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REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS : MENS EDITION 2
A DAY IN THE LIFE
“Living Naturally You”
Real People Real Answers
What’s your name?
Will R Elston
How old are you?
34 years old
Where are you from?
I am from Earth.
What is your occupation?
LOVING, LIVING AND LAUGHING
How would you describe yourself?
If I had to describe myself in one word I would name it "ME"
When did you first decide to grow locs?
I first decided to grow locs when I first saw how all the ladies were digging BUSTA RHYMES locks, at that time I had very very low self esteem because my mother used to call me ugly and my dad called me weird so it stuck with me and I wanted to try the locs in hopes of getting attention(but I Love myself now so I don't need them, but I do like them so im not cutting them.)
If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?
My style is in my description-ME
Who are some people that inspire you the most?
Im inspired by Steve Harvey and Brett Farve the most because they showed me that no matter how old you are never let go of your dreams.Im grown already so I am actually living a dream, which is inspiring others and motivating people to go.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
I'm grown already so I am actually living a dream, which is inspiring others and motivating people to go higher.
What advice would you give to others who wanted embrace their individuality ?
My advice to people who are afraid to be them is simple-THE MORE YOU LIVE TO PLEASE OTHERS THE MORE YOU'RE DISRESPECTING GOD...Be you.
What’s your favorite quote?
See above.
10 ways to Give stress the middle finger :)
10 WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS
1. Take time to yourself. Run a hot bath with a few drops of essential oil, like as lavender, to soothe aching muscles and relax that stress away.
2. A hot cup of green tea is great for stress reduction, it contains polyphenols, a powerful antioxidant.
3. Breathe in evenly through your nose, letting your abdomen expand. Breathe out slowly and evenly through your mouth, taking about twice as long as you did to inhale.
4. Mix together salt and olive oil; rub into your feet and rinse well for a natural foot scrub. Follow with a massage.
5. Take a deep breath and laugh...HARD!!. Laughter yoga can make you happier – and healthier.
6. Make a relaxing vacation like feel at home:, pop in a scented tea light and switch off the electricity.
7. Take the time to do something you enjoy, whether it’s reading the newspaper, taking a class or calling a friend.
8. Actually take your lunch break and eat lunch; Don't do what many do and put yourself off just to get the same work that will be there when you get back done. . Read a novel, take a walk or try a new restaurant.
9. Play your favorite music; classical music especially makes for excellent stress relief.
10. Get your dance on:) – dancing is fun, and it makes for a good workout, too
by M Kyles of Kyles Natural
1. Take time to yourself. Run a hot bath with a few drops of essential oil, like as lavender, to soothe aching muscles and relax that stress away.
2. A hot cup of green tea is great for stress reduction, it contains polyphenols, a powerful antioxidant.
3. Breathe in evenly through your nose, letting your abdomen expand. Breathe out slowly and evenly through your mouth, taking about twice as long as you did to inhale.
4. Mix together salt and olive oil; rub into your feet and rinse well for a natural foot scrub. Follow with a massage.
5. Take a deep breath and laugh...HARD!!. Laughter yoga can make you happier – and healthier.
6. Make a relaxing vacation like feel at home:, pop in a scented tea light and switch off the electricity.
7. Take the time to do something you enjoy, whether it’s reading the newspaper, taking a class or calling a friend.
8. Actually take your lunch break and eat lunch; Don't do what many do and put yourself off just to get the same work that will be there when you get back done. . Read a novel, take a walk or try a new restaurant.
9. Play your favorite music; classical music especially makes for excellent stress relief.
10. Get your dance on:) – dancing is fun, and it makes for a good workout, too
by M Kyles of Kyles Natural
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Natural face Cleanser!!! YAY!! THA SCRUBS!!
Sometime we need to get down and dirty with our faces. A specialty face cleanser made by YOU might be just the trick to stop blotched skin in its tracks. Exfoliation is key and below we will go over some Cool recipes that have ingredients that come right from the kitchen and Oh soo natural:)
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Note: The scrubs listed work for all skin types, unless stated otherwise.
General Scrub Procedure
Tie hair back.
Wash face.
To open pores, steam face over hot water or press warm cloth to skin for a few minutes.
After preparing scrub, apply it to face (and neck if desired). Avoid eye area.
Optional: Use a facial loofah, sponge, or brush to maximize exfoliation.
Rinse off with warm water.
Enjoy results!
Basic Baking Soda Scrub
Perfect for everyday use.
2 to 3 Tbsp. Baking soda
Small amount of water
Mix the ingredients into a paste.
Using a circular motion, apply to face and gently scrub.
Basic Cornmeal Scrub
Slightly more potent than the baking soda scrub, this works best on a 2 to 3 day interval.
2 to 3 Tbsp. Cornmeal
Small amount of water
Mix and apply in the same manner as baking soda scrub.
Rose Almond Face Scrub
To brighten and soften skin.
1 tsp rosewater
1/2 tsp almond flour or finely ground almonds.
Mix into paste and apply.
Oatmeal Scrub
A stimulating, thoroughly cleansing 3-in-1 scrub!
Smooths, tones, and hydrates.
1 Tbsp. ground oatmeal (use steel cut oats, not instant)
1 tsp. lemon juice
2 tsp. yogurt
Combine and apply.
Optional: let your scrub double as a mask! Let it sit a few minutes before scrubbing and rinsing.
Azuki Bean Scrub
Banish your blackheads. Especially effective for combination and oily skin types.
½ cup dried azuki beans
Grind beans. (Having a small coffee grinder set aside specifically for beauty recipes is a wise idea).
Add a little water to the mixture and apply.
Milk and Honey Scrub
Maximize or minimize its moisturizing effect at will.
Choose your dairy:
1 tsp Skim Milk (Oily skin)
1 tsp 2% Milk (Normal or combination)
1 tsp Cream (Dry)
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp ground almonds
Banana Scrub
A very finely textured, delicious-smelling scrub. Can double as a mask.
2 tsp mashed banana
2 tsp rolled oats
1 tsp milk
1 tsp honey
Honey Sugar Scrub
If you have ever used a body sugar scrub, you know how amazing they are. Work the same magic on your face!
1 tsp. of honey
1/2 tsp. of sugar (either cane or brown — both work well)
Blend in bowl. Apply.
Rinse very thoroughly, as this recipe can be slightly sticky.
Body Scrub and Face
Pumpkin, Sugar, and Spice Scrub
1/2 cup cooked or canned pumpkin, pureed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Blend in a bowl. Apply mixture to face (and body, if you really want to indulge yourself).
The Green Beauty Guide offers this organic recipe:
“Eat Your Greens” Facial Scrub
2 tsp organic wheat bran
2 tbsp organic oatmeal
2 tbsp olive oil soap, finely shredded
1 tsp dried parsley
1 part dried lettuce
Shave your favorite plant oil-based soap.
Grind parsley and lettuce with pestle in mortar. (We have tried this – you can also blend it in a processor).
Add soap shavings and mix thoroughly.
Whisk in the oatmeal and wheat brand and continue stirring until thoroughly mixed
Note: The scrubs listed work for all skin types, unless stated otherwise.
General Scrub Procedure
Tie hair back.
Wash face.
To open pores, steam face over hot water or press warm cloth to skin for a few minutes.
After preparing scrub, apply it to face (and neck if desired). Avoid eye area.
Optional: Use a facial loofah, sponge, or brush to maximize exfoliation.
Rinse off with warm water.
Enjoy results!
Basic Baking Soda Scrub
Perfect for everyday use.
2 to 3 Tbsp. Baking soda
Small amount of water
Mix the ingredients into a paste.
Using a circular motion, apply to face and gently scrub.
Basic Cornmeal Scrub
Slightly more potent than the baking soda scrub, this works best on a 2 to 3 day interval.
2 to 3 Tbsp. Cornmeal
Small amount of water
Mix and apply in the same manner as baking soda scrub.
Rose Almond Face Scrub
To brighten and soften skin.
1 tsp rosewater
1/2 tsp almond flour or finely ground almonds.
Mix into paste and apply.
Oatmeal Scrub
A stimulating, thoroughly cleansing 3-in-1 scrub!
Smooths, tones, and hydrates.
1 Tbsp. ground oatmeal (use steel cut oats, not instant)
1 tsp. lemon juice
2 tsp. yogurt
Combine and apply.
Optional: let your scrub double as a mask! Let it sit a few minutes before scrubbing and rinsing.
Azuki Bean Scrub
Banish your blackheads. Especially effective for combination and oily skin types.
½ cup dried azuki beans
Grind beans. (Having a small coffee grinder set aside specifically for beauty recipes is a wise idea).
Add a little water to the mixture and apply.
Milk and Honey Scrub
Maximize or minimize its moisturizing effect at will.
Choose your dairy:
1 tsp Skim Milk (Oily skin)
1 tsp 2% Milk (Normal or combination)
1 tsp Cream (Dry)
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp ground almonds
Banana Scrub
A very finely textured, delicious-smelling scrub. Can double as a mask.
2 tsp mashed banana
2 tsp rolled oats
1 tsp milk
1 tsp honey
Honey Sugar Scrub
If you have ever used a body sugar scrub, you know how amazing they are. Work the same magic on your face!
1 tsp. of honey
1/2 tsp. of sugar (either cane or brown — both work well)
Blend in bowl. Apply.
Rinse very thoroughly, as this recipe can be slightly sticky.
Body Scrub and Face
Pumpkin, Sugar, and Spice Scrub
1/2 cup cooked or canned pumpkin, pureed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Blend in a bowl. Apply mixture to face (and body, if you really want to indulge yourself).
The Green Beauty Guide offers this organic recipe:
“Eat Your Greens” Facial Scrub
2 tsp organic wheat bran
2 tbsp organic oatmeal
2 tbsp olive oil soap, finely shredded
1 tsp dried parsley
1 part dried lettuce
Shave your favorite plant oil-based soap.
Grind parsley and lettuce with pestle in mortar. (We have tried this – you can also blend it in a processor).
Add soap shavings and mix thoroughly.
Whisk in the oatmeal and wheat brand and continue stirring until thoroughly mixed
REAL PEOPLE REAL ANSWERS EDITION 8
A DAY IN THE LIFE
“Living Naturally You”
Real People Real Answers
Aminah "Salakida" Kali Barry
How old are you?
Me? Age is so passe :-)
Where are you from?
Oakland, CA
What is your occupation?
Singer, Songwriter, Goddess
How would you describe yourself?
Hippie Glam Girl
When did you first decide to become natural?
2000
If there was one word to describe your style what would it be?
Ethereal
Who are some people that inspire you the most?
Prince. Chaka. Jimi. Grace Slick. Joni. Beyonce. Coko. Meelah from 702. Gangstarr. PE. Elaine Brown.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
An inspiration to little girls all over the world with big noses/lips, and nappy hair...oh, and RICH :-)! Filthy.
10. What advice would you give to others who wanted to go natural or live a more natural based lifestyle?
I just want ALL my Sistas to know, wearing your hair natural is not a commitment to being a judgemental social outcast with limited financial/romantic prospects anymore than wearing your hair straight makes you a vapid video whore begging for validation from white people. You are you! I AM passionate about women at very least exploring their natural hair because a lot of us had the choice (relaxed hair as the standard of beauty) made for us before we even knew there was a choice to be made or a standard to meet. It's kind of like having a big booty;we have something uniquely beautiful in our various curl patterns, and ,since you got it, why not flaunt it?
11. What’s your favorite quote?
Today? "The supense is terrible...I hope it lasts..."
- Gene Wilder as Willie Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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