Sunday 19th of April 2026

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Kenyan Natural Hair Beauty Products And Brands

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A natural product is a chemical compound or substance produced by a living organism—that is, found in nature. In the broadest sense, natural products include any substance produced by life. Natural products can also be prepared by chemical synthesis (both semisynthesis and total synthesis) and have played a central role in the development of the field of organic chemistry by providing challenging synthetic targets. The term natural product has also been extended for commercial purposes to refer to cosmetics, dietary supplements, and foods produced from natural sources without added artificial ingredients.
Below are top 10 Natural Hair and Beauty Products brands in Kenya:

  • Marini Naturals
  •  Luguah Naturals
  • Shea by Asal Rebranded to ( Bu.Ke)
  • Harvest of Sunshine
  • Mugzie’s Naturals
  • Akusi Organics
  • Mosara
  • Ajani Handmade
  • Cinnabar Green
  • Keyara Organics

Marine Naturals
Marini Naturals is first Kenyan  natural hair care Line Marini Naturals 100% organic products include a sulfate-free shampoo, moisturizing spritz, and a potent hair growth oil.One of Marini Naturals’ most popular products however, is a curling butter containing oils from avocado, strawberry and coconut as well as various butters like Shea butter and mango butter.

Luguah Naturals
Luguah Naturals are a natural hair, skin and lip care line, hand-crafted from some of the best oils and butters sourced from Africa. Luguah Naturals was founded by Lulu Kimbio and Mbugua Macharia in October 2016. However, development of the products has been going on from June 2016, to find the right compositions of the natural oils and butters to create the products.What has now grown into a brand that has hair, body and lip care products was born out of neccessity. Lulu was looking for a solution for stretch marks following her pregnancy and the solutions in the market did not work. Someone recommended Shea Butter. Raw Shea butter has a strong smell and is not easy to apply. Lulu sought to improve this.After many trials and formulas, we developed a body butter. The solution worked for Lulu and she wanted to share it with the world.

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Meet Marini Naturals Brand Ambassador 2018

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Marini Naturals is Kenya’s first haircare product line designed for african women of natural and afro-textured hair. Marini was made by a Kenyan woman, for the African woman. Our product range includes a Sulfate-free Shampoo (Kenya & East Africa’s first), Detangling Leave-In Conditioner, Curling Butter, Curling Gel, Moisturizing Spritz, and a Potent Hair Growth Oil. Marini Naturals has grown to be one of the most African preferred brands for natural hair across Kenya and East Africa.

from lift to right : Michelle Ntalami , Fena Gitau , Esther Kazungu , Sherie Gakii , Noora Zein , Sandrine Simonne Umuhoza

Who Is Michelle Ntalami
Michelle Ntalami, is a strategic brand and marketing expert, is the founder of Marini Naturals, Kenya’s first 100% organic, natural hair care line. With her wealth of branding and design knowledge, she has conceptualised and designed the Marini Naturals brand, from its name to its logo, colours, scents, packaging, label design, brand plan and marketing strategy.

I wanted @Marini_Naturals to feel like it belongs to the people, not only the founders. I wanted everyone with natural hair in Africa & globally to relate to the brand by seeing skin tones and hair types that look just like theirs

Who Is Fena Gitau
Fena Gitu, is one of the most sought-after Kenyan femcees down to earth,the acclaimed singer and rapper studied International Relations and Psychology from the United States International University in 2008 10 year later she is the new face of Marini Naturals Brand Ambassador
Having grown up in a musical household, Fena developed her passion for music at a tender age. In 2008, she won the “Fete de la Musique” singing competition at Alliance Francaise Nairobi, marking the beginning of a bright music career.

Hey Hey! It’s the Fenamenal Woman, Fena Gitu ( @Fena_menal ), 8 years dreadlocked and a proud Marini Naturals Brand Ambassador! I love to see my fellow country people shine!

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Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation

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Want to achieve a natural-looking makeup base? If you can’t stand that dreaded cake face and want a foundation that’s perfect for daily wear, it’s time you switch to a different formula. I wanted a change from my liquid foundation, so I tried the Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation. If you’re looking for a change too and are eager to know how this foundation works, read on because this review hits all the right spots.

Stay matte with the Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation for 16 hours. Its lightweight, medium-to-full coverage formula features a shine-free finish that does not feel heavy. It has been developed with a unique whipped formula that does not clog pores. This will leave your skin looking smooth and flawless. This one’s ideal for all skin types.

Features & Benefits

  1. Enhances the skin’s natural radiance
  2. Beautifully sheer and layers easily
  3. Whipped, mousse-like texture
  4. Ideal for all skin types
  5. Weightless and air-soft feel
  6. Adjustable, natural-looking finish
  7. Matte coverage

Packaging
This foundation comes in a small cylindrical glass pot that makes it ideal to be carried around while traveling.

Ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane, Cimethicone Squalane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone / Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil, Polymethylsilsequioxane, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate Phenoxyethanol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Vinyl Dimethicone / Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Methylparaben, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica, BHT, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Butylparaben. May Contain: CI77891 / Titanium Dioxide, CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77491 / Iron Oxides, CI 77163 / Bismuth Oxychloride, Mica.

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Natural Herbs for Anti Aging

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Aging is a natural phenomenon. But no one wants to welcome it early in their lives, right? Did you ever find yourself confused with the oodles of anti aging products in the market? Each product claims to be the best, and you end up not knowing which one to go for.
Whatever it is, one thing is for sure. All those products are flushed with chemicals that would instead make you age more quickly. All the desirable results they show don’t last long. So what can be done? Isn’t there a way to slow down aging?

Well, there are a few. They are the anti-aging herbs which work wonders. And guess what? They have no side effects! The following are the herbs that help you fight early aging and retain that natural glow you had always wanted! There are some exceptional herbs that possess anti-inflammatory properties. These herbs contain antioxidants. They help in improving your complexion by offering the nourishment your skin needs. They also protect your body from any likely cell degeneration caused due to aging.

1. Turmeric
Turmeric is a spice that completes the Indian cuisine. But apart from that, it is hailed since thousands of years for its healing and skin care properties. This exceptional herb is anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory. Curcumin in turmeric is responsible for turmeric’s yellow colour and its anti-aging properties. It has been widely used for treating wounds in many parts of India. Turmeric is one of the best anti aging herbs for skin as it has become the preferred choice of skin care experts as well. This herb can reduce various degenerative diseases. It reduces damage caused to skin tissues and prevents early signs of aging.

2. Ginseng
Ginseng is a very popular herb in Asia and America. It is well known for its anti-aging properties. Ginseng can fight high blood pressure and considerably reduce stress. This helps one achieve a glowing and clear skin, and it also promotes a healthy body. It is an Adaptogen that helps enhance your stamina even as you age.

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Secrets for All Skin Types

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Beautiful skin secrets are some thing that has been passed down from generation to generation. They are most certainly tried and tested but they also have the benefit of being all natural. Here are some effective beauty tips for 3 different skin types along with some face pack recommendations and regular beauty tips for skin care!

Skin types, 1. Oily Skin, 2. Dry Skin, 3. sensitive Skin and Normal Skin

Oily Skin
1. Cut slices of tomato and rub on to skin, it’s great as a toner and also as an astringent.

2. The same you can do to lessen the oiliness and brighten up sallow complexion created due to oiliness by rubbing slices of cold apple on your cheeks and forehead.

3. Egg beaten up with soaked and ground (or parboiled and ground) oats and use it as a pack on to oily skin to remove excess oiliness.

4. Raw milk can be used directly as a cleanser with cotton balls on to oily skin.

5. You can use a mixture of raw milk with freshly squeezed lemon juice mixed into it and apply with cotton ball to cleanse face , but if you do use this mixture , then keep it for 5-10 minutes at least before rinsing with water again since lemon helps reducing excess oiliness. (eeww I can cut lemon slices better than that LOL )

6. Drink fresh fruit juices , especially citrus fruits and apple juices , or even raw papaya juice like half a cup at an interval of two days are good , plus not to mention 8-10 glasses of water minimum to keep skin hydrated and toxin free.

7.Wash face with a oil removing face wash or a face wash or mild soap with tea tree oil and wash at least 3 times a day like morning, at bathing and before going to bed, or morning, evening and before going to bed.

8. Keep tissues with you and fresh freshener when you go out, do not let dirt and grime accumulates on skin.

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Best Care Tips for Dry and Dull Skin

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Fairness Tips For Dry Skin,Is your dull and dry skin becoming a constraint to a fair and glowing complexion? No, you do not need to burn a hole in your pocket to purchase expensive fairness beauty products for your unattractive skin. All you need to do is to follow a few tips and tricks. Here are the top 10 picks to help you acquire a fairer skin tone.

1. Eat Healthy to Get Healthy Fairness
First of all, you have to follow a healthy diet in order to get a fairer complexion. Dry skin often lacks vital nutrients, which makes it dull, flaky and lifeless. Before trying any readymade or homemade fairness remedy, have a closer look at your eating habits. You should consume loads of fresh green fruits, veggies, cereals, grains, etc. to fulfill your need of carbs, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. There must be enough milk, yogurt, honey and other similar items in your regular diet that are capable of protecting your skin. All these foods will nourish your skin cells, leading to healthy and radiant skin.

2. Water, Water and Water – Drink lots of it
Keeping yourself hydrated is the second most important task that you need to do for obtaining glowing skin. Without sufficient water, the usual process of body metabolism gets extremely affected, which in turn is reflected by our skin’s appearance. Again, as you possess naturally dry skin, the effect gets even doubled in your case. So, drink lots of water throughout the day. A whopping 5 liters is the best. But if it is hard for you, make sure to consume at least 3 to 4 liters a day. It will flush out the toxins from your body and help you maintain a fair and healthy skin tone.

3. Practice Exercise and Yoga Every Day
Surprised? Well, it is true. Both workout and yoga play crucial roles in skin maintenance. It is especially factual in case of dry-skinned beauties. They can improve their inner health with these and get rid of that dull and unattractive skin. So, if you are one among them, start following a robust exercise routine from today. Go for a 30-minute session of brisk walking or strenuous activities followed by a yoga session. It would keep you internally healthy and reduce your stress levels to a great extent. As a result, your skin will glow like never before.

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General Precautions For Essential Oils

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Essential oils are basically highly concentrated oils that are extracted from plants. They have been used by the likes of Cleopatra to obtain and maintain flawless and glowing skin. Due to their high concentrations, it is highly important to know how to use them. Keep reading to know how you can use the best essential oils for skin lightening and brightening.
As essential oils are highly concentrated, they can sometimes cause allergic reactions. Hence, before using any essential oil, it is important to do a patch test.

Your skin is a direct reflection of how healthy your diet is,

1. Rose Essential Oil
Rose essential oil has a pleasant fragrance and makes your skin supple and soft. Apart from its skin lightening properties, it also reduces acne, scars, and wrinkles .

What You Need

  • 1 cup chilled milk
  • 10 drops rose essential oil

What You Have To Do

1. Add the essential oil to the milk and mix well.
2. Apply this mixture all over your body and keep it on for a few minutes.
3. Wash with water.

How Often You Need To Do This
Do this every day for a couple of days.
Best Suited For All skin types

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SkinCare Routine You Should Do Every Morning

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Did you know that your daily morning skincare routine makes you look your best? It is true! Certain morning skin care tips can help you look fresh and beautiful all day long. Many people think that their nightly skincare routine is the most important, but the truth is, how you take care of your skin in the morning is equally important. Below are some excellent tips to help you create a great morning skincare routine. By following them, you can have glowing skin all day regardless of whether you wear makeup or not! Check out the best morning skincare routine steps in detail.

Morning Skincare Routine that every Girl should follow

1. Cleansing Washing your face before bed is extremely important as it removes the impurities from your skin . In the morning, use a cleansing treatment to wipe away impurities and built-up oils. It will prep your skin for absorption and leave it feeling fresh and awake.

2. Use A Facial Mist Apply a great facial mist to make your skin more hydrated and radiant. This should be done before you apply your daily moisturizer or serum. You get quite a few benefits from facial mists. First, they are a great way to hydrate your skin before applying makeup. They also soothe the skin and help in setting the makeup once you have applied everything.

3. Apply A Serum As you know, serums help in keeping your skin youthful as they repair and lift the skin. They also give you a large dose of moisture that your skin needs in order to look glowing and radiant all day. To make sure you follow a morning skincare routine recommended by experts, do not forget your serum.

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HomeMade Skin Lightening Remedies

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A flawless skin remains only a dream, given our hectic lifestyle. To add to that, many other factors like pollution, harmful UV rays from the sun, stress, and improper diet can damage your skin further and give you an imbalanced skin tone. If this wasn’t enough, many of the cosmetic products available in the market these days contain harmful chemicals and additives that cause additional damage to your skin instead of making it healthy and glowing.

The best solution under these circumstances is to use natural ingredients or products that are safe to use. Their benefits are plenty and include skin brightening, balancing your skin tone, reducing blemishes and marks, photo-protection (protection from UV rays), and eliminating harmful bacteria. These remedies will work on your skin naturally and effectively.

Important Points To Consider
Before you start using the home remedies, it is important to understand that taking care of your skin and protecting it is essential. The skin becomes dull and pigmented mainly due to the accumulation of dead skin cells and damage from pollutants and harmful UV rays.

Cleansing and exfoliating your skin using masks and scrubs will ensure that all the dirt, grime, and impurities are removed along with the dead skin cells. Once cleansed, moisturize your skin to keep it hydrated and nourished. Before you step out in the sun to soak in some vitamin D, it is extremely important to use a good sunscreen so that the sun’s UV rays do not cause any damage to the skin cells.

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Best Victoria’s Secret Perfumes For Women

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Who amongst us wouldn’t like to smell good, feel attractive and have our senses transported to another dimension, all at the same time? A globally renowned fashion and beauty brand, Victoria’s Secret, founded in 1977, sure knows the secret desire of every woman’s heart. Bringing the glamor and high fashion of the VS ‘angels’ to your doorstep, the Victoria’s Secret perfume collection takes its inspiration from all things delectable, from lace and silk to berries and blossoms, to give you the perfect fragrance that speaks to you like no other. Here’s our list of top 15 Victoria’s Secret Perfumes that are most popular all over the world.

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1. Bombshell Eau de Parfum
The best seller amongst Victoria’s Secret line of perfumes, Bombshell is a fruity floral scent also known as the ‘LBD of Fragrance’. The perfume contains notes of Purple Passion Fruit, Shangri-La Peony and Vanilla Orchid that combine to give you a fragrance which is the perfect blend of flowers and fruits.

Pros

  • Not overpowering
  • Pleasant fruity notes, suitable for people of all ages

Cons

  • Does not last long

Bombshell Eau de Parfum Review

Kick-starting this list for today is everybody’s eternal favorite from the Victoria’s Secret Collection—the Bombshell Eau de Parfum. With notes of Purple Passion Fruit, Shangri-La Peony and Vanilla Orchid, Bombshell is a subtle pleasure to the senses which very, very few perfumes have come close to in my humble opinion (Ferragamo’s Incanto Shine being one of them). This pleasant fruity floral scent comes with no limits on what ages may or may not use it and is a hit with young girls and women alike for not being too overpowering. Also, thanks to the fact that it isn’t what one would call a ‘statement perfume’, there are no restrictions on what time of the day, or in what sort of crowd one can use this perfume making it a winner all the way. My only complaint with this perfume is that it doesn’t stay on for as long as one would’ve liked, requiring constant reapplication. But if that doesn’t pose a problem to you, Bombshell is one perfume that should definitely make it to your shopping list this season.

2. Heavenly Eau de Parfum
A warm and ethereal scent that Victoria’s Secret describes as ‘an angel favorite’, Heavenly Eau de Parfum combines notes of White Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla and White Peony that make it an award winning favorite.

Pros

  • Strikes a good balance between floral and fruity
  • Lasts long
  • Light, pleasant fragrance

Cons

  • Mature fragrance—better suited to grown up women
  • Vanilla tones might be overpowering for some

Heavenly Eau de Parfum Review

For women who’d like a Victoria’s secret bestseller that has no hint of floral or fruity in it, here’s Heavenly to the rescue. A bestseller since its launch, this particular fragrance has undergone a revamp in recent times to make it more appealing to the new generation, though thankfully it’s intrinsic tones have remained the same. The new Heavenly now comes in a bottle that has angel wings on the cap and is embellished with tiny crystals—an ode to their VS angel fashion show? That’s what I’m assuming too. But a nice touch nonetheless. Coming to the fragrance itself, I find that the notes of White Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla and White Peony lend it a striking warm essence that to me speak elegance and sensuality. In fact, the sandalwood and musk, in addition to giving Heavenly a distinctly musky flavor, also lend to it a longevity that Bombshell lacks, thus making it perfect for long term wear. As a woman trying to make a subtle yet defining impression, there could hardly be a better scent than this. Keep in mind though, that this fragrance might be better suited to grown-up women than teenagers.

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How to Use Make Up and SunScreen

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Do you Love doing makeup during summer months but still worried about sunscreen application? If that is you – the solution to your problem lies within this post. It isn’t very difficult to apply makeup with sunscreen if you know the right technique.

1. Before you start off with anything, make sure your face is clean. You don’t want to look like a mess on a summer afternoon, do you? So use fresh wipes to clean your face or simply use some rose water with cotton to massage. A mild cleanser that suits your skin would do wonders too.

2. Take a bit of the sunscreen now and apply all over the face and neck region. Try not to use too much of it. Otherwise, your makeup will begin to slide all over the place. Keep a tissue in hand to remove the excess.

3. Now, you can start applying makeup like you usually do . You will definitely need some face makeup along with translucent face powder. That will create a well-balanced look. If your skin is too oily, keep blotting paper ready in your hand.

4. Your makeup and sunscreen, both have been applied the right way, and you are now ready!

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HomeMade Remedy for Skin Beauty

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Natural skin care products are often even more effective than the chemicals packed store bought ones. So let’s take a look at some very useful beauty tips that might help you find out how you can use natural ingredients that are hiding in your kitchen.

1. Brighten skin with turmeric

You can choose to use natural products on your skin, and they are a lot more cost effective and much kinder to your skin than store bought treatments are. Turmeric, for example, is a great antiseptic that will reduce scars and blemishes and lighten the tone of your skin. To use this age old natural skin treatment, mix some turmeric powder into a fine paste with some fresh pineapple juice. Apply the paste to your face and leave it on until it has dried, and it will fight infection, reduce inflammation, and fade any marks or scars you might have.

2. Tone your skin with cucumber

Cucumber is one of the most simple, yet amazing homemade beauty treatments, it has astringent and hydrating properties, all in one neat natural product. You can improve the overall appearance of your skin by simply rubbing your face with thickly cut slices of cucumber. It will rehydrate the skin, remove some of the dead skin cells and leave your skin feeling fresh and looking great.

3. Use teabags to get rid of puffy eyes

When you’ve had a late night, then teabags are the fastest away to reduce puffiness around the eyes and lighten dark circles. Save the teabags when you next have a cup of green tea and chill them in fridge. The caffeine and tannin in teabags act to tighten the skin around the eyes and reduce swelling. Just hold the cooled down teabags over your eyes for ten minutes and your eyes will look wide awake and fresh again.

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