Queen How To Do A Quick Date Look
SLAYBYKCCOMESTICS
FIT IS FABULOUS HEALTH TIPS FOR 2018
Issue II
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BE CONFIDENT EMBRACE YOUR CROWN BE A QUEEN NATURAL HAIR PRODUCTS FOR 3A AND 4C HAIR
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I. Editor’s Letter 6 BEYouInHD 8
K.Katrice
10 SlayByKC 12 Kystal Schley 16 Shonte Cherry 20 Akea Pearson 22 QueenSpeak
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24 TrueVision 28 MyOwnIdol 30 Tracie Roberts 32
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Takiera Richardson
34 Jazmin Clark Guest Features 14 QueenSmitty 18 MakeUpBy Mika 27 Fit Is Fabulous
Editor’s Letter
Welcome to 2018 queens it’s a new year,new opportunities, and a new chapter in your life.
JAN 2018
Last year was the start of Queener magazine, this year we are stepping up and out. What a journey this has been with starting a magazine and working with women in different areas.As for myself being blessed with the opportunity to bring women together is one of my main purposes for this magazine. As women we don’t stand together as we should, but when we do amazing work is made. I have seen women with similar passions network and build relationships with one another.I am blessed to be able to get to know each woman I feature and learn why they do what they do. I was touched to hear some of the hardships these women have overcome. This magazine is more than these women being featured it is about the lives we impact with telling each of these women stories.
I want my readers to be inspired and touched by testimonies.We all have a story to share that can help someone who is where we were. The journey you’re on is bigger than you, so be blessed with your setbacks and detours along the way.This is more than a magazine this is a platform to show women in the light where they deserve.Each one of these women has been tested on their journey, but kept going. No matter what obstacles come our way be bold, be brave and have faith that you’ll get through it.I hope you enjoy Issue II see you all in April.
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“I own my story and the way it’s told.”
Halimah DeOliveira
BEYOUINHD
Halimah DeOliveria is a life coach, speaker, and author. DeOliveria is a woman on a mission to build up, empower, and encourage women in high definition.Three years ago she hit a turning point in her life, which made her realize she wasn’t living true to herself. Today she embraces herself a Muslim woman who has been champion of the Hijab movement.As a respected brand with 1 year in the business, she has taught women things about themselves they didn’t know. She has written two books and touched under 700 hundred lives with her brand.Her goal in 2018 is to help one million people through social media and online vehicles.As a skilled Life Coach, she continues to channel women to bring out their Boldness in every shape and form.Her work doesn’t stop there she has gotten opportunities to volunteer for one of her idol the great Eric Thomas.
She was also blessed to interview with beautiful Lisa Nicholas. Halimah is a host of her podcast where she talks about a dialogue of faith and impacts it has on different women. Her brand continues to thrive and grow as she expands with a Play releasing March 24th.
@BeYouInHD
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Perseverance “It’s just me sharing the love of God”
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alking by faith praise and worship leader Kaneesha Cubbage shares the love of God with the world releasing her EP “Grace Upon Grace.” In the process, she struggled with being in her own way and criticizing her ability. Cubbage didn’t let it discourage her more so fuel the passion inside of her. Being strongly devoted to God has allowed her to take personal time grow bonds with young ladies encouraging them to think bigger than who they are. aShe is invested in spreading love and inspiring people through her music. Be on the lookout because in 2018 she will be performing at the Soar awards.
@K.Katrice
Singer
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LayByKC In 2017 CEO Kelsey Chambers introduced the new and improved SlayBKCXSL to the world. Chambers having the mentality of always wanting to be a boss did her research helping her began the process.Starting with herself she changed her mindset helping herself to be able to help other women.Coming out of a dark place in her life trying to find who she was molded her to be who she is.
@sbkccosmetics
The purpose of her brand is to give women the self-love they need.She wants to make them happy within themselves. She makes up line has given women the glow up and adds glamorous products to their collection.
“I feel like women should empower each other.”
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Kystal Schley
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‘‘Sew the Seed of Self Love in
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Every hardship placed on your path will later help you to help someone else.In 2012 Krystal reached a breaking point in her life which made her question her purpose. A year later she received her epiphany that reassured acceptance of who she is.She encourages women to stop placing barriers in their lives.Also to stop trying to live up to other people’s standards.
She tries to instill a mindset of “You are what you think” into young girls and women.In hopes that her story will help young girls suffering from low self-esteem speak out.She reminds herself that even in her lowest state God will remember her. Her brand has been a symbol of that.
allowing her to be in a position to transform mindset and lives.Today Krystal stands proudly in knowing who she is and acknowledges where she been.She is on the mission to inspire and take as many people with her.
@Krystals_are4ever
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QUEENSMITTY My name is Kayla, MOTHER, student, and a service member. I have been natural since August of 2014 I decided to go natural after many years of heat damage it was time for a change. . My hair curl type is 3c4a so my curls are tight but extremely soft when dry it becomes thick and coarse. 4a is a more coarse curl pattern. I classify under both.
What kinds of Products are best for your texture hair ?
Products that I have fallen in love with Aunt Jackie’s Curls and Coils line. My go to products from that line are the Oh So Clean Shampoo, In Control Conditioner, and the Curl La La moisturizer which can be used for braid outs, twist outs, and bantu knots. My favorite leave in conditioner is by Mielle Organics Pomegrante and Honey line and I also love the Twisting Soufflé . Keeping my hair HYDRATED WATER IS MY BESTFRIEND. People forget that step its not only the products that matter but making sure you hair is hydrated with water. You don’t have to drown your hair with water. Make sure you don’t forget it then apply your products. My go to Co Wash is by LOTTA BODY cheap and inexpensive co wash. I do not shampoo my hair every wash day to prevent stripping my hair of its natural oils. A CoWash is not as harsh as regular shampoo. My favorite gel is the Eco Style Black Castor & Flaxseed Gel. It doesn’t flake in my hair and my hair feel so soft after applying it. My favorite Edge Control it’s a tie between the MANE CHOICE, and BEESWAX edge control. They are both amazing.
TIPS 1 Deep conditioning your hair every week is a must. 2 Detangle your hair while wet or with some type of detangling product to avoid breakage. 3 Trim your ends or allow a professional to.
Quick Date Night Hair Style
Apply leave in conditioner to your hair as a moisturizer. Use the comb to create middle or side part. (I prefer a Middle Part for this look)Apply the gel to your hair and begin to smooth out your hair with a brush making sure each side of your hair is smoothed out to put in a ponytail. Secure your hair in a ponytail with the hair ties and make a small bun.
Natural Hair 101
Products Needed: Leave in Conditioner Gel Comb Weave ( I used synthetic hair SENSUAL COLLECTION SUPER WAVE 1B) Hair ties at least 3-4 Bobby Pins Brush
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What I Know Now “I am glad to own who God has called me to be.” Shonte Cherry is an Author, Creative writing coach, and relationship blogger on a quest to liberate and free other women from unworthiness. Cherry’s faith in God leads her to lean on him to guide her to her true purpose. Her purpose is to heal and give hope to women. She taps into her greatness with creating a book called “Brave”about the everyday woman on a journey to discover herself. She creates this character Athea who is on a spiritual journey who gets caught up with chasing men meanwhile God is chasing her. With guidance from God and a professional editor, she completed “Brave”. She has faced some challenges of fear and the negativity of others, but she overcame it. Alongside being an author she is a creative writing coach who provides help to others.
Her wisdom and knowledge have brought her to impact women on trusting in God to guide them on their journey. Her strength stems from prayer and her daughter who motivates her to strive and keep going no matter the circumstance. Shonte in is a woman who stands proud calling and owns her creativity.Using what she knows now she continues to help women realize their worth and steer them in the right direction with her blog “OhHeyGirlfriend.”This journey she on is far from over, so be on the lookout for her in 2018.
@author_scherry
“I wanted more women to know how brave we are.�
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Shonte Cherry
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MakeUpByMika
Mika Bonney is the face behind MakeupByMika, a brand that has been servicing the Tri-State area for several years with makeup services primarily and, more recently, eyelash extensions. Furthermore, she is not limited to the TriState area, as she is very well traveled and cultured. This has allowed her talent to transcend beyond color, tone, and shape. Her travels have given her the opportunity to experience and acquire skill of different techniques suited for any skin tone, feature, or facial shape.
The goal behind MakeupByMika is to ensure that each client feels like the best version of themselves from start to finish. Her mantra, “it’s more than just a makeup application; it’s a feeling and an experience”, reigns true with the reaction of each client’s results.
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How to do a quick date night look?
What kind of primer should I use if my skin is oily? Being a victim of oily skin myself, I have been through hell and back trying different primers that will subdue my excessive oil and allow my makeup application to flourish throughout the day. My secret weapon that I use for my oily skin is Milk if Magnesia the original formula! That’s right, I said it! I use the constipation relief medication as a face primer!
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A great skin care product for most skin types (normal, oily, combination) is the Biore Deep Charcoal Cleanser. Not only is it affordable at $6 on average but it works like a charm. This deep pore cleanser de-clogs your pores, removing dirt and oil, leaving you with fresh clean skin. I use this product daily for my pore up keep.
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One important beauty occasion that we sometimes overlook are Date Nights! Regardless of if you’re usually a simplistic girl or a everyday glam chick, date nights are a great occasion to beat your face. On my YouTube, www.Youtube.com/ MakeupByMikaa1, I have a great quick date night look that I created especially for a daytime to nighttime date that my man and I went on. It was soft enough for my more natural babes yet
What’s a good skin care product/products to keep my skin intact for the perfect look?
How do I figure out my foundation color? The best way I would advise someone in figuring out their foundation color is to test the perspective shade in-store before purchase and match it to your face, chest and back of your hand.
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Prosperity
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Akea’s Heart Inc
“Its not about the mistakes you make it about what you do after them.”
woman who turned her pain into purpose. In 2017, Akea Pearson started a non- profit organization called Akea’s Heart Inc which builds up the youth in the community of Philadelphia with encouragement and guidance.Pearson has served over 500 youth giving them advice on staying on the right track in life. She is pushing for her organization to become a residential center for the youth helping them with finding jobs and a
safe haven.
She is the author of “Mommy Wake Up” about a young girl who watched her mother be abused. Akea at a young age lost her mother to domestic violence.Her strong passion for helping the youth and raising awareness about domestic violence has earned her numerous opportunities. Opportunities to speak at youth centers, schools, radio and appearances on news stations. Her determination for change continues to grow with the start of a community outreach program for young girls in the Philadephia area. Her dedication to change is well known in her community.
@akeasheartinc
Akea Pearson
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“It’s about who you are to Yourself ” Mariah Hill is the founder of a non- profit organization called “QueenSpeak” giving young girls confidence and self-worthiness.Helping them to feel comfortable she opens up to the girls letting them know how she battled with depression, low self-esteem, and being where they are.Hill strives to give the young girls in her community hope and inspire them to speak out about what they are feeling. In 2107 started an annual black girl magic
event. The event gives young girls the experience to hear women who have been where they are.The impact of her events and her strive for healing these young girls has open doors to other opportunities for her.As she grows her brand her drive to better the young girls in her community brightens.
@QueenSpeak
QueenSpeak
Mariah Hill
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“Inspiring people to be Healthier has been a huge accomplishment” From a dancer to a Fitness trainer Antoinette stays true to herself with starting her brand “Truevision” which encourages people of all ages to have a healthier lifestyle.After years of struggling with what path she wanted to take she finally figured out what she was destined for.Even though she is a fitness trainer she pushes her clients to stay true to what they want in life. Her work has shown her dedication and has impacted her clients in amazing ways.
She admires the changes she has brought upon herself and those she has helped grow confidence in who they are. Her ambition keeps her focusing on taking her brand to higher levels.Antoinette’s vision is still blossoming along with her new true vision clothing line.
@Truevision
Antoinette Williams
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Fit Is Fabulous Health Tips 2018
When it comes to fitness we have to find what works for us and our personal body shape.Here are a few tips to get you started.
1 Empower yourself to workout. 2 Workout out your full body 3 Drink more water 4 Limit when and what you eat.
5 Be Consistent 6 Eat more Proteins 7 Don’t Stress
Evelyn Clark “Everything I do is for my family”
MY Evelyn Clark becomes her own idol with creating her brand “MyOwnIdol� which encourages young adults and gives them self-confidence.Clark focuses on giving back to her community with her brand. As a strong advocate of unity, she spreads positivity among women. She is also a mother involved with helping her kids and striving to succeed for them.She has been apart of giving back events such as diaper, student, and hurricane drives.In the future, she hopes to have a local store where people can meet her and enjoy her products as well.
OwnIdol
@my.own.idol
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Tracie Roberts “I had to put myself first because if i’m able to take care of myself ,I am able to take care of my kids.”
TracieTakeOver
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racie is a walking testimony of how fitness can change your life mentally, spiritually, and physically. Building up the strength to walk which allowed her to lose 100 pounds. Taking the leap into fitness has molded her to be healthier for herself and kids. She embraces who she is becoming and stands proudly in her skin.On her journey, she has struggled with bipolar depression, which encouraged her to write her book “Mommy is this my fault?”
A book told from a child’s perspective on dealing with a parent who has bipolar depression. Speaking out telling her story has impacted women to be healthy mentally and physically. Tracie is also a mother who every chance she gets involves her children in what she lives to do. Her perseverance has allowed her to host a training class and collaborate with great individuals.This January she launched her clothing line “Pretty and Strong”.A clothing line revolved around women and girl feel beautiful.
@traciestakeover
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“I paint for my Culture”
Takiera Richardson “I want my artwork to speak to people” A woman who turned to art for comfort now paints for a purpose. After the tragedy of a losing her cousin, Takiera turned to art for peace of mind. Richardson now paints for the black culture helping them remember their roots. Richardson creates powerful pieces that speak to people hoping that women see themselves in her artwork. Afer the creation of her brand “ArtyouTalkingtoTee”, she has become more humbled and mindful. Although she does artwork her message is deeper.Since she struggled with doubting herself and overcame it, she wants young girls to believe in themselves. Her courage to believe in herself has gotten her more than she could ask for.
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“Don’t let the struggle of life stop you from doing what you love”
Hair Guru
Jazmin Clark
TressesByParis
She Slay,She Lays, and She Cares
Jazmin Clark a mother trying to be the best example for her daughter. Clark created “healthy hair Elixir.” inspired by her daughter Paris. After testing out different products for her daughter’s hair and them failing, she finally decided to create her own.Elixir is a natural hair care product that helps to lock in moisture and stems hair growth. It has also worked miracles for skin cleaning up razor bumps, craters, and acme.
“When I’ve done something good for someone it makes me feel good.”
Trusting her process she puts her all into her brand “TressesByParis” helping her clients to love the outcome of the products. She is working on the launch for her next products from natural hair care brand.Being blessed with a few gifts she will be releasing this year.She is focusing on her business and how she can make it bigger in the next couple of years.
@TressesByParis
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