Three strand Knot Out

Funny how we always discover ulterior methods for something we are so used to , necessity is the mother of invention right? So as I mentioned in a post earlier, I have been doing the three strand knots (in Kenya that’s matuta) lately, I use the same procedure as the bantu knot outs. The results are highly dependent on trial and error. With this style, It takes patience and close monitoring of your hair.
The difference here is that you plait 3 strands as compared to the bantu-knots that are two-strand and I also do not use rubber bands to hold my hair.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Hair shampoo (I use an olive oil based shampoo from Organics;ksh. 350)
• Hair conditioner(treatment)(I use Miadi Protein Reconstructor ;ksh.350)
• Hair oil(I use indian hemp:Ksh 350 or coconut hair oil;Ksh 109)
• silk head scarf

Wash hair with preferred shampoo, next apply conditioner or treatment if you like, leave it on for about 15-50 minutes depending on your preference. When you have the hair treatment on, comb with a wide-tooth comb to enable the conditioner penetrate each hair strand. Afterwards, wash out the hair treatment.

• Leave hair to dry a bit, section the hair when It is damp as opposed to dripping wet( twisting the hair at this point, will not produce the desired results especially if you have an early morning, the hair won't dry well overnight.
• Apply preferred solid hair oil on finger tips, then apply it as you make three strand twists 

1. Ensure that it is not too tight as this may cause hair breakage, plait the hair from the root to the ends.
2. Next, coil the plaited hair into tiny buns. My hair is rather tough, when i coil it it remains coiled, however you could use rubber bands to hold them.
3. And the final results, sectioned three strand knots, at this point, lightly oil your scalp then cover your hair with a satin scarf and go to bed. A minimum of 4 hours should do.
4. On waking up, I undo each knot slowly with my fingers, i do not use pins or combs 
5. Once I have undone each knot, I separate each knot into twos or threes with my fingers as opposed to using a comb. This is so as to achieve a more curls

The next morning or at least after 4 hours , undo the twists in the opposite direction. To achieve defined curls, do no, at any point use a comb. Use your fingers to comb the curls at each knot.

The success of the three strand knots (matutas) depends on trial and error. This works best with longer hair. The final results however are similar to the bantu-knot out

What do you think? Do let me know here 

Miss Vavavum

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The Quirky Life

I have a love for quirky styled everything. If office wear or an occasion doesn’t in any way dictate my dress code, I am more likely to fall into something of the quirky kind. Currently I am super-majorly obsessed with a sweater worn over an un-tucked shirt.But I prefer to save this for dates with the art minded. They are more likely to understand my style. I settled for these red earrings to sort of bring some normality to the outfit. Of course, my statement neck-piece is A MUST! You know my history with statement neck-pieces!

And there is something delicious about mixing mints and denims! Add on a pair of strappy sandals with a block heel! It's an explosion of goodness!

I started doing three-strand twists(matuta) and knotting them as I do for the Bantu knot-outs.The result s are more or less the same. See below.Also how gorgeous is a dark lippy?! Especially maroon, this is by far most favorite lippy! 

I have been trying different hairstyles and so far the full untamed afro is my favorite! 

I wore this to a fashion focus group and work(luckily my work is in great support of creativity)

 If you have any questions on hair do let me know!

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Miss Vavavum Wild Mane Explained(Curly Afro Tutorial with Pics)

Natural hair: a lot has been said , it's been labelled a movement even a cult but really, beneath all the social media groups, secret terms, the so called revolution, is women embracing their true selves, their God-given curly hair, strong and wild like an untamed forest
I turned natural a year ago, as I have mentioned before, I have a loathing for the plain and ordinary. The same applies to my hair, I have always and still hate, plain-jane hairstyles. Before I loved haircuts, an edgy to outright outrageous weave. See my Hair Story
The journey if you can call it that, has been quite interesting, my hair has grown immensely and I dare I say, It is even stress-free to take care of! It is me, just the way the creator made me, all chocolate and a black head full curly mane! :)

Here is a quick how-to

WHAT YOU NEED:

• A packet of rubber bands(retail at ksh 45 in Kenya)
• Hair shampoo (I use an olive oil based shampoo;ksh. 350)
• Hair conditioner(treatment)(I use Motions Protein Reconstructor ;ksh.350)
• Hair oil(I use indian hemp:Ksh 350 or coconut hair oil;Ksh 109)
• silk head scarf

Wash hair with preferred shampoo, next apply conditioner or treatment if you like, leave it on for about 15-50 minutes depending on your preference. When you have the hair treatment on, comb with a wide-tooth comb to enable the conditioner penetrate each hair strand. Afterwards, wash out the hair treatment.

• Leave hair to dry a bit, section the hair when It is damp as opposed to dripping wet( twisting the hair at this point, will not produce the desired results especially if you have an early morning, the hair won't dry well overnight.
• Apply preferred solid hair oil on finger tips, then apply it as you make two strand twists 

1. Ensure that it is not too tight as this may cause hair breakage, twist the hair from the root to the ends.
2. Next, use small rubber bands to form little buns or knots these are known as the Bantu-knots
3. And the final results, sectioned Bantu-knots, at this point, lightly oil your scalp then cover your hair with a satin scarf and go to bed. A minimum of 4 hours should do.
4. On waking up, I undo each knot clockwise as I would undo a screw
5. Once I have undone each knot, I separate each knot into twos or threes with my fingers as opposed to using a comb. This is so as to achieve a more curls

Below is a hangout I did on my Google+ about how I undo the knots

The result, leaving you looking and feeling confident!

I wash my hair 3 to four times a week. However this can prove tedious for some of you. The knot-outs last for a week sometimes just day especially for most people. In such a case, wet the hair (you can use a spray water bottle that retails for Ksh.50-100 in Nairobi) then apply the steps outlined above.

Do send me an email missvavavum@gmail.com If you have any more queries.

Or alternatively add me on G+ we can hangout (a live video chat) and clarify your queries.

Miss Vavavum

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