Hair

Most women embrace long, beautiful, voluptuous hair - me included. But there was a time where I wore a pixie style and loved it! It required less maintenance and made me feel carefree. Although I would love to get rid of my go to monyo/ponytail, I don't see myself chopping it off anytime soon. Yet, [...]

We've all been pressed for time. Between work, family and daily happenings, it can be hard to get to a salon. Worse, our hectic lifestyles and stress can cause dry hair.  Yet, that doesn't mean we can't do anything about it. We can care for our hair at home, using two ingredients that can be [...]

Recently Jeanette, a Latina On a Mission contributor, had the opportunity to attend a NYC Pantene event. The event showcased their newest line, the Pantene Pro-V Expert AgeDefy Collection and it's benefits. You can read the article, Use These Hair Products for Strong, Thick, Shiny Hair by clicking on the link. I'm excited to announce [...]

In my late teens, I had really long hair, a la Disney's Tangled.  It was my pride and joy.With age, I realized that hair, like all our body parts, needed maintenance. I needed an upgrade. The products I used as a teen did not cut it any longer. It was time to mature into a [...]

~GIVEAWAY ENDED~ Over the years, I've heard numerous hair care myths. Yet, the one truth that can't be dispelled is that hair care and styling products can determine how healthy our hair looks. This is even more true, for women, like me, who frequently flat-iron, blow-dry, bleach or dye their hair. Using the right hair care [...]

Recently, I got a sneek peak at the latest ponytail holders, thanks to CVS/Pharmacy. Ponytails have changed so much over the years. They are no longer considered a quick, style for harried moms. They are a fashionable option for busy women and their holders should reflect that! The below scrunchies are a few of the [...]

As a single Mom with two boys it's fallen to me to take them to get their haircuts at the Barbershop. I admit the first few times I took Karl, I didn't know the names of the styles or what was in style at the moment. I just knew he needed a haircut! Once I [...]

I'm delighted to announce a new giveaway hosted by Vivemejor.com. Vive Mejor, a division of Unilever Group of Companies, is a one stop resource for Latinas. The site offers tips, information, and advice to help us live better vidas/lives. The website is offered in both Spanish and English, making it easy for all to enjoy. [...]

Lately, I've been spending more time taming the wild hairy beast than normal. Sadly, Fall didn't bring me as the  flat iron reprieve that I sorely needed. Thinking I was going to have to spend the next few months fighting the wild hairy beast, also known as my hair, I was extremely happy to have the opportunity to [...]