The Alter Ego

This is the Alter Ego! Welcome to my world. The name is Kelly Nicole Harris and most know me at Miss Nic (The Alter Ego) This is your all access pass to take a walk in my shoes as to what I am thinking at the moment and for you to walk along with me through my journey to personal discovery.

[hernotsoalterego]

I haven't shared this here yet...but this was so huge for me! Such a blessing! Thanks again @familydollar @ebonymagazine and of course I just love me some @myafricanpride for like forever and a day! #blogger #influencer #atlblogger #beautyblogger #fdfabulous 💕 Go grab your copies if you haven't already #dab

[hernotsoalterego]

We live in a society where women are objectified, disrespected, mistreated, offered less than our male counterparts, told how to look, told to be quiet and just be cute, and often times overlooked where our thoughts and opinions are often pushed to the side. Today we celebrate the woman, a precious gem in the eyes of God, who not only helps to birth life, but can fearlessly take on the weight of the world and handle it with style and grace all while still being the woman God created her to be. No matter what society tells you, you are valuable and necessary!! #internationalwomensday #shanelcoopersykes 💕

[hernotsoalterego]

Completely feeling @ciara and her #halobraid 🙌🏾 I'm definitely trying this one next! I think I may film this one! #protectivestyles #ciara #brownbeauties #blogger #bblogger #werk 😎

[hernotsoalterego]

Sunday's Beat. My #beautyblender gives me life!! 🙌🏾🙆🏾 Products used: #Beccacosmetics Ever-Matte Preless Priming Perfector #NYXcosmetics Conceal,Correct, Contour #Maybellinefitme #Matteandporeless 355 #Lorealinfalliblepromatte Cocoa #lagirlproconceal Toffee #Nuance Concealer stick "Deep" #Wetnwildcosmetics Greed E/S Pallet #Sleekmakeup Contour Palette #Anastasia Dipbrow and Brow wiz (Darkbrown/ Ebony) #MilaniCosmetics Tea Rose Powder Blush #urbandecaycosmetics Deslick Setting Spray #Maccosmetics Lipstick "Fresh Brew" topped with #nyxcosmetics #buttergloss "Madeline"💋 #Eyelurelashes Definition 126 #bblogger #beautyblogger #freelancemua #atlmua #youtuber 💁🏾 #nofilter #noedits

[kewl-no-aide89]

If horror movies were real, this how black people would really act

[thr0atmistress-deactivated20191]

LMFAAAAAAOOOO @silkktheshocka

[hernotsoalterego]

😂😂😂 the accuracy!

[micdotcom]

black-ish made television history last night

Last night, black-ish brought us into the middle of the tough conversations black families have been forced to have more and more recently. It did so with the utmost thought and humor, all the while giving nuanced, important depth to the issues of police brutality — including the characterization of police.

[hernotsoalterego]

Missing my #sengalesetwist 😩 thinking of a new ideas for my next install. 😏 #protectivestyles #beautyblogger #bblogger #melanin #kellynicole

[hernotsoalterego]

1st thing I want her dreads...who can do them, because I don't feel like doing them myself. 2nd I need this dress/ outfit 😍 3rd The future Mr. will stare at me the same 🙃👀 💕😂 😏#justsoyouknow #thewait

[hernotsoalterego]

💗💗💗💗A Love Letter 💗💗💗💗 I think about you a lot, and I respect you a great deal. I'm not sure what it is about you that makes me want to be near you more times than none, but the sharing of your space is in deed a blessing. Even if we aren't touching, sitting next to you in silence is alright by me. I think you're something special and I appreciate your intellect. Your smile, it takes me to a whole different realm, and I love that. You're passionate and I can see it. When you talk about life and what you know, I can hear your words and immediately want to know more about your story. You excite me, way beyond the physical. -Alex Elle Get fabulous for #valentinesday ! Check the #linkinbio for a tutorial on this look💕 #alexelle #aloveletter #loveletter #beautyblogger #blogger

[hernotsoalterego]

#valentinesday look on the #blog #linkinbio 👆🏾 #blogger #beautyblogger #vlogger #atlblogger #atlmua #freelancemua #macgirl #studiofinish #sachacosmetics #eyelure #eyelurelashes #nyxcosmetics #nuancecosmetics #maybelline #blushednudea #beautybykellynicole #bbkn #lagirlproconceal #makeupforblackwomen #makeupformelaningirls

[hernotsoalterego]

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oATDtXZZu5M)

[hernotsoalterego]

Preparing for #valentinesday 💕 I recorded this flirty #datenight makeup look using my #maybellineblushednudes makeup palette. I'm wearing #nyxcosmetics #lingerieliquidlipstick in #teddy 💋 #beautyblogger #blogger #mua #atlblogger #atlvlogger

[baawri]

Taraji P. Henson ignoring the teleprompter during her speech at the Golden Globes 2016

[freshprincesubs]

MAMA NO!

[pineapplepvssy]

😂😂😂 same

[onlyblackgirl]

Will smith invented being extra

[tsvrcm-deactivated20161229]

I’m Hillary

[bananaclip]

I love this show so much 😆😆😆

[cocoanobutter]

I’m Ashley

[noyaoinolife2015]

ASHLEY ALL THE WAY

[heyfranhey]

The Art Of Herbal Vaginal Steaming

Mind Body Green writes:

Vaginal steaming … say what?!

You may think this practice sounds painful or Old World or downright crazy, but in reality, herbal vaginal steaming is deeply nourishing and supportive. In fact, throughout the Americas, the practice is known as “bajos,” which translates to “down low,” and is said to be part of many rituals for connecting with the wisdom that resides in the womb.

So, what happens during a bajo?

Since the main component is steam, bajos warm the inner and outer organs, which helps increase circulation to both the vagina and womb. This increased blood can result in a number of things:

It can help rejuvenate the reproductive system through fresh blood supply.

It can bring vitality to the internal and external vaginal tissue (think about how great the skin on your face looks after a facial massage — that’s the increased blood flow, and the same thing happens “down low.”)

It can make for greater sensations during sex due to the excess blood flow.

It can carry the medicinal herbs even farther into the body, deep into the pelvic tissue, cervix, womb, and vagina.

For new mamas, the increased circulation can help speed up tissue repair necessary after any damage done during labor.

How do you pick the herbs?

Depending on what you hope to achieve during your bajo, there are many different blends you can use for various conditions. If you’re unsure where to start, please find an herbalist who can help you in picking a blend. As a menstrual awareness educator, I also craft herbal blends. In my experience, here are some of my most popular herbal blends and the conditions they help:

To soothe and moisturize, try a blend of comfrey leaves (high in vitamin C and calcium), plantain leaves (antibacterial and anti-inflammatory), violet leaves and flowers (moisturizing), and calendula blossoms (soothing).

To bless the womb: Calendula blossoms, rose petals, basil (antimicrobial), rosemary, mugwort (uterine stimulant), juniper (anti-inflammatory), and motherwort are a popular fertility blend as these herbs focus on the womb and support it. This blend feels very gentle and soft when used during steaming, which deeply honors the womb and yoni.

To tone and nourish vaginal tissue: The combination of rose petals (anti-inflammatory), motherwort leaves, plantain leaves, sagebrush (purported menstrual regulator), mugwort (balance), and raspberry leaves work on the vulva and bring deep nourishment, both internally and externally.

To balance vaginal bacteria: Rose petals, calendula blossoms, yarrow flowers and leaves, oregano (antimicrobial), basil (soothes itching), and chamomile (antiseptic) offer support for an optimal vaginal environment and work on maintaining balance.

To heal postpartum: New mamas should try uva ursi (antimicrobial), yarrow, plantain leaves, sage leaves, witch hazel leaves (anti-inflammatory), comfrey leaves and root, and sea salt (disinfectant). This blend is mainly used to heal from tears or an episiotomy and supports tissue growth and healing.

Once you’ve found your herbal blend and are ready to try vaginal steaming for yourself, here’s an easy ritual you can do in your own home.

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[thechanelmuse]

[sauvamente]

This was nice to read

[brown-skin-thing]

Yea this made me feel better.

[half-moonbae-deactivated2017081]

This is exactly what I was talking to my mom about. I’m 26 with a son and just now coming to terms with what I want to be in life. I had to let go of the traditional idea of how things are supposed to go and let go of the skewed timeline in which we supposed to obtain those things. It was doing me a disservice listening to that nonsense and stopped me from being my authentic self.

[thatblckgrl]

*I just be online counting my blessings. I have never been made to feel like I had to have all my shit together by a certain time. Perks of having two older siblings who are still trying to figure their lives out, a dad who doesn’t care too too much about what we do so long as we don’t stay in house too long, and a mom who believes that a person should always be reinventing themselves (going back to school when you lose a job, trying new things when you have the time, traveling, etc.). Any pressure I ever felt was put on by my own self. Never any one else. And I got over the deadline life when I realized how unnecessary that added stress was… 

[blackgirlsreverything]

29. Married. 1 Kid. Still figuring it out. Just realizing this year that there is no set time frame to get”it” done. Whatever “it” may be.

[htownlatino14]

I love this…. So me currently

[alextheeclectic-deactivated2017]

When I hit 25 and had two ex fiances under my belt…no children…paycheck to paycheck…I was like…who life is this…someone get me out…still struggle with those feels…glad I’m not the only one.

[thecocob]

THIS IS ALL SO IMPORTANT 👏👏👏

[hernotsoalterego]

Yaaasss! 29 in 30 days and this is EVERYTHING!