Chimere Nicole

There’s a saying, “You can’t pour from an empty cup”. I understand that completely now. As I tried to pour my time, energy, and emotional support into everyone else except myself. Boy was that I bad idea that I paid for. As a result, I took a much-needed break to recharge my mind and my spirit. I feel so much better now and although I’m not 100 percent, my battery is defiantly recharged. I wear so many hats in my day to day life and at times its very overwhelming. I didn’t realize I was running on E until the gas light came on and my body stopped working. Now I’m learning to be more aware of the amount of energy I expend and monitoring how I take care of myself. Both mentally and physically. This year for me is about healing and growth in all areas of my life. Uncovering old wounds, working on becoming a better version of myself, and being happy. Unapologetically happy.  

For the past few weeks I have started taking care of me. How do I do that you may ask? Well for starters I have been taking myself out on dates. I mean real dates. I go to lunch, plan trips to local museums, and of course shopping. Well more so browsing, but it’s still quiet relaxing. On Facebook, someone posted an article about a mom who checks into a hotel 3 times a year by herself just to recharge. I will most certainly be doing that as well. Can you say “Spa Day” 3 times fast? I just wanted to stop in and say that I’m back and as happy as ever. I have even been doing some vlogging on my YouTube channels. Yes, channels meaning more than one. I have two channels and one dedicated to vlogging called ChimereNicoleTV. I have fallen in love with vlogging as it’s a great way to connect with you all by sharing my day to day activities. It’s really fun as well, even when people are starring at you talking to yourself in public. It’s hilarious lol. If you aren’t subscribed to my both of my YouTube channels make sure you click here and here to keep up with all the shenanigans.

In January I posted a video on my YouTube channel showing everyone how I used apple cider vinegar to lose 10 pounds. I felt amazing and I noticed some amazing benefits associated with ACV as well. After that video I took a break from using ACV because I was nerves about the side effects on my teeth. I research everything and sometimes too much information can be just that, too much information. At the time I was drinking a tsp a day in the morning and was advised that it could affect the enamel of my teeth. Shortly after, I started drinking it threw a metal straw just to be safe. I smile way too much to have my teeth be impacted negatively thus, I’d rather be safe than sorry.

To be honest I became a bit tired of mixing my ACV in the morning. Mainly because it was always a production. Adding it to my water and mixing it with or liquids not get bored became too much. So, I was able to substitute it with a product by Goli. Goli is vegan, gelatin-free, organic and gluten-free gummies are made in an FDA registered cGMP certified, and allergen-free facility, with the highest quality organic ingredients. Long story short, they are gummies and they are so good. So this works out much better for me.

ACV is great for your digestion, breaking down food, enhancing energy, controls blood sugar, and detoxification. Additionally, it can even curb your appetite! Which of course is how I was able to lose the 10 pounds I talked about in my YouTube video. To get more information on Goli visit them Here. I also have a special discount code for my blog readers. Use promo code: chimerenicole at checkout to save money off your order.

Let’s talk hair shall we. Now if you happen to be new here, hair and hair care is my passion. I have been a licensed hairstylist for over 15 years and a salon owner for 6 years. I love creating different looks for myself as well as for my clients. Today’s hair tutorial was so much fun for me as I used a technique I haven’t done is many years. It’s called “Crimping” and it a structured waving technique. Crimps come in many sizes and typically for me they are done using a Marcel iron which is heated in a miniature stove. Old school I know, but in my opinion is produces the best results. You won’t be using any of these items to achieve today’s look but as I said, I’m old school.

I’m aware this is not the best method for at home use but it’s what I’m used to. So, when looking to recreate this tutorial for you all who want to achieve the look I went to Amazon to find a tool everyone could use. The hair I’m styling in this tutorial is by Her Hair Company. My previous hair tutorial HERE showed you how I took hair extensions and colored them to this ash blonde color. Which I happened to love by the way. I bleached this hair three times and it still has so much bounce and softness. I wanted to also show you some of the dimension in the hair color by adding waves. This look is very easy and fast. I think it would be perfect to jazz up your holiday looks and formal parties this season.

Hair Details:

Her Hair Company Brazilian straight hair 18 inches: https://bit.ly/2Da3tpO

Crimping iron: Here

Dress: ClosetSheIn HERE