5 Ways to Upgrade Your Lifestyle!

We as African American women balance very busy lives. Among us are stay at home moms, entrepreneurs and professionals.  Yes,we all make choices that determine our unique lifestyle. However, we aren't always conscious of the choices that we make when we are always on the go.

















Here are 5 ways to Upgrade your Lifestyle


1. Give yourself 5 minutes to unwind. Turn off your cell, get into a comfortable position and don't think about anything! Give your mind permission to take a break, breathe deeply, and remember that you are a precious, important part of your life. Peace of mind is priceless, cultivate it daily.

2. Find ways to share your gifts with the world. Each one of us has something to give. Volunteer for a charitable cause, teach someone a new skill or inspire children with your life story. Listen to how you can find practical ways to give back.

3. Put your Spirit First. Sometimes we go so fast giving ourselves away to everything and everybody else that we forget about our spiritual practices and needs. Your spirit is important so pay attention to the signs your spirit gives you. Neglect comes in forms or pain, and chaos so Pay Attention Inside Now.

4. Take a little time to Read the Ingredients on Your Hair, Skin and Body Products. Pay particular attention to the first 4 to 5 ingredients. The formula shows the highest percentage ingredient first the the least amount last. Sulfates, petroleum, chemicals and synthetics are not worthy of your beauty rituals.

5. Express your Creativity. Whether you like to paint or write a little poem. Do it! There is freedom in the art of expression.  Create something beautiful and reflect on it often.

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Ashley

Indigofera Holistic Beauty Team

Ways to Wear Natural Hair While Experienceing Thinning

One of our Radiant Beauties following our Indigofera Beauty Blog replied to our post on Transitioning from Relaxed to Natural Hair- The Indigofera Way and asked, What are the best styles for rocking natural hair when experiencing thinning?

Great Question!

The Answer is….Curls! Curls! Curls!

Try styles that give your hair the illusion of maximum volume!

Curls can make any Tranisitioning Beauty feel fashionable, fun and free!

Loose Twists, Flat Twists Twist outs, Curl Sets, Curly Afros

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Tips for Managing Thinning Hair

Avoid

Tight and pulling styles such as braids sew ins pony tails and buns

Excessive

Heat

Brushing and Combing

Stress!

Address Thinning with Plant based beauty rituals!!

Use the Organic Hair Souffle for your lusrious shiny twists and twist outs.




Also For Intensive Scalpcare, use the Botanical Hairdress on temples, edges and other thinning areas.

Thank you to our Natural Haired Beauty, Michele G for her comment, and feel free to browse indigofera.com for more information on products by Style, Concern and Hair Pattern.

 
Be Radiantly Beautiful,


Ashley

Indigofera Holistic Beauty Team

 

Noyek's Natural Hair Journey- A radiant road

Hello Radiant Ones!

Noyek here! I wanted to stop in a minute and update you on my hair journey, its going rather pleasant. How about yours? In particular, I must say that the switch to Indigofera's real plant-based hair ritual has been one of the best decisions of my life. Not only for my natural hair, but as well for my overall health. It's helped kicked off a chain of positive, overall (mental, spiritual and physical) events. The body, from the crown of your head to the soles of your feet deserve quality ingredients to produce quality results.

Harsh chemicals, and watered down chemicals for that matter cannot be good in any manner. I've started with my hair care. Trust me, your locs, curls, coils and fros deserves the best that's offered. Better hair care equals better results. I have 4C hair, knotted ends used to wreak havoc on my hair. I've noticed less kinks (the bad kind, tangled ends), more definition in my curl pattern, much softer and manageable hair.

Who would had ever thought? I sure didn't! But the beauty of knowledge is: once you learn better, you do better! Am I right or am I right?

Be Radiantly Beautiful,

Noyek

The CEO of Indigofera Beauty

Chanelle Washington, MBA



Author. Speaker. Beauty Expert


{CEO: Indigofera / Editor: MyNaturalStyles.com}

Chanelle Washington is the visionary businesswoman behind Indigofera, a national beauty wellness and lifestyle company. As a driven CEO, her passion for nutruing self care, holistic beauty and small business, shines through in all of her products and presentations. Since her launch in 2000, she has grown her Indie beauty brand into a recognizable household name, using, social media, quality ingredients and creativity to propel Indigofera into new markets and higher heights.






Chanelle's expertise lies at the intersection of beauty, balance, wellness, and entrepreneurship. As a speaker, Chanelle shares the benefit of her experience and insight through her signature "The Business of Beauty" Workshop Series and DVD’s, monthly seminars and teleconferences, and advanced training modules within the Indigofera Institute™. She is an inspiring speaker, authentically connecting and engaging with audiences from all walks of life. Her keen observation, life experience, style and enthusiasm brings an innovative edge and passion to her speeches, seminars, keynotes and lectures.









As a sought after speaker and conference facilitator, She has been featured at events sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. (Rho Theta Omega Chapter), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., The Power Networking™ Conference (sponsored by Frasernet.com), Work It Girl Career & Business Expo (sponsored by Pnk Dot Concepts), The School District of Philadelphia, Mocha Moms (African American parenting support group) and the Baltimore Natural Hair Care Expo. Her recent press and media appearances include BET.com BET Honors My Red Carpet, Miss Black Maryland, The Coil Review and Black Enterprise Blog .






Chanelle is an accomplished businesswoman, and bootstrapping entrepreneur. She built her company on the foundation of outstanding customer service and and unique and appealing products.She used word of mouth marketing and referrals to transition from vending events, to a retail boutique and hair studio to a national beauty brand with products, books and continuing education centered around holistic beauty. It takes leadership to develop a vision of success, and Chanelle has cemented her role as a leader in the natural haircare industry. She has spent hundreds of hours presenting at beauty expos, training stylists, coaching entrepreneurs and most importantly mentoring the next generation of aspiring beauty professionals. Over the last decade, Chanelle has invested the time, energy and resources it takes to make her vision for Indigofera a reality!






A Philadelphia native, Chanelle grew up with many creative, cultural and entrepreneurial influences. As a woman who has been intrigued by holistic healing, science, nature, aromatherapy and wellness, she studied constantly to develop her expertise. Committed to continual educational and professional development, Chanelle earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with honors from Temple University in 1998, and a Master of Business Administration from University of Phoenix in 2009. She is a proud member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nurses.






What she learned from universities, research and testimonials from real women about the mind, body, spirit connection, led her to create the first Indigofera collection in 2000 "treasures for body, mind &; soul”, full of nourishing aromatic body care. Currently her best sellers are: Organic Hair Souffle, Savannah Shea Body Balm and Hydrating Skin Crème. In September 2006, she took another leap of faith by introducing the Indigofera Natural Hair &; Skin Studio, which developed a strong and loyal following in the Delaware Valley region. She approaches beauty from a holistic perspective, encouraging all women to 'Be Radiantly Beautiful'!






Chanelle Washington’s reputation for excellence has gained her entrance to and exposure in a myriad of forums and business settings. In 2005 she was chosen from a group of innovative entrepreneurs to represent all of Philadelphia in the “Verizon Realize” Ad Campaign. In 2006 Indigofera and HR Energy co-sponsored “Success Habits” a national empowerment tour with noted speaker and author Wil Cason and in the same year, The Philadelphia Natural Hair Conference at the Philadelphia Convention Center featured Chanelle as a panelist and prominent presenter. She has been a sought after exhibitor and presenter for the Baltimore Natural Hair Care Expo since 2007.






As an entrepreneurial maven and beauty expert, Chanelle is also the author of two books, “Seven Gems for Entrepreneurial Success,” published in 2006 and "Reflections of Radiant Beauty", published in 2009; She is currently working on the second edition of "Reflections of Radiant Beauty" to be released in 2011. Her core clientele include professional wonen, celebrities and entrepreneurs across the U.S., the Caribbean, and Europe. Chanelle avidly believes in supporting charitable causes and reinvesting in community. Indigofera is a proud supporter of the Sickle Cell Association of the Delaware Valley and other noteworthy initiatives. Her in-demand consulting, sold out speaking engagements and signature plant-based hair and skin care line, is all apart of her commitment to wellness. She continues to garner positive testimonials, satisfied customers, and adoring audiences as she shares the the gift of Radiant Beauty with the world!






Contact her http://www.indigofera.com/

A word from the Founder, Chanelle Washington MBA:






"Creating Indigofera and our spectrum of beauty products grew out of my understanding of holistic beauty, spirituality and science. I love the joy of blending exotic butters, moisture rich nutrients, uplifting essential oils and fragrant herbs. There is so much energy, dedication and attention that goes into each product we make. Its an exciting and fulfilling process and my clients love the results! My Indigofera philosophy is something I now share with others who have a passion to deliver a tranquil transformative experience. I've spent the last ten years helping my clients dive into the remarkable world of natural, holistic beauty and rediscover the benefits of natural healing. My new book "Reflections of Radiant Beauty" gives you the tools to embrace the Indigofera philosophy from wherever you are. "Reflections of Radiant Beauty" contains over 100 pages of tutorials, reflections and affirmations on the holistic lifestyle. You'll learn everything you need to start living in tune with your body and the natural world. Enjoy the gift of Radiantly Beauty!"









Monica O. Montgomery


Publisher &; Editor In Chief


Arete Magazine: Generosity as a Lifestyle!


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