Cultured in Media

With prior success with the no heat challenge, ( see this post ), I decided to start a "No Heat Challenge" for 30 days. The last time that I used heat on my hair was February 14 for Valentine's day. But for the sake of my followers, I wanted to motivate those on a healthy hair journey to challenge yourself to give up all direct heat for 30 days.   After the first 30 days, feel free to continue on with the second part with is the 60 day challenge (just another 30 days at the conclusion of the first challenge). Let's start this challenge on 5/12/19.  Take starting pictures of your current length. No measuring allowed during the challenge. Again, no direct heat (flat irons, curling irons, straightening combs, blow dryers, etc...) are not allowed during this challenge. However, hooded dryers can be used to dry hair with roller-sets, or wraps.  Who's ready? I will post a picture of my current length in the following post. If you would like to follow

Ming Lee Simmons, daughter of Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons is far from the pretty little girl most of us used to see on TV. Instead, she blossomed into a beautiful 19 year-old young lady. Happy Birthday, Ming Lee!  

Guess who decided to make a statement on the gram? None other than Basketball Wives' Star, Jackie Christie. If you are unfamiliar with who Ms. Christie is, she's known as the bold, crazy one on the show. Fearless to try new looks and naturally be who she truly is. So this new look did not come as a big surprise. What do you think about it?

As a young girl, I never understood why grown women had so many standards when dating. I used to think once an attraction was mutual, everything else could be worked out. I remember watching a show with the singer, Chili, from the legendary Hip-Hop group, TLC, and hearing her talk about what she wants in a man. At the time, I thought she was crazy. I thought, "no man is going to want to be with a woman who requires too much." That was the young me. Now as a mature woman, I realize that Chilli wasn't not asking for too much. She knew what she wanted. She knew what she would and wouldn't accept. For that, she is a strong woman with standards. Sure she could have any guy she wants, but why settle for what you feel you deserve? I've dated, and I gave in to situations I should have left alone. It's a learning experience until you reach a point where you realize your worth. And when you realize your worth, you seek someone who adds on to that growth, instead

One of the best protective styles out there these days are Box Braids. Their trendy, stylish, versatile, and flexible in styling. You can even dress them up with accessories. I am not one to wear protective styles, but lately, Box Braids have been becoming  my best friend. @IAmIjanei  Wearing this easy to do protective style saves me a lot of time getting ready for the day. Aside from that, it gives your tresses a break from normal every day combing. I am the type of person who washes my hair at least once every other day, therefore, keeping these braids in longer than one week always is a challenge for me. This time, I am determined to get four weeks in. Follow my blog for everyday styling, moisturizing, and getting the best out of this low manipulation protective style. Also, follow my Instagram for everyday pictures Instagram: IAmIjanei

Youtube Click to enlarge Kylie releases statement regarding what's been going on in her life for the past few months. Finally, after months of speculation, drone provided pictures, and hints from sources close to the Kardashian-Jenner clan, 20 year-old ,Kylie Jenner confirms pregnancy rumors by releasing a video announcing the birth of her baby girl to rapper, Travis Scott, on February 1st, 2018. Mirror.Uk  In a video released on February 4th, Kylie documented every step of her journey to motherhood with father, Travis Scott. The couple seem to be going strong and deeply in love, even Scott's parents and sister seem to love Kylie. Kris Jenner "You've got the best mommy!" The video, created by Tyler Ross, combines advice and praises from family and friends of Kylie at what appears to be her baby shower. With all of the people knowing of the pregnancy, the family did a great job of keeping it under wraps. Kylie remained hidden inside for

I'm sure the 70s, 80s, and 90s babies remember this fine specimen, Jon B. The white boy who could sing with an urban flavor. At one time, Jon B had all the ladies wanting him, that continues to this day as he still have the women throwing their undies on stage. Jon B also has an album with a projected release date of 2018. Check out this throwback hit. You can find Jon B on most social media sites. Instagram Twitter Facebook Website Youtube For tour tickets, check this link . 2017 Jon B

It looks North West will not be the only princess in mommy and daddy's mansion. Kim Kardashian West and hubby, Kanye West will be adding a little girl to their family in January via a surrogate; a surrogate who remains nameless, but some clues as to her physical description have been revealed. Kim opted to go through surrogacy due to her many complications with prior pregnancies. She is a always a High-Risk pregnancy. Besides that, when Kim Kardashian West is pregnant, she carries ALL of her pregnancy weight. Keep in mind that her body is what makes her money, as she models and has appearances to do, so with all of the weight she gains, she has to lose the weight just as quickly. This is a great way to maintain your health, and your body weight is through surrogacy. That way Kim K. West can continue to make public appearances. Go Kim and Ye.  This will make baby number three for the couple. Kim, North, Saint, and Kanye pose for Easter 

Remember this throwback from 2003? If you were into music back then, then there is no way you went a day without hearing this song on the radio stations. Amanda Perez hit the scene hard with Angel  back then. The video to the song was just as sad as the song itself. The music video featured Perez having flashbacks of her boyfriend (implied to be dead), and footage of her lighting candles while she sung. The music video was dedicated to two of her family members who had passed, Michael and Benitez Perez. Where is Angel Perez today?

It is hurricane season and so far this, it has been living up to it's name after Hurricane Harvey destroyed parts of the Gulf Coast, and the predicted and pending doom of the biggest storm to come, Hurricane Irma, that is expected to cause catastrophic damage. Now on the tail of Irma, comes Jose, another Hurricane out in the Atlantic Ocean. As of 5:00 PM ET, Storm Jose increased it's strength causing it to now be classified as a hurricane. It all seems weird, but this year on August 21, an eclipse

According to many news outlets, Hurricane Irma is set to cause massive destruction at a record level. Headings towards the Caribbean and Puerto Rico, Hurricane Irma is so big that it shows up on the Earthquake meter. The storm is said to be the size

Yesterday actress, Sanaa Lathan, shook up social media when she uploaded a video of her. It wasn't what she was doing in the video that caught everyone's attention. It was the way she looked in the video that captivated most. Sanaa was recently cast as lead for book turned Netflix movie, Nappily Ever After ,

With the rest of the United States still trying to come to grips with the devastation that occurred one week ago in Texas by Hurricane Harvey, Trump takes to twitter and gives a labor day tweet for Americans. That may not seem like a big deal but for about 800,000 DACA recipients, it comes as a slap in the face. What is DACA? DACA stands for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. It's American immigration policy founded by former president, Barack Obama in June 2012. DACA allows certain illegal immigrants who entered the country as minors, to receive a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation and eligibility for a work permit. Well, "All-American" president, Donald Trump, wants to do away with the program as he feels America should be ran by Americans. Meaning, only American items to be made by American workers. That's interesting, considering numerous women Trump has been with and married to did not come to this country born American

A&E TV channel has been putting out some pretty good series like Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath , The First 48, Born this Way , and the hit show - Intervention , now the channel has come out with something for the Hip Hop fans,   Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G The biography premiered during prime time on Monday September 4th. Many tuned in, including his wife, singer Faith Evans, who tweeted throughout the special. There was also a watch party in the rapper's old hometown of Brooklyn, NY. In attendance was Biggie's protege, Lil Cease, as well as Biggie's daughter, T'yanna and son CJ Wallace. The special was one of the first to be authorized by Biggie's estate. Did you get a chance to tune in? If not, you can view the special directly through A&E's official website. Click here .

What do you get when two bad chicks link up in Miami? A damn good party. Stripper, and reality star, Blac Chyna decided to link up with Miami rapper, Trina to celebrate Labor Day on a Yacht. In attendance was of course Blac Chyna's new boo, Meechie who decided to snapchat every moment. By the looks of it, I guess blondes really do have more fun... Or fund$ as Trina put it.