Showing posts with label giveaway. Show all posts
Showing posts with label giveaway. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

***OBI Natural Hair Care Product Review & Giveaway***

So I was introduced to this product line a little while ago and I'm finally getting around to writing my formal review. In December of last year I was contacted by OBI Natural Haircare and given the opportunity to use 4 of the products from the line. Now, I will admit that I had not heard of the line prior to them contacting me so I immediately went to their website to see what products they had to offer and the ingredients in them. I was nervous about how I would like the products due to the high glycerin levels in them but was willing to give them a try and I'm glad I did. Check out my review.....


Name: Neem & Tea Tree Shampoo Bar

Ingredients: Saponified Oils of Coconut, Palm, Castor Bean, Safflower; Vegetable Glycerin, Purified Water, Essential Oils: Neem, Tea Tree, Rosemary Essential Oil, Sorbitol, Soy Bean Protein, Sorbitan Oleate, Fragrance. **

Product Promise: This invigorating shampoo soothes dry scalp and helps remove unwanted buildup, while alleviating itching and flaking. This cleansing shampoo is excellent for dandruff and psoriasis of the scalp.**

Review: After pre-pooing my hair I used the Neem & Tea Tree Shampoo Bar to cleanse my hair and scalp. The bar produced a lot of lather but was still gentle on my hair and scalp. After rinsing the shampoo my hair did not feel stripped however, my hair and scalp definitely felt clean and free of any buildup. The shampoo smelled just like tea tree oil (which is not my favorite scent) but to my surprise it failed to provide me with the "tingly" sensation that most products with tea tree oil in them do. Overall, the shampoo bar was just ok and for this reason I probably would not purchase this item.

Rating: 3 out of 5

Name: Curl Moisture Cream

Ingredients: Purified Water (Aqua), Behentrimonium Methosulfate and Cetearyl Alcohol, Vitis vinfera (Grape seed) Oil, Vegetable Glycerin, Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Argania spinosa (Argan) oil, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Arctium lappa (Burdock Root), Lavandula officinalis (Lavender) Oil, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Glycine soya (Soybean) Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Oil, Triethanolamine, Fragrance (Parfum). **

Product Promise: Use to add moisture and hydration to your hair.  Infused with argan oil, lavender oil, grape seed oil, vitamin E, and burdock root. Promotes hair growth without leaving your hair weighed down. **

Review: I've used the Curl Moisture Cream as my moisturizer before styling with the Curl Enhancing Custard and I used it alone to twist my hair with and I definitely prefer it coupled with the Curl Enhancing Custard. The cream does a good job at moisturizing my hair however, my kinky hair prefers heavier creams when doing twist styles. This cream is very light and fluffy which I didn't expect since it comes in a jar as opposed to a bottle. As the product promises it does not weigh your hair down which makes it great for a daily moisturizer/leave-in. Glycerin is the 5th ingredient listed so I expected the product to have that sticky feeling I have found products with glycerin to have but it did not which I was very happy about. The product smells kind of perfumey but it is not over bearing and does not linger.

Rating: 4 out of 5

Name: Curl Enhancing Custard

Ingredients: Purified water (Aqua), Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil, Vitis vinfera (Grape seed) Oil, Argania spinosa (Argan) Oil, Carbomer, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Vegetable Glycerin, Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Triethanolamine, Xantham Gum, Fragrance. **

Product Promise: This alcohol-free formula hydrates, elongates, and provides super shine to all types of hair.  Does not leave a waxy residue or buildup. **

Review: I absolutely LOVE the Curl Enhancing Custard!! Of all the products I was sent the custard was the one I figured I would like the least. If you follow my blog you know that I mainly wear twist-outs and normally I do NOT like to twist my hair with gels. For the purpose of this review however, I decided to use it on my twist as opposed to doing a wash-n-go since those are usually hit or miss for me. I applied the Curl Moisture Cream as my leave-in and then added the Curl Enhancing Custard to each section of hair that I would twist. My twist-outs came out soft, shiny, and well defined each and every time I used the product. I couldn't believe that I enjoyed a gel for my twist as much as I did. The product has a pleasant smell, very similar to KCCC and the consistency is like a jelly. I would definitely purchase this product!

Rating: 5 out of 5


Name: Curl Hydration Spray

Ingredients: Purified Water (Aqua), Vegetable Glycerin, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Oil, Rose Oil, Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Soybean Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate, Triethanolamine, Fragrance (Parfum). **

Product Promise: Use daily to moisturize your hair and scalp, or to refresh your style. **

Review: The Curl Enhancing Custard and Curl Hydration Spray are tied as my favorite products from this line. Having vegetable glycerin as the second ingredient in this product I just knew I would not like it although I really wanted to. I've been searching for another hydrating spray to put in my rotation and I think I found a winner. As I do with all products that contain glycerin I applied a little to my hands so I can see if the product felt sticky. I was so shocked when it did not give me that feeling. I was still convinced that it would turn into a sticky mess when applied to my hair but contrary to my belief it felt great! I have been using the Curl Hydration Spray every morning and evening as a "refresher" spray to give my hair a light mist of moisture before styling and setting it for the night. This product absorbs into my hair quickly and leaves it soft and moisturized. In addition to loving the way the product works, I absolutely love the way it smells. It reminds me of rose water which I happen to love! Definitely purchasing this product!

Rating: 5 out of 5

Overall, I enjoyed the products from the OBI Natural Haircare line and was happy to have been introduced to them. The products are reasonably priced and packed with good ingredients that I'm sure you all will love. To find out more about the line and to shop visit their website at http://www.obinaturalhair.com/.



Here are a couple of pictures of my hair styled with the Curl Moisture Cream and Curl Enhancing Custard.




**information obtained from the OBI Natural Haircare website.

Disclaimer: I was given the above mentioned products solely for the purpose of completing this review. I was NOT paid or encouraged to provide a positive review. I have given an honest description of my experience with these products and I am in no way responsible for your experience with the product and/or company.


Enter the giveaway below for your chance to win ALL 4 of the products I reviewed. Good luck!!!

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Sunday, January 27, 2013

***My Black Skin...Giveway and Discount***


I hope you all enjoy this giveaway sponsored by the wonderful owner of my black skin is....One lucky winner will get to choose one of the six tee shirt designs pictured above.

The giveaway will run from Sunday January 27th until 12 am EST Friday February 1st. The winner will be announced on February 2nd. All entries will be verified so please make sure you follow the rules so your entry will count.  Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

The owner is also offering all of my loves 25% off everything on the website through February 28th. That is an amazing offer so hurry over to http://www.myblackskinis.com/ and get to shopping! Use the code: Kinky at checkout to get the discount. 

Good Luck and Happy Shopping!!

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Sunday, December 16, 2012

***The Happy Holidays Giveaway***



Tis the season for giving so here are some wonderful gifts from me to YOU!!!

There will be one winner for each prize who will be selected at random. The giveaway will run from December 16th until 12:01 EST on December 24th. The winners will be selected on December 25th. Use the rafflecopter widgets below to enter to win. As alwasy ALL entries will be verified so please make sure to follow all the rules so your entries will count!!!

Good luck and happy holidays!!!


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Saturday, November 10, 2012

***EboniCurls Giveaway***

Finally the giveaway you have all been waiting for......EboniCurls is hooking The Kinky Khronicles' fans up and so graciously providing 2 sets and 1 pillowcase for this giveaway! There will be 3 winners who will all be selected randomly. The giveaway will run from November 10th until 12:01am EST on November 13th. The winners will be announced on November 13th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. ALL entries will be verified so please be sure to follow the instructions so your entries will be counted.

Good Luck loves!!

**Giveaway is open to US residents only 


1st prize: Seasonal Zebra Set- Double Lined Ebonnet, pillowcase, scrunchie and a fleece throw blanket



2nd prize: Seasonal Retro Dreams Set-Ebonnet (NOT double lined), pillowcase, scrunchie and a fleece throw blanket

3rd prize: Minnie Mouse Pillowcase


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Monday, September 3, 2012

***Urban Mosaics T-shirt Giveaway***

I'm so excited to be able to host a giveaway for Urban Mosaics!! I've had the pleasure of meeting and becoming good friends with the owner, Stacy. I love the designs, the message behind them, and the quality.

So here is the deal....one lucky winner will win one shirt of their choice. The shirt must be one that is currently in stock so you must visit the website www.urban-mosaics.com to see what is available.

This giveaway will run from September 3rd until 12:01 EST on September 8th. The winner will be announced on September 9th. ALL entries will be verified so please make sure you are following all the giveaway rules so your entries will count. Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

Good Luck!!

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Sunday, July 29, 2012

**ReVe Essentials Pick 2 Giveaway**


So I'm sure many of you guessed that I would end this fabulous month of giveaways with one sponsored by ReVe Essentials. It's been a long time since we've sponsored a giveaway so we are very happy to bring this one to you all!

One winner will choose 2 full size products along with their desired scent. If you've purchased from ReVe before I'm sure you have a product and scent option in mind but for those who have not please visit www.reveessentials.com to see what products and scents we offer.

This giveaway will run from July 29th until 12:01am EST on August 4th. The winner will be announced on August 4th. ALL entries will be verified so please make sure you are following the giveaway rules so your entries will count. Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

Good Luck!!!
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Sunday, July 22, 2012

**Lovemade Treasures Start Your Stack Giveaway**

I'm so excited about giveaway 4 of 5....this one has been a long time coming!! The fabulous and very talented Bee Marie of Lovemade Treasures is giving the opportunity for one very lucky person to win two of her beautiful, handmade stack bracelets. We all know the more arm candy the better so we want to help one lucky person start their own stack. These multi-color bracelets are perfect to start one heck of an arm party. The winner will have the option of switching the cancer charm pictured above to their zodiac sign.

Since I'm posting this giveaway so late I will run it for an extra day. This giveaway will end at 12:01am EST on July 29th. The winner will be announced on that same day. ALL entries are verified so please make sure you are following the giveaway rules. Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

Good Luck!!

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Sunday, July 15, 2012

**My Black Skin Is T-shirt Giveaway**

The 3rd giveaway of the month is being sponsored by one of my favorite apparel companies my black skin is....If you follow my blog at all you all know that I totally love the owner and actually own a few of his designs!!

As always the giveaway rules are very simple however, they rules must be followed in order for your entries to count. The giveaway will run from July 15th until 12:01am est on July 21st. I will announce the winner on July 21st. Use the rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

Good luck!!!


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Sunday, July 8, 2012

**Eargasims Accessories Waist Bead Giveaway**


Giveaway 2 of 5 for the month of July is being sponsored by Eargasims Accessories!! This time she's giving away 1 waist bead. They are really cute and in my opinion they make the perfect summer accessory. In case you are wondering what waist beads are here is a description taken from Earagaims' Facebook page: 


Waist beads are like necklaces or bracelets that are worn around your waist. In some cultures, waist beads are a symbol of a woman's  confidence in her body and her sexuality. These beads can be made loose enough  to hang low on your hips or wrap comfortably around your waist. (eHow)
Waist beads are an age old African tradition and are worn for vast reasons and purposes to celebrate femininity, healing, spirituality, power, balancing, attracting and keeping a mate, rites of passage, rejuvenation, initiations, first menses, energy, and body shaping. African women have traditionally worn waist beads beneath their clothing placed beneath the belly button and can be single or multiple strands.  Other cultures proudly display the beads over their clothes or on bare midriffs. The art of adorning ones self has been practiced since the beginning of time. Today waist beads are alive and well in the United States, where they are worn as a form of self expression and style, but can still have any significance the wearer chooses.  http://www.creativewaistbeads.com/

So here we go....this giveaway will run from July 8th until 12:01am est on July 14th. The winner will be announced on July 14th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. ALL entries will be verified so please make sure to follow the instructions so your entries will count!


Good Luck!!

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Sunday, July 1, 2012

**Ouidad Double Detangler Giveaway**

I mentioned on my Facebook page that I would be doing 5 giveaways for the month of July to celebrate reaching 1500 likes. Thanks to all of you who have liked my page and continue to follow my journey.


To start off the giveaways we have the Ouidad Double Detangler. Based on my review you all know I really really LOVE this tool. A lot of you all expressed interest in trying it for yourself so here is your chance to win. One lucky winner will receive 1 Ouidad Double Detangler. The giveaway will run from July 1st until 12:01am est on July 7th. The winner will be announced on July 7th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. ALL entries will be verified so please be sure to follow the instructions so your entries will count.


Good Luck Kinks!!



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Disclaimer: Ouidad provided me with this product for the purpose of doing a review. I was under no obligation to write a positive review or host a product giveaway in return for the free product. The Kinky Khronicles is in no way responsible for your experience with Ouidad.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

***NY Naturals Raw Vegan Kale Chips Giveaway***

Recently I asked you all if you had ever tried kale chips before and much to my surprise there were many of you who have had and enjoy them. Well, while I had heard a lot about this healthy alternative to my beloved potato chip I had never had the opportunity to try them. Amy, over at NY Naturals so graciously provided me with a variety pack of kale chips to try and I can now understand what the hype is about. While I enjoyed some flavors more than others I definitely enjoy kale chips as a whole.


With that being said I am so happy that I was given the opportunity to run a giveaway and offer one lucky winner a variety pack that includes 6 different flavors of kale chips which has a retail value of $60. The giveaway will run from June 19th until 12:01am est on June 27th. The winner will be announced on June 28th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. ALL entries will be verified so please be sure to follow the instructions so your entries will count.


Good luck!!!
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Sunday, April 8, 2012

**Tropical Traditions Gold Label Coconut Oil Giveaway**

If you follow my Facebook page then you know my favorite EVCO is made by Tropical Traditions. I recently wrote a review on the product and was super excited to be given the opportunity to host a giveaway for the brand. One randomly selected winner will win a 32oz jar of the Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil. The giveaway will run from April 8th until 12:01am est on April 14th. The winner will be announced the afternoon of April 14th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. ALL entries will be verified so please be sure to follow the instructions so your entries will count.

Good Luck!!

Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review. I was under no obligation to review it nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review or sponsor a product giveaway in return for the free product.

Sunday, March 18, 2012

**Eargasims Accessories Double Hoop Earrings Giveaway**


I have another amazing giveaway for my Kinkies, this one is sponsored by Eargasims Accessories. The owner/designer happens to be an active follower on The Kinky Khronicles and I had no idea she had her own company until she reached out to me to do this giveaway. She has some beautiful pieces and I'm so happy to be given the opportunity to host this giveaway for her.

One randomly selected person will win the pair of earrings pictured above. The giveaway will run from March 18th until 12:01am est on March 24th. The winner will be announced the afternoon of March 24th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win. All entries will be verified so please be sure to follow the instructions so your entries will count.

Good luck!!

Sunday, March 4, 2012

***Carisma Designs Polka Dots Button Earrings Giveaway***


To kick off our giveaways for the month of March I teamed up with founder and creative designer of Carisma Designs, T. Marie Jones. Without any hesitation she provided this super fly pair of earrings to be won by one lucky winner. The giveaway will run from March 4th until 12:01am est on March 10th. The winner will be announced on March 11th. Use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter to win.

Good Luck!!

Giveaway rules:
  • Like The Kinky Khronicles fan page
  • Like the Carisma Designs fan page
Bonus entries:
  • Comment on Carisma Designs' facebook fan page wall "The Kinky Khronicles sent me"
  • Follow @KinkyKhronicles on Twitter
  • Follow @CarismaDesigns on Twitter
Additional information:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must complete both mandatory task to be eligible to win (all entries will be verified)
  • Completing the bonus entries will allow up to 6 additional entries in the giveaway
  • The maximum number of entries you can earn is 10
  • If the winner does not respond within 24 hours from the time the announcement is made they will forfeit their prize and another winner will be selected

Sunday, February 26, 2012

***Denman D3 Medium Styling Brush Giveaway***



Hey Kurlfriends,

What an exciting month we've had full of amazing giveaways!! For the final February giveaway I will be giving away one of my favorite detangling tools, the Denman D3 Medium Styling Brush. This styling brush has 7 rows of nylon pins. The famous Denman anti-static rubber pad provides maximum grip and control during blow-drying for shaping hair. When used properly it is awesome for detangling and distributing product throughout your hair. 

Since there is always some confusion on how, where, and what is needed to enter the giveaway I'm going to try something different. This giveaway is powered by Rafflecopter and will hopefully make entering a little easier. One lucky winner will receive the Denman brush pictured above. The giveaway will run from February 26th until 12:01am est on March 3rd. I will announce the winner the afternoon of March 3rd.

Giveaway rules:
 Bonus entries:
Additional information:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must "like" The Kinky Khronicles fan page to be eligible to win
  • Completing bonus entry tasks give you up to 4 additional giveaway entries
  • If the winner does not respond within 24 hours from the time the announcement is made they will forfeit their prize and another winner will be selected.


 Good luck!!

Sunday, February 19, 2012

***Cocoa Babies 100% Natural Tee Giveaway***


Hey Kurlies,

As promised this month is full of awesome giveaways from some of my favorite apparel, accessory, and product companies! This time I have teamed up with the owner of Cocoa Babies, Nia Tillett-McAdoo for a giveaway. Cocoa Babies was birthed in 2005 with 2 eye-catching designs, Cornbread Fed and Pretty Little Brown Girl. The idea for Cocoa Babies was born a year earlier after the line's creator was inspired to design clothing that represented a healthy alternative to the sexually explicit and otherwise inappropriate messages she found were far too commonplace in the wardrobes of our young people. Cocoa Babies began with a focus on children's clothing and quickly expanded to include a full range of both children and adult items. Driven by the same spirit that inspired the Black Power Movement of the 1970's, Cocoa Babies has cultivated and reincarnated many times over the message that 'Black Is Beautiful'. 

So here's the deal, one lucky winner will receive the 100% Natural ladies fitted tee-shirt pictured above. The giveaway will run from February 19th until February 24th and the winner will be selected on February 25th. Follow the instructions below and enter for your chance to win.

Good luck!!


Enter to win:
  • 1 Cocoa Babies 100% Natural Tee
Giveaway rules:
Bonus entries:
Additional information:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must complete all 3 task to be eligible to win (and I will double check)
  • Every bonus entry task you complete will count as 1 additional giveaway entry
  • If the winner does not respond within 24 hours from the time the announcement is made they will forfeit their prize and another winner will be selected 


Sunday, February 5, 2012

***"my black skin is..." Tee Shirt Giveaway***



Hey Kinkies,

If you've been following my blog, which I'm sure you all have, you caught the interview I did with the owner of "my black skin is...", Eugene Slusher. As I'm sure you all know by now this fella has an amazing collection of apparel that is designed with us in mind. So how perfect is it to have a giveaway during Black History Month that celebrates what our black skin is? 

Here's the deal, Eugene has agreed to give the opportunity to 2 lucky winners to win one of his "my black skin is..." tees. The giveaway will run from February 5th until February 10th. The winners will be announced on February 11th. All you have to do is follow the 3 easy instructions below to be entered to win!

Good Luck!!

Enter to win:
  • 1 of 2 "my black skin is..." tee shirts
Giveaway rules:
Additional info:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must complete all 3 task to be eligible to win (and trust me I will check)
  •  The first winner will choose which of the 2 tee shirts they want and the 2nd winner will receive the other
  • If the winners do not respond within 24 hours from the time the announcement is made they will forfeit their prize and other winners will be selected

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

**Autographed Copy of "Thank God I'm Natural" Giveaway**


Thank God I’m Natural: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for and Maintaining Natural Hair has been hailed by Essence magazine as “The Natural Hair Bible” and for good cause. Inside the 200 plus natural hair-care guide are product tips for natural hair, homemade hair care recipes and myths about going natural that author and Harvard law graduate Chris-Tia Donaldson debunks. This book is perfect for the transitioner, natural newbie or long time curly girl and that is why I wanted to offer the chance for one of you to win it. I reached out to TGIN and they so graciously offered an autographed copy of the book. The giveaway will run from February 1st until February 3rd. The winner will be announced on February 4th. Follow the instructions below and enter for your chance to win.


Good Luck!!




Enter to win:
  • 1 autographed copy of Thank God I’m Natural: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for and Maintaining Natural Hair

Giveaway Rules:


Additional info:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must complete both task to be eligible to win
  • If the winner does not respond within 24 hrs from the time the announcement is made they will forfeit their prize and another winner will be selected

Saturday, January 21, 2012

*****Bon Bon Vie Brown Skin Lady Tee Giveaway*****

Hey Kurlfriends,

Let me start by saying I am so thankful that Shari over at Bon Bon Vie was gracious enough to sponsor this giveaway for my readers. Last year I saw a picture of a kurlfriend in this tee and immediately knew I had to have it. I purchased it within five minutes of seeing it. I can't tell you how many compliments I receive when I wear it. I thought it would be a PERFECT tee for one lucky brown skin lady to win!! The giveaway will run from January 21st until January 27th. The winner will be announced on January 28th. Follow the instructions below and enter for your chance to win.

Good Luck!!!


Enter to win:
  • 1 Bon Bon Vie Brown Skin Lady Tee
Giveaway Rules:
Additional info:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • You must complete all 3 task to be eligible to win

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

**********KICKING OFF 2012 WITH A GIVEAWAY**********

Chocolate Chick Wooden Afro Girl Earrings

Hey Kinkys,

Welcome to The Kinky Khronicles' first of hopefully many giveaways for 2012!!! To kickoff the new year the talented Toni Daley agreed to sponsor a pair of her beautiful, handcrafted earrings for one lucky winner. She offers a wide variety of designs that are the perfect accessory for any 'fro! The giveaway will run from January 3rd until January 13th. The winner will be announced on January 14th. Follow the instructions below and enter for your chance to win.

Good Luck!!!



Enter to win: 
Giveaway Rules:
  • Share the giveaway photo and details on YOUR Facebook wall by hitting the "share" button underneath the photo.
  • Leave a comment on the Chocolate Chick Wooden Afro Girl Earrings photo telling me how you like to accessorize your 'fro and provide your email address.
Additional info:
  • The winner will be selected using www.randomizer.org
  • The winner can select 1 pair of earrings by visiting www.shop.tonidaley.com
  • You must complete all 3 task to be eligible to win