Blatant Subliminals

While many of you are watching the new Fox drama entitled Empire. Which some of you see the portrayal of the typical black stereotypes and the Willie Lynch Letter being acted out on prime time television. There is a blatant subliminal message that they are portraying and that many are overlooking. 

What is that message you ask? Well its the message of ALS in African American Men. Why all of a sudden is there this surge in promoting awareness to this disease? Hmmmm I am not sure. But with the numbers showing that ALS mainly affects Caucasian Men with a study that was done from January 1 2009 to December 31, 2011 neurologist submitted 5,914 case reports and 75% were Caucasian (between the ages of 60-69), 11% Hispanic(50-69 in age), 9.3% African American (between the ages of 50-59) and 3.6% Asian (60-69 in age).

(courtesy of http://www.neurologyreviews.com/the-publication/clinical-news-meeting-coverage-and-literature-monitor/article/als-incidence-varies-by-race-and-ethnicity/6e443d620fd37220f3174a9e4632f1c9.html) 

So with such low numbers amongst African american men, it makes me wonder if they are creating awareness of this disease with the Empire Show and the Ice Bucket Challenge because they are secretly increasing the numbers by intentionally infecting black men with the disease. There was a study done that shows that Gulf War Veterans are twice as likely to develop the disease. 

When research is done on a disease researchers have to recreate it in order to figure out how to come up with a cure. I don’t trust the government when it comes to disease control and cures. As we all know that cancer has been in research for years and reportedly there is no cure. Yet the pharmaceutical industries, radiation treatments and dialysis companies are growing rich exponentially from “extending lives" by way of offering feel good for now drugs and services. 

There is an epidemic in America where they like to keep everyone sick so that companies can profit off your illness. With the Food and Drug Administration being one huge conglomerate that pumps unnatural things into our food and water supply to keep Americans in this perpetual cycle of fake food and dirty water which makes people sick and sick people buy prescription drugs. Wake up and see what the government is cooking (bacon is on the menu LOL but so serious). 

Let’s be more conscious of what we consume in our bodies. Stop eating fake foods and stop making these pharmaceutical companies rich. Leave the pharmacy and seek out your nearest farm-acy. Grow your own foods or find a community garden in your area. Open your eyes and realize the real lies in prescription drugs that only mask the pain for a short amount of time and never heals the underlying cause. Consider this a friendly reminder that what you put in your body comes out in your hair skin and nails. Its really simple to be healthy and drug free. 

Powerful Remarks from Zendaya

Here we go again with yet another ignorant comment about locs in the media by uneducated persons who don't have them.

This is what locs look like when they are "stylish and edgy" (according to rancic)

So apparently Giuliana Rancic thinks that people who wear locs smells like “patchouli oil and weed” and Kelly Osbourne agrees (courtesy of http://www.buzzfeed.com/rachelzarrell/zendaya-wrote-a-powerful-defense-of-her-dreadlocks-after-rac#.cxVAPoVzw). I am curious to know if they actually know anyone or met anyone that has locs. Its quite interesting that same person could say that Kylie Jenner's locs are "stylish and edgy" out of one side of her mouth then turn around and say negative comments about Zendaya's extremely neat faux locs out of the other side of her mouth (LMAO *gives major side eye*). Although, I am elated that Zendaya had such a powerful and educated response to the backlash of her hairstyle choice.  In her response she noted some well-known people in the media who wear the beautiful mane of locs.  She even gave credit to people, whom I had never heard of before, who also choose to wear locs.  I have a new found respect for Zendaya after such an atrocity of negative comments were made during the E! Network Fashion Police show.

This is what locs look like when they "smell like patchouli oil and weed" (according to rancic)

This is another example of how some people are blind to the fact that different is beautiful. As well as beauty stands out of the crowd and refuses to blend in. Locs have always had negative connotations in society. And I believe that my fellow locstars can change this thought pattern. After being at the Bronner Brothers International Hair Show this weekend in Atlanta. I saw some pretty amazing styles and all kinds of people choosing this loc’d look.

I believe that locs should be acceptable everywhere, from schools to corporate America to the Entertainment Industry (outside of rap).   Locs are a statement to one’s own identity and to some are apart of their personality. By rocking your locs out loud no matter if they are dreadlocks or locs, neat or frizzy, freshly styled or no maintenance for several weeks, you stand out in a crowd by means of your mane saying I’m different. Locs and dreadlocks are worn by a gamut of people: students, business professionals, entrepreneurs, entertainers and more. As a community of locstars and dreadheads we have to shatter this ill-advised thought process of negativity. We will not be classified as a generation of misfits because we choose to wear our hair outside of the mainstream. We hold our heads up high, walk with pride and we put our best into anything that we do while achieving greatness.  We are not our hair but we are a positive force to be reckoned with! Locstars and Dreadheads unite!

Rancic issues an apology:

Consultations

Why Consultations Are Important

Ever been to a new stylist and you left unsatisfied with the work? Have you had a first time visit with a stylist that performed below your expectations? Well here are the reasons why it didn't work out for you.


As a client seeking a stylist you should want to interview them prior to that stylist performing services on you. This is an important key factor, as this will allow you insight into their skillset and knowledge level. At the time of a consultation you should seek the following:

1.     Pictures of their work: This will allow you to see their styling abilities and progression photos of their clients.
  

2.     Products used: They should be able to explain to you what products they use and why.

3.     Knowledge of their craft: How well educated are they of the services they provide.

4.     A sense of their work environment: Is it comfortable for you? Is it peaceful, private, and clean?

5.     Obtain a feel of the stylist personality and work ethics: Are they professional, personable, easy going?

By setting up a consultation you will be able to get a better understanding of the stylist providing services. As well as explain what you get for your money. You should feel comfortable in their environment and get all your questions answered. Some clients skip this step and once they get services rendered they are unsatisfied. Going to a stylist that requires a consultation will ensure that you are happy with your hairstyle or maintenance and you are receiving a value for your monies spent. Consultations can range in price from free to upwards of $100.  Sometimes money for consultation can be applied towards services while other stylist charge for their time and knowledge. Either way if you are required to do a consultation usually you will be happy with services and feel much more comfortable with the stylist that will be caring for your tresses. It’s really easy to S.imply K.eep Y.our H.air H.ealthy.