like the character and really get into the zone. As time goes on she is pushing us to loose all doubts and self-consciousness and to just be free and not worry what others are thinking. This week’s homework is to observe how we talk as well as others, how we portray our body language the pace of our speech the pitch and most importantly the tone.

Hip-Hop Beyond Beats & Rhymes

Very interesting documentary that explores the real issues behind hip-hop music including manhood, sexism, masculinity, violence and homophobia. There are several different perspectives from fans, rappers and music moguls. This really got me thinking about the many different genres of music I let seep into my mind and the hidden messages incorporated in the lyrics and videos. As well as the big corporate men who fatten their pockets by exploiting the hip-hop culture and the artists involved within it.

This isn't new but thanks Williams for bringing this to my attention.

The latest addition to my wardrobe...

yes, yet another pair of shoes! I've had my eye on these beauties since March now, they are the YSL tribute t-bar shoes. Now obviously mine are not YSL as I don't have hundreds of pounds to waste. They are courtesy of Matalan and at least an inch shorter. These shoes are HOT and they will be getting their debut tomorrow-good times!!!!!!!!!!!!

Drama week 4

I'm really getting into my Drama course now and I can feel the confidence growing as the weeks go by. Today we looked at monolgues and how to get into character, how to feel the emotions and how to portray it back to your audience. We looked at body language, the way in which we speak and how it is perceived and we also did several role plays which I really love doing!!!

I also got to learn a bit more about my tutor today; she is so cool. She is the kind of person I could chill with on a daily basis. Today she advised me that when I do my Entertainment slot or other public speaking that I should not be so self- conscious. I should use the radio as my platform/stage be my usual funny/mad/quirky self and don't worry about what people at home think, to just really go for it. This course is teaching more and more about my self every week...I LOVE IT!!!!!! Roll on week 5!!!!!!!