The Community Review- Trader Joe’s Aloe Vera Gel
Devin writes:
Product Description: It comes in a green bottle, and the product itself is clear, doesn’t leave your hands feeling sticky (which I love). Yes there are preservatives, but in very small amounts.
Product Ingredients: Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Butylene Glycol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Tocophersolan, TEA-Carbomer, Methylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, DMDM Hydantoin, Trisodium, EDTA.
Fragrance: I wouldn’t say it has a strong fragrance really. You know how the best trait in some hair products is the smell? Well this has a fresh kind of smell, but it’s not strong enough to be a smelly good favorite.
Texture: It’s a gel, but it’s not very thick, it does hold some viscosity, but you can tell that the main ingredient is water, because the gel itself pretty much dissolves away.
Your experience: After I wash and condition my hair, I do a twist out. This is my go-to hair style since I just big chopped anywhere from a month to two months ago, and transitioned for 10 months.
While me hair is still wet from washing/conditioning, I dilute a little Jojoba oil, and Trader Joe’s Aloe Vera Gel into water. I then section my hair off, and twist about 4-5 twists in sections of 5. I spray my hair with the diluted oil/gel, and put coconut oil on my ends. Then I Hair Bean each section, and twist. At the end of each twist, I put a generous amount of Aloe Gel, and roll it around my thumb and index finger until a curl forms at the end. This usually keeps each twist together. When I untwist in the morning my hair usually has some curls clumped together inside each twist, AND, my hair does not have any flakes in it! THIS IS PROBABLY MY FAVORITE PART!!!
There are a lot of really nice hair products out there, and I love trying them out. But I have had bad experiences with Curling Creams, and Puddings. Between my hair flaking from certain products when it dries, and the fact that I can’t pin point exactly which products trigger my Eczema, I pretty much make my own hair adventures, lol! Trader Joe’s Aloe Vera Gel-
1) Gives me defined curly curls
2) Doesn’t flake when it dries
3) Works for my sensitive skin.
Would you recommend to a curlfriend: I think everyone could benefit from this product. Whether you’re trying to define a curl, keep your ends together, or just keep your edges right, every natural, even probably non-natural, EVERYONE, can find a use for this product.
How many curls overall (on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the kitties titties!): Hmmm, well minus my problem areas, which are on either side of the crown of my head, this product grabs every curl! And tries its best to make the problem areas curl as well. I would say out of 1-5, I give it a 3.8… I’m a difficult judge, lol!
Flaunting a scorching signature style without comparison, rising Detroit rapper Skilla Baby unleashes his anxiously awaited new project The Coldest. Across 16 tracks, Skilla Baby levels up from every angle. Production credits on the project include the likes of Southside, MIA JayC, Ben Billions, TooDope, and more. Skilla teased the standout leading single Free Meech, then followed up with an official video. Paving away for the new body of work, Skilla spoke on the project:
I took my time to put this project together… Sometimes, I feel like people try to place me in a box. The pressure of being a new artist, being successful, staying disciplined, and still clocking into the studio is very strenuous, but fun at the same time. As an artist, I’m known as the ‘Girl’s guy.’ But I’ll never forget I come from the streets. As a real person, I feel so many emotions (mad, sad, happy, anxious, etc.). I say that to say, sorry for the wait but I wanted to put everything I feel into one project. Grab your coats…
Next up, the Vultures Eat The Most Tour takes him across the country on his most extensive jaunt yet. Headlining the tour with Rob49, you can see him featured on the single Mike Jack with G Herbo. Look for tickets near you here because you don’t want to miss the energy of a street demon taking no prisoners. Stream your copy of the project here and let us know your thoughts on the visuals below. As more media outlets take notice, stay connected with Skilla Baby by following him on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
KOKO’s music is a testament to her international background. Hailing from Finland and spending part of her life in Brussels, Belgium, she brings a blend of Northern European sophistication and Middle European jazz and funk to her music. It’s this eclectic mix that sets her apart, making her sound a breath of fresh air in the New York scene.
KOKO mentions her fondness for the jazz and funk she experienced in Brussels, stating, “I definitely have like funk elements in my music, especially from the time when we lived in Brussels, because we went to see like a lot of jazz, for example, at all times.” This richness in artistry isn’t just serendipitous; it’s intentional and a core part of who she is as an artist.
The New York City Metamorphosis
Moving to the epicenter of varied artistic expression, New York City, KOKO continued to evolve her craft. It’s here that she found the latitude to further her studies in sound engineering and delve deeper into the music world. Attending SAE Institute of Technology was a decision that would shape her future, immersing her in a community that lives and breathes sound.
Yet, it isn’t just about the music for KOKO. It’s about being “in motion,” as she refers to her debut LP, aptly titled “Coco Motion.” This project encapsulates her experiences and growth during her time in the States. Each song represents a timestamp, chronicling her evolution from an international student to a New York artist. “It’s like a timeline, almost like how my journey has been here,” she reflects.
The Beacon of Self-love and Empowerment
Amid the beats and melodies, there’s an underlying narrative in KOKO’s music: the importance of self-love and empowerment. These are not just themes but the lifeblood of her creative expression. KOKO is on a mission to inspire, guide, and remind listeners of their inherent worth and capacity for love.
She doesn’t shy away from her advocacy for mental health, recognizing its significance in today’s society. For KOKO, music is a medium for healing and spiritual growth. “My sound is conscious pop,” she says, signaling the reflective quality of her songs and their purpose to resonate on a deeper level with her audience.
As we recap the indelible impression KOKO has made in her interview with Shah Cypha, it’s clear that her trajectory is not simply one of personal ambition but also of universal resonance. Her music, imbued with both her Finnish and Brussels-influenced roots, has found a nurturing home in New York City, blossoming into a soundtrack of self-development and positive vibrations. With a firm stance on female empowerment and mental health, KOKO’s presence in the industry goes beyond entertainment; it’s a catalyst for transformation and healing. Her upcoming LP, “KOKOmotion,” is set to ripple through the collective consciousness, reminding us all to stay in perpetual movement toward our highest selves.
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