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I have been using this for about five years now and this African black soap shampoo is the most soothing and clarifying for my scalp and hair… I even gift it to friends and family – it is that worth it. And this leave in conditioner works amazing, especially for curly hair detangling. 💆‍♀️🧴Melanin haircare I also tagged the other products I love from them as well: like the deep conditioner and multiuse oil LTKBeauty LTKOver40 LTKFindsUnder50

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Melanin Haircare Multi-Use Softening Leave In Conditioner 16.5 oz / 490 ml | Sephora (US)

Melanin Haircare African Black Soap Reviving Shampoo 16.5 oz / 490 ml | Sephora (US)

Melanin Haircare Plumping Deep Conditioner 14 oz / 414 mL | Sephora (US)

Melanin Haircare Multi-Use Pure Oil Blend 8.25 oz | Sephora (US)

I love this bikini set because it is one of the few affordable swimsuits i could find for larger bust. (Goes up to a 44F cup)

It’s from Victoria’s Secret’s full coverage collection. #swimwear #ltkswim

Cocktail dress with some sparkle and shine! Wore this for the Princess Cruises naming ceremony.

👗 Dress: Size 12

👙 Shapewear: underneath I wore a skims bodysuit/shapewear size L (it is TIGHT bc runs small to keep you cinched in).

👡 Shoes: block heel sandals are Sam Edelman size 8 and comfortable/bunion friendly 😅

👩🏾‍🦱 Type 4a Curly hair: is conditioned with Aussie 3-minute miracle and style with classic eco styler gel. dried with diffuser fully to combat south Florida humid.

Love this one piece surfy swim with hi cut bikini line

Stylish band for Apple Watch (gold)
This is one of the few gold bands that didn’t look cheap or too yellow. I get so many compliments on it and the links are adjustable.

⌚️My watch details:
Apple Watch SE 2nd gen
40mm Aluminum

The stainless steel band fits different sizes and the one i got can fit 38-42mm watches. But there are other colors and options too.

#LTKStyleTip #LTKActive #LTKFindsUnder50

Having lupus and a lot of medications, these are the two products that I 100% rely on. One is a pill organizer that has a morning and night compartment. But isn’t too bulky. And the other is a pill cutter. My doctor is constantly changing my dosages so I need to have a pill cutter on hand in order to adjust. Plus, in the US, this pill cutter is TSA compliant so can fit in my carry-on. When I travel internationally, I put it in my check bag just in case. #Wellness #lupus

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKTravel #LTKHome

Tried Pattern lightweight conditioner to compare to my trusty Melanin Haircare leave in conditioner and i do like it but it doesn’t replace it for me. Pattern also has a strong fragrance. If you’re 4a or looser curl texture this lightweight one works lovely - but try medium, heavy, or intensive for drier, tighter coils, or kinkier hair textures.

I added the different types to this post so you can shop the right one for you. With 3c/4a low porosity hair, i would’ve gone with heavy next time.

I do love that this comes in travel size too. #LTKhair

#LTKFindsUnder50 #LTKBeauty #LTKTravel

I gave in and got the Cecred edge drop to save my hairline 😅… plus Ulta had a sale. is it worth it for my 3c/4a low porosity hair? Let’s see…

#LTKBeauty #LTKOver40

Self-care buys under $10.
✅ silicone scar sheets
✅ scalp massager / shampoo brush
✅ handheld mirror

#LTKBeauty #LTKFindsUnder50

Knotless braids, converted maxi dress into a flowing skirt — all perfect for a day at Versailles, France on our Eurotrip. Dress and top both size L.

#LTKMidsize #LTKStyleTip #LTKFindsUnder50

Summer euro vacation outfit (📍Provence France winery)

👚 basic tee
👗 target tennis skirt
👡 platform wedge espadrilles

#LTKsummer

#LTKShoeCrush #LTKTall #LTKMidsize

Lemon dress in Provence’s sunflower fields. Details below from my France look:

👗 H&M sundress (similar options linked)
👟 cloud sneakers by Soul naturalizer

#EuroSummer

#LTKTravel #LTKSeasonal

Daycation look in Miami. 🌴😌 this outfit is a Simon Miller x Rent the Runway collab but i tagged similar vibes.

👗 dress from Simon Miller x RTR
👒 straw hat from Target
👡 leather sandals from Zara

My biggest tip for planning daycations (where you don’t sleep in the hotel overnight) is to get day passes. You can use apps like resort pass or reach out directly and see if they offer day pass. And if you are a local/senior/AAA you should definitely ask if they offer any discounts.

If you are new here, I love taking daycations and finding ways to enjoy self-care when I am not frolicking the world and indulging in wellness travel.

📍Palms Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach, FL

#LTKTravel #LTKMidsize