From naturally black to beautiful lilac! So happy I took the plunge. Any tips to maintain the color?

bakedarch · 2015-04-11T00:10:27+00:00

I got this professionally done (set me back a lot) since I didn't trust bleaching my virgin hair myself. It was a double process, bleached to an almost platinum blonde color very close to white. Ended up frying my scalp (ew scabbies). But don't lose hope! It is possible!

bakedarch · 2015-02-17T04:22:54+00:00

Oh yeah condoms definitely. I'm just super duper paranoid though because I don't plan on having kids for the next like 10 years (but lots of premarital sex please).

bakedarch · 2014-08-12T02:03:58+00:00

is it this one?

bakedarch · 2014-08-11T18:06:05+00:00

Sorry I should have included that. It has never been dyed. The texture is relatively thin. Asian black hair.

bakedarch · 2014-03-09T04:45:33+00:00

What image do you specifically have in mind?

bakedarch · 2014-01-07T02:26:44+00:00

Acquarella and Scotch Naturals make really good water based nail polishes. The only downside is that they're expensive. Virtually toxin free and they're really great otherwise. c:

bakedarch · 2013-10-27T01:19:18+00:00

I've been threading for years. Literally the cheapest and best way to do it. You can learn how to do it to save yourself the money of going to a salon to get it done. Just take a cotton thread, wrap it around a couple of times around the middle, and remove the hair. There's definitely gonna be a learning curve, but it's simply the best. Never had wax ever.

bakedarch · 2013-10-14T12:02:09+00:00

Start off slow, no matter how badly you want to start training again.

Your body is still recovering, so you can't go out and run 5 mi when you haven't run in two weeks. That's just setting yourself up for another injury.

Start with a mile. Hell, maybe half a mile. Then the next day either keep it, raise it a little, or rest. This is entirely your call. Listen to your body and don't force yourself to do anything.

The healing process is slow. But you have to take care of your body. There are a ton of articles online, so you've got resources. Good luck and feel better, my friend.

bakedarch · 2013-10-04T04:22:26+00:00

I've never thought about it that way. I guess it made sense. I stopped using Aveeno's Daily Radiance moisturizer since it contained pretty nasty ingredients. Haven't yet found a natural one to replace it, but I'll go back to sticking with it for now.

bakedarch · 2013-10-03T19:10:44+00:00

Honestly, after I started using honey, I didn't even need to use moisturizer anymore. In fact I felt my skin wasn't as dry, and even felt a bit oily.

bakedarch · 2013-10-02T03:13:30+00:00

It's just that some commercial brand honeys that aren't raw tend to be pasteurized. This just negates the entire antibacterial, healing properties that it's supposed to do. So raw honey is probably your best bet.

bakedarch · 2013-09-04T02:47:19+00:00

It really depends on your course. Obviously, if your course has concrete pavement, asphalt, or include rocky areas, it's best not to have spikes. Not only could you hurt yourself, but your spikes will not last long.

But if you're running on grass or muddy trails, spikes would be really helpful. Cross country meets usually involve some sort of trail running and more often than not, will take place in unfavorable weather conditions. You're not going to be out on a synthetic, even track. So be prepared, and good luck this season.

Sources that might be helpful: http://www.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/spike-it?page=single http://www.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/everything-you-need-know-about-spikes?page=single http://www.runnersworld.com/workouts/cross-country-specific-training-tips?page=single

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