- We've had computer and internet issues these past few weeks around here, so I've been running Africa Sleeps from my phone. Not ideal, but it worked. Our computer issues have been resolved now and business is running as usual! - This weekend I'm having a Flash Sale on all Sleep Caps! Use Code FlashSale3 for $3 off of all sleep caps (code will apply $3 off to each sleep cap in your order). The coupon code will be valid through Monday, February 29. - This weekend is one of...
Caring for my black children's hair in the winter varies greatly from how I care for it in the summer. Some of that is because of where we live. We have very moist, humid summers with a decent amount of heat. And in the winter, it is super dry and cold and usually very windy. So, as the weather starts to get colder, some things in my hair routine do change for my children. 1) Protect. First and foremost, we are always very careful to protect our curls and styles...
Taking out children's hair extensions be challenging, for them and for you. Check out these tips from Arnica Rowan of Africa Sleeps. She shows you how to gently untangle braids, while keeping your child comfortable and nourishing hair. You can get your own detangler here...
WebMD, the top healthy foods for a healthy scalp and hair are those loaded with healthy oils, such as salmon, walnuts and oysters, and vitamins/minerals, such as spinach and sweet potatoes. It just goes to show that a bla aced healthy diet in general does nothing but good for your crown of joy. Check out Krieger’s top ten picks! Salmon Walnuts Oysters Sweet potatoes Eggs Spinach Lentils Greek yogurt Blueberries Poultry Of course, I have no medical background, and you shouldn’t listen to me on anything to do with health....
Africa Sleeps: Natural hair and organic bodycare for children of African heritage.I got this email today, and since I’ve had so many questions about boys’ hair, I thought it might be helpful for me to share my answer. Hi Arnica- wondering if you can help me out? I have been looking at your new hair products and am interested but am not sure what to buy. My son has the tightest curls I have ever seen! His head was shaved when we came home and it is now about 2...
As mom who runs her own business(es,) I was looking forward to a segment on Mompreneurs on the local CBC radio station yesterday. Unfortunately, they just showcased one lady’s business and missed the bigger picture. (I know the producer reads my blog occasionally, so yes! I think you should do a follow up.)Mompreneurs, or moms starting their own businesses so they can work from home is more than one or two cases of ladies selling jewelry or clothes on Etsy. It’s a social movement, with big economic and demographic drivers...
Fall has arrived, and with it: dry air and dry skin. Cornrows are a wonderful way of doing your son or daughter’s hair. It’s a protective style and the possibilities for decoration are endless! I just did one of my daughters hair this week, and I have to say I love the traditional style.However, fall and winter cornrows need different products and attention to keep the hair and scalp healthy in the chilly months. It’s all that dry air, changing weather… and don’t even get me started on winter hats!...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Let’s celebrate with two amazing gifts for your little ones: Sugarplum Faerie Sparkle Lotion The best possible Christmas gift for a ballet dancer, faerie or girly girl! It’s absolutely magical Sugarplum Faerie Sparkle Lotion from Africa Sleeps.Featuring gorgeous label art from Katie Bradley, and an aloe vera based organic lotion full of deep golden sparkles, this gift will delight your special girl on the most wonderful day of the year! Gingerbread Holiday Body Lotion Catch me while you can! With an...
According to a consumer report on Africa American hair and hair care, it looks like natural hair is definitely the new wave.The report states that relaxer sales are down 26% from 2008, and in the last year, 70% of black women have sported a natural look. That’s awesome!Later I the report, it also talks about the surging cottage industry of natural hair care products (that’s me!) since traditional hair care companies aren’t meeting the needs of black women with changing hair needs.Read more of the report here.
