Product Review for Miss Tee's Beauty Products

Finally! I have found some natural hair products to call my own. Miss Tee’s Beauty Products are exactly what a natural girl like myself needs. I had the opportunity to try the Herbal Shampoo and Misty Hair Spray.

 I have had my Sisterlocks for over the last three years and it has been tough finding a suitable shampoo that would not harm my hair but will also help my hair lock. So when I came across the Herbal Shampoo, I could not wait to give it a try. I love trying new but inexpensive products and this shampoo definitely did not disappoint. I loved the light scent; it was not overbearing or too light. Afterwards, my hair felt very clean and refreshed.

As for the Misty Spray, I have fallen head over heels in love. I was previously searching for a hair spray for my locs. I did not want to try the traditional hair sprays for fear that they may contain harsh chemicals or not be suitable for Sisterlocks. I also did not want my loctician coming after me for damaging her precious work J.  So when I was sent the Misty Spray sample, I literally jumped for joy. I love being able to get a couple of quick spritz’ in after I style my hair or if I need to refresh before running out the door. The Lavender oil, Rosemary oil, and Peppermint oil provide a fresh and soothing scent and a great pick me up while your in-between shampoos sessions. 

Here is a quick recap of both products.

Herbal Shampoo

Positives                                                            

                                     -Assists hair with locking process                                                          

-No harsh chemicals                                                                                

-Inexpensive-$8.00

-Light scent

-Leaves hair clean, soft, and manageable

Negatives

          

-Does not provide much lather-This can be taken care of              

by pouring some of the shampoo into a spray bottle.

Misty Spray

Positives                                                            

-No harsh chemicals                                                                    

-Inexpensive-$6.95

-Light scent and weight (Will not weigh hair down or make it greasy)

-Great fragrance

-Great for on the go and in-between shampoos

Negatives

-Sometimes the spray bottle will clog and prevents it from working correctly. 

-Addictive! (Lol) I found myself running out very quickly because I always carry the bottle with me just in case. 

To learn more about these or other products by Miss Tee’s Beauty Products or to purchase online please visit: http://www.naturalhairexpressions.com/shop/.

Thank you and please feel free to leave comments or share your personal experiences.

‘Stay Natural and Proud’

-Delesa J

 *Pictures courtesy of http://www.naturalhairexpressions.com/shop/. 

Love & Happiness-Find Your's Now!

Hey Sonny Essence Readers,

I'm truly living and loving life right now. So I wanted to share a great article on how to: Find Your Own Happiness. We all have our ups and downs but let's not let that hinder our happiness. Whether it's your job (or boss), kids, significant others, friends, haters, etc it's time for you to learn how to bypass the stress and run to your happiness. So please read and pass on the information, even if you don't need it, someone else you know does. Let's spread some Love & Happiness!

Author: Joan Borysenko, PhD

Written for: Prevention

Steps on the True Path to Happiness

Be with the ones you love So there I was at Andrei and Nadia's wedding, visiting with relatives I hadn't seen in years. Such a rare pleasure, because they live thousands of miles away. But research shows time with loved ones is a primary source of fulfillment.

Care about your work Finding your work meaningful and having a sense of commitment to it not only makes you less prone to feeling stress on the job, but also promotes success--and happiness. That's true whether you're searching for a cure for cancer or building cars on an assembly line--you can look at it as just a paycheck, or as your life's work. Cultivating a sense of purpose can increase your satisfaction with your job and your life.

Maintain your health It's easy to take health for granted until you don't have it anymore. But it turns out that the healthier you are, the more likely you are to be happy. The obvious moral is that you'll be happier if you eat right, exercise, get preventive care, and reduce your stress level.

Have regular sex Physical intimacy is a key contributor to happiness, found a study by Dartmoutheconomist David Blanchflower, PhD, and Andrew Oswald, PhD, of England's University of Warwick. Married people report 30% more sex than singles, which may be one reason they also report being happier.

Ask about other people's experience Will that vacation in Huatulco, that used Audi, or that cute guy who you just found out is thrice divorced make you happy? Sometimes the answer is right under your nose, but you're just too proud (or convinced of your own uniqueness) to ask. Harvard psychologist Daniel Gilbert, PhD, and his research partner Timothy Wilson, PhD, at the University of Virginia, call our imaginative jaunts into future feelings "affective forecasting." They've discovered that asking people who have been there and done that a question like, "What was it like being married to Max?" or "How is it working in an ER?" leads to more accurate forecasting.

Practice altruism Helping other people is one of the most effective ways to boost your self-esteem, research shows. That, in turn, uncorks a whole bottle of brain hormones and can lead to happiness, health, and well-being. His Holiness the Dalai Lama speaks of altruism as enlightened selfishness, because it ultimately serves your own happiness.

Become part of a community Whether you're deeply involved with a religious group, a civic organization, or an athletic team, a feeling of strong community is one of the most important paths to happiness. One of the perks of living in my small town is that simply taking a walk is a community experience. I know my neighbors care about me, and they know that I care about them.

At the end of the day, joy comes from experiencing ourselves as part of a larger, meaningful whole. Accumulating material things won't get you there. Living the life of the heart is the authentic way to pursue happiness.

Tips to up your happiness quotient

Volunteer your time and energy. The upcoming holiday season means that there's an increased need for people to serve meals, raise funds, and visit the sick or needy.

Think of three people you love and haven't connected with lately. Get in touch and, if at all possible, make plans to see them.

Feeling lonely? Find a group to join, whether it's a book club, a religious organization, or a community chorus.

"You may one day wake up to a new reality"-Delesa J

~ Delesa J