I’m a fan of Boucleme haircare. It was probably the first hair care brand I used where all the products worked for me. My curls weren’t weighed down. The curl definition, elasticity and shine were perfection. I’ve used most of their products, including their...
I first tried As I Am a few years ago, when I picked it the Coconut Cowash at a natural hair product exchange. My curls loved the product. There was enough slip to detangle in the bath, and moisturizing enough to make my curls ping. Since then, I’ve tried other...
Two years ago, Vallie was starting her second year nursery (winter baby issue) and I gave her the talk about making friends. After her first year she was still shy and found it tricky to make a firm friend. Then one day she came home with several little friends, who I...
It’s been several years since I’ve used Rhassoul clay in block form as a hair treatment. One of my favourite conditioners contains Rhassoul clay, but its a soft creamy mixture. I was intrigued by the new product of Mane Divas had created, Sea Hearts. When I trialled...
We’ve been visiting Mayfield Lavender Farm in Banstead for the past six years. Lil Vallie was only a bump back then. It’s become part of our summer family time rituals. Walking along the lavender lanes, the view was breath-taking. The fragrance was at once heady...
A few days ago, hubby pulled up some ole videos of our kids. While looking at them, it finally sunk in… we didn’t have babies anymore. We all had a giggle at their tumbles, spills and baby babble. What an eye opener for Valentina, though. She often gets frustrated...
