April 2014 Celebrating Women
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What’s Inside Page 3 Let’s Talk Hair Healthy Hair Conference Page 4 MahoganyCurlsTM Page 5 Daviece of 54 Dates to a Mate Page 6 Coming Soon! Page 7 Jackie’s Hair Story
Jackie’s Hair Story As a child I wore the typical little black girl hairstyles. You know, the two strand twist pigtails with berets or ball hair ties at the ends or beads all over. Don’t forget the infamous back half down with a ponytail on top and curled bang in the front style. My mom also experimented with cornrows and single braids on my head. As I got older I became “too grown” for little girl hairstyles. I received my first relaxer eleven years ago at the age of ten. Relaxers became a normal part of my hair routine and were put in by my mother or a hair salon once a month. I would only go to the hair salon for special occasions and holidays. After a few years of relaxers I began to experience hair loss. I had a bald patch the size of my fist in the left back side of my head that was as smooth as a baby’s bottom. I was embarrassed because I couldn’t wear ponytails and I was always afraid that someone could see it when I tilted my head down. It was my sophomore year of high school when I decided to stop getting relaxers. I didn’t know what I was going to do and I was nervous about what my family would have to say about it. You would think that I had told my mother that I was going to bleach my skin when I told her that I didn’t want to get my hair relaxed anymore. (story continued on carmellamarie.com) 7
Most recently featured by Lucky, Ebony and Essence Magazines, Fusion TV (a partner of ABC) LA Talk Live Radio, and a host of other blogs and media outlets, Jessica Lewis, best known as MahoganyCurls™, has captured the attention and the hearts of the natural hair community worldwide. With more than 22 million total YouTube channel views, a collective social media audience of nearly 500,000 and invitations from natural hair events worldwide, the native of Macon, GA continues to encourage naturals to love and embrace what God has given them. From the big chop and teeny weeny afro, to the curly girl method, blowouts, and more, naturals are inspired by MahoganyCurls'™ tutorials and candid reviews as she shares her experiences with the multitude of available natural hair care products, seeking to demystify natural hair fears. “It takes a lot of confidence to wear your natural hair and you must be prepared for feedback from your family and friends, both good or bad. Seek out those that have also transitioned to natural hair, and share your thoughts about your journey with like-minded naturals. Be inspired to wear your natural hair with flair!” - Jessica Lewis, MahoganyCurls™ 4
54 Dates To a Mate is a year long project where I go out on one date per weekend (+2) in effort to attract a super awesome guy who I could possibly one day spend the rest of my life with. Following each date, I will do a date review and share how the date went on my blog. A local restaurant in Richmond Virginia will sponsor each date. So not only will you get to hear about my blind date adventures, you will also hear about some really great dating spots here in the city. As a hairdresser, I witness firsthand, (yes even in 2013), too many women standing on the sidelines instead of jumping in and playing the game called life. So with the success of this initiative, yes I do believe I will meet Mr. Right. But I would also like to use this project as a platform to inspire women everywhere to have the courage to embark on their own personal journeys and to follow their own dreams – whether its finding their dream guy, going after that promotion, or standing up for themselves in some other way.
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Coming Soon Hair Clinic The Carmella Marie Hair Clinic can be thought of as a check up for your hair. Even though people are aware of the problems they encounter with their hair, too many people do not know how to fix those problems. The number of salons that incorporate natural hairstylists into their shops are on the rise, and we want to partner with them in order to increase the chances of clients obtaining healthy hair. What we will do Inform you about what you can to do to potentially fix your hair problems Inform you about our products that may help you with that particular problem(s). The Hair Clinic will take place at All in One Beauty Shop located on 3420 Market Street Youngstown, Ohio 44507 Sunday April, 27 2-4 p.m. The Hair-Towel After washing our hair, the first thing we reach for is a towel to dry it. However, what most people do not realize is that the fibers from the towel pull at your hair. This can lead to more split ends and unnecessary sheading. The Carmella Marie Hair-Towel is made of 94% cotton and 6% spandex. With its smooth surface, the CM Hair-Towel will dry your hair without snagging your curls. The towel is approximately 2.5 feet by 1.5 feet for $19.99 and will be available May 31, 2014. Reminder: Pop-Up Shop May 31, 2014 Call 234-201-5310 (Call to RSVP)
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“Let’s Talk Hair” Healthy Hair Show & Conference When: September 27th, 2014 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Where: The Deyor Performing Arts Center Featured Guests: MahoganyCurlsTM and Daviece of 54 Dates Admission: General $40 (Members Only Early Bird Special $25) VIP $100 (Members Early Bird Special $60) Elite $225 (Members Early Bird Special $150) General Admission $40 Includes Admission, Program Book & Commemorative Carmella Marie Arm Bracelet VIP $100 (Limited) Includes Reserved Seating, Reserved Parking, Saturday Evening Dinner and a chance to meet and network with our special guest speakers MahoganyCurlsTM, 54Dates’ Daviece and many others; Program Booklet & Special Edition CM Shirt Elite $225 (Limited) Includes Assigned Seating, Valet Parking, Special Edition CM Shirt & Program Book, Saturday Evening Dinner, Special Pre Conference Event “Girls Night Out” with MahoganyCurlsTM, 54 Dates’ Daviece & other CM Friends (Friday 9/26/14); Girls’ Night Out includes: Facial, Massage, Manicure, Food Fun & Networking For Tickets and Group Rates (10 or more) Call (234) 201-5310
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