Jayne of All Trades

Ramblings on hair, fashion, sightings, music and the like. (c) JayneofAllTrades 2011 - 2014 photos marked jayneofalltrades are the sole property of me and my website. .ig-b- { display: inline-block; } .ig-b- img { visibility: hidden; } .ig-b-:hover { background-position: 0 -60px; } .ig-b-:active { background-position: 0 -120px; } .ig-b-48 { width: 48px; height: 48px; background: url(//badges.instagram.com/static/images/ig-badge-sprite-48.png) no-repeat 0 0; } @media only screen and (-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), only screen and (min--moz-device-pixel-ratio: 2), only screen and (-o-min-device-pixel-ratio: 2 / 1), only screen and (min-device-pixel-ratio: 2), only screen and (min-resolution: 192dpi), only screen and (min-resolution: 2dppx) { .ig-b-48 { background-image: url(//badges.instagram.com/static/images/[email protected]); background-size: 60px 178px; } } My Insta- http://instagram.com/essjaykay26 My Fitspo Blog & Vision Board: visionboredom.tumblr.com Vintage Fashion: manicpixiesdust.tumblr.com My Hair Blog (wordpress): minibraidmethod.com I opened a jewelry & accessory store! var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-17800745-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); < The Mini Braid Method PDF E-Book $3.00 USD

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Essential Tips for Caring for Natural Hair in the Hot Summer Months

The summer season brings warmth, sunshine, and an opportunity to embrace your natural hair in all its glory. However, the intense heat and humidity can pose challenges when it comes to maintaining and caring for your natural locks. To help you keep your hair healthy, hydrated, and looking fabulous, we’ve compiled a list of essential tips specifically tailored for caring for natural hair during…

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Black Friday UK |Hair Electricals

Black Friday UK |Hair Electricals

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Remington Shine Therapy Pro Hairdryer: £34.99 Save £25.00Was £59.99

Remington S9300 Shine Therapy PRO Hair Straightener: £34.99 Save £25.00 Was £59.99

BaByliss 2513U Velvet Orchid Hair Straightener: £19.99

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Remington AIR3D Hair Dryer with Diffuser: £49.99 Save £30.00 Was £79.99

BaByliss Super Power Pro Hair…

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Product Review| Aunt Jackie's Quench Leave-In Conditioner

Product Review| Aunt Jackie’s Quench Leave-In Conditioner

First Impression:

I’m currently living in the UK were they are really behind on the natural hair wave. The options and availability of natural hair products are still abysmal. When I’m in need of a product, I end up perusing the hair section of TK Maxx (TJ Maxx) for bargains. I went in one day looking for a leave in conditioner and lucked out when I stumbled on Aunt Jackie’s Quench – Moisture…

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7 Day Rice Water Challenge

Read all about my 7 Day Rice Water Challenge on the blog!

I tried rice water and was shocked at the results…

I had really high hopes for this. My hair naturally grows slower than average- I get about 1 cm a month. My strands are incredibly fine and high porosity. All together a recipe for bald-headedness. Luckily for me, I’ve had long hair most of my life. I wear a lot of mini braids as protective stylesin order to keep my hair long and healthy.…

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My At Home Hair Removal IPL Review and Journey

Next up on the blog- My At Home Hair Removal IPL Review and Journey

Many years ago, I decided to start a journey to permanent hair removal on several parts of my body. I looked into having professional IPL treatments across large and small areas. I compared those prices with getting an at home- IPL device. After reading some reviews and talking to friends, I opted for the at home device for large areas and in clinic removal for my armpits.

I’m always on the…

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Skin Care Essentials for Quarantine

Skin Care Essentials for Quarantine

Last up on my series of articles on self care essentials is skin. If you haven’t read the previous articles, check out my recommendations for body care and hair care.

My skin care routine during quarantine has largely stayed the same. Every Sunday, I do a lengthy routine that involves masks, derma rolling, etc… My daily skin care routine is pretty much identical to what I’ve posted 6 years…

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Hair Care Essentials for Quarantine

Hair Care Essentials for Quarantine

Continuing on with my recommendations for body/self care while in quarantine…here are some items that I consider hair care essentials.

Silk Scarf-While many, if not most people prefer to wear a bonnet, I’m personally partial to a silk scarf. It’s slightly more indulgent, but when you find a good one it’s well worth the price. Real silk is actually a bit coarse so I find that they stay on…

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Self Care Essentials For Quarantine

I'm sharing my Self Care Essentials For Quarantine, click on the blog to read more!

While there are many downsides to being at home at the moment, it does give some of us more time to be a little more indulgent with self care. Alternatively, if you’re a key worker in need of some ways to destress, that may include some self care.

I’m currently working from home and really enjoying have the extra time that I would normally spend getting ready and commuting. I’m taking…

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My Mini Braids| Month 3

See what my hair looks like now- My Mini Braids| Month 3.

Hi all, just a quick update with a couple of pics. I braided my hair around the 8th of January. I originally planned to keep these same braids in until June, which makes this the mid-way point. This is also the longest I’ve worn mini braids without redoing them. I have in the past taken out and redone a braid at time to stretch the total time in braids. But I’ve never gone longer than about 6-8…

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How I'm Keeping my Hair from Locing

How I'm Keeping my Hair from Loc'ing - read now on the blog!

This is something I’ve been asked a lot. I want to address it now as I planned to wear my hair in mini braids for an extended amount of time. The original plan was 6 months. We’re now in the midst of a nationwide lockdown so I have decided to take out my mini braids at month 3.

After having them in for this long, I’m not entirely sure I would have made it the whole 6 months…but I can provide…

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Things I'm worried about and how I'm combating them|My Mini Braids 2020

Click to read about the Things I'm worried about and how I'm combating them|My Mini Braids 2020

Tension and breakage at the base of braids-The roots are super delicate. I’m worried about tension and hair getting pulled out or broken at the base. My hair is very fine and although I had very straight and precise parts at the roots, there are strands of hair stretched across braids. To avoid causing tension and possible breakage, I’m limiting the types of hairstyles I put the braids in. Now…

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Things to Watch Out for When Wearing Mini Braids Long Term

Just posted on the Mini Braid Method Blog! Things to Watch Out for When Wearing Mini Braids Long Term.

Mini braids are a protective style and for my fine and fragile hair- the best protective style. But as the saying goes, there’s such a thing as “too much of a good thing.” If a protective style is not maintained adequately, there is a chance of it going all wrong.

Here are some things to look out for to make sure your long-term protective style is a success and not a setback.

Wash your…

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My Mini Braids|Regimen for 6 Months Same Braids

Find out how I plan to wear the same braids for 6 months!- Read "My Mini Braids|Regimen for 6 Months Same Braids."

I braided my hair in January and I plan to take this set of braids out in June this year. If I make it that long, this will by far be the longest I’ve worn the same set of mini braids.

My regimen, for the most part will not deviate from my usual braid regimen. I am working out for about 1.5 hours a day, 6-7 times a week. It’s also worth noting that I do work from home so I don’t have to worry…

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My Mini Braids 2020

Hi there! There's a new post on The Mini Braid Method blog. Click the link to view "My Mini Braids 2020!"

Hello, it’s been a while! Sorry for the long absence. To recap the last couple of years… Late 2018 / early 2019, I wore my hair loose (braid outs and twist outs) the majority of the time. In early 2019, I did a lot of protective styles with added hair. Later on in 2019, I probably wore mini twists the most.

This year, I’ve decided to focus on growing and retaining my hair. I’ve been natural…

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Site Updates

Hello All!! Apologies for the absence. I hope to dedicate more time to uploading content. The software for the site was grossly out of date so I’ve had to start from scratch with updated software. The page will likely go through lots of changes as I decide on the new layout and look. Please stand by.

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I recently used Feelunique and love them and thought you might too. They’re home to over 30,000 products from 500 of the world’s top beauty brands. Also you’ll get free delivery and returns on all UK orders over £15. I have a special offer to share with my friends so I’m treating you to an exclusive 20% off your first order. I’ll also get a reward, so it’s a win-win! What are you waiting for?

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I Used Olaplex on My Natural Hair

I Used Olaplex on My Natural Hair

I tried the hair treatment Olaplex on my natural hair. It didn’t do what I thought it would do. In my mind, I thought it would be like a super strength protein treatment and make my curl POP. It did make my hair super springy. The front of my hair actually stood right up, like a proper afro. My hair is very fine and it’s never NEVER stood up. Even when picked out, the top and front flop right…

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