Category Archives: Hair

02.27.13

Dried Out.

I don’t know about the rest of you, but I am reaching the end of my rope with winter weather.  I am SO ready for Spring.  Here on the East Coast the air is so dry right now… The first step in combatting the dreaded dry out was to install a humidifier in our furnace.  The second was finding good products to get me through this winter dry spell.  

09.13.12

5 Day Hair.

Some of you may remember a few weeks ago, when I went to New York and got some beach waves courtesy of blow.  Did you know that they are the original blow dry bar?  I was super impressed with the stylists as well as the products.

True story-  My stylist asked me if she needed to wash my hair before she curled it and I said “Probably…  I am on day 2.”  She literally laughed at me and said “DAY 2????  Honey, I wash my hair once a week!”  As I went on to talk to other stylists, they all admit to washing their hair only 2x a week.  So I asked them how they get away with it and they (of course) told me dry shampoo.  Now, I am no stranger to dry shampoo, but I find myself using it on Day 2 and needing to wash my hair after that.  Then they introduced me to the blow pro faux dry shampoo..  I have been using it since my visit and just stocked up on two more bottles.  I am obsessed.  Now, I still will only go a maximum of three days with it, but man does it make my hair feel clean and voluminous!   
Another secret?  They also make this awesome shower cap that has a terry cloth inner lining that protects your hair from the moisture created with a regular shower cap.  Love it!

09.04.12

I’m in a New York State of Mind.

Last week, I went to New York for work.
 We had some great nights…
 …and some good mornings.
We stayed in the meat packing district, near our office…  at the Standard, right next to DVF.
 There was a lot of this.
and some of this.
 Here we are at the top of the Standard.  A little too hipster for me.  But I decided to go with it…

After a few cocktails, we got some beach waves courtesy of blow.

Which, I just learned was the original blow-dry bar.

We also splurged for some eyelash extensions.  I am SERIOUSLY in love.   No mascara, no eyeliner.  

06.10.11

LC’s New Blog.

I think it’s safe to say that I love Lauren Conrad.  What I may love more is her new blog— have you seen it?  This baby has some of the best hair and make-up tips EVAH…  And the best part is that these fabulous ladies do these little tricks themselves (ok, two of them may be Hollywood hair and make-up experts, LC may have the gift of perfection on her side.. but they make it look so easy!) If you haven’t popped over, drop everything and go!  It’s a new daily read of mine.  Here are some of my favorite tips:
Now go get yo hair and make-up on, girl!

11.03.10

A Peek Into Their World: Mixed Chicks

Last month, I went to see my masterful hairdresser Mikala for a haircut, and she confirmed what I already knew by telling me that my hair was “nasty.” Generally, I would consider my hair to be pretty easy- straight, shiny and quite manageable. However, after two lice incidents this summer, I was in dire need of some hair repair. Rather than a deep conditioning treatment, Mikala told me that she was going to use a new product on my hair that was created for biracial hair. It was developed by two multi-racial women who had a difficult time finding products for their difficult hair. At this point- I would try anything.


When she put the conditioner on my hair Mikala said that my hair just sucked it right up. After a blow out, I was so excited that my hair was “back.” It had shine, it had bounce… It was soft and it was beautiful. Without a thought, I bought both the shampoo and the conditioner. Since that day I have used it twice a week on both my hair as well as E’s. I must say, have gotten quite a few compliments on my locks since I started using Mixed Chicks.

I was so very excited about these products, that I wanted to share them with all of you.. After all, aren’t we all a “mixed chick” in some way, shape or form? So, first, let me introduce you all to Wendi Levy (left) and Kim Etheredge (right), creators of Mixed Chicks.

Wendi and Kim met at a barbecue. Quickly they bonded over about the common problem that they shared… they were both frustrated with their unruly hair. Through this chance encounter, a partnership was formed. They started developing their product, and friends and family couldn’t get enough. From the modest beginnings of working out of a garage and handing out samples at churches, in just two years Mixed Chicks was officially on the map. The dedication and hard work garnered positive word of mouth including endorsements from several celebrities. Sales skyrocketed after Halle Berry mentioned Mixed Chicks as one of her Top 5 must-have items in the March 2009 issue of In Style.

These lovely ladies were so gracious to chat with me so that we could all take A Peek Into Their World. Best Yet: All Kiki’s List fans will receive a 10% discount on all Mixed Chicks products through Friday. Online Code: KIKI


What’s your favorite product?
Mixed Chicks Deep & Leave-in conditioners, of course!

What’s your favorite thing about your job?
W– Not having a boss to check in with & sometimes helping women via email help their interracial children with identity issues.
K– Making people feel good.

Explain a day in the life.
W-Coffee. Wash, dress and feed myself & my 2 year old. Drive. Process a few hundred individual web orders while answering phones(salon & beauty supply orders & general questions) & correcting packing errors. Taking a few meetings( i.e. Marketing, Fed EX, labs, packaging etc.) Returning at least 100 emails. Paying all the company’s bills. Overseeing the warehouse & 7 employees.(all with my 2 year old on my hip or dangling from my leg). Drive. Eat. Wash my hair with new batches of product that need approval for the next day or notes for changes in those products. Play. Hug my husband. Sleep.
K-Coffee, Coffee, Coffee. Wake at 6am take my daughter to school,get into the office by 8:30am. Wendi & I have a lot of the same duties. What she doesn’t do I do, what I don’t do she does. Day ends at around 8pm.

How would you describe your style?
W– Comfortable always, sort of bohemian.
K– Simple but chic.

How do you find a work/life balance while building your business?
W-I’m still searching for balance and often struggling to find it.
K– It’s just here for me. I love my family & I love my Job, So I always put my best foot forward.

Any advice for women looking to become entrepreneurs?
W-Go for it. It’s well worth the struggle. Be consistent, persistent and prepared. IF you’re in a relationship be sure it’s with someone very secure.
K-I can’t do it is never the answer.

Biggest mistake?
W-I’m not sure yet. Hind site is always 20/20. Ask me when I retire.
K– I’ll second that.

What’s next for Mixed Chicks?
W-The horizon for Mixed Chicks is limitless. If I say what’s next I fear someone will grab the idea and beat me to it. So you’ll just have to stay tuned.
K– Everything!



A huge thank you to Wendi and Kim for creating such fantastic products, and letting us take A Peek Into Their World.