Just LUSHcious

How many times have we heard beauty products selling line of 'soft and beautiful skin'? Too many I'm sure, but how many deliver these promises? With my experiences not too many, however there are a few that give over and above. One of my fav beauty stores is LUSH and it's just what it is...LUSHcious!


Their bath and beauty products are 100% Vegetarian, hand-made and never tested on animals. In my opinion a great way to go green and feel fab. I discovered LUSH two years ago and since then I've been hooked. Here are a few of my top picks:

Buffy Body Butter $10.75


If anything you NEED this! Your skin will never feel the same.


Mange Too Massage Bar $9.75


With the honey and white chocolate scent this is definitely something you need to indulge in and you don't even need lotion after you use it. Seriously it works because I can get quite ashy at time. Use it after the Buffy Body Butter for even softer skin.


Sonic Death Monkey Shower Gel $9.75


I know your like Sonic Death Monkey? Trust me it smells better than it sounds. Being a lovely chocolate girl myself, I literally smelled like chocolate after using it and it definitely got the attention of everyone I passed by (especially the fellas). Use the combo of this, the buffy and the massage bar for the ultimate skin.


Lemony Flutter Cuticle Cream $13.25


I started using this when I needed to do something about the roughness of my hands. It says cuticle but it's a great moisturizer for your hands and other areas that are slightly rough. It can get a little oily so use less during the day and more at night when your going to sleep.


Angel's On Bare Skin Cleanser $1.00-$9.95


I have oily skin so this was a great remedy to keep the oily under control and keep it soft




So, if your looking for something that keeps moisture locked in, makes your skin soft and gives you that glow all while smelling delicious, try LUSH.

Keep Moving Forward

Even though I'm in my 20's I'm a sucker for a good Disney movie. They're barely for kids anymore with most of the dialogue that's going on. One recent movie has stuck out and has become a classic in my collection. If you haven't seen "Meet the Robinsons" I suggest you do. The plot surrounds a boy who loves making inventions; makes a time machine that takes him to the future and well...you get the point. What I love most about the movie is the motto, "Keep moving forward". No matter how many times this boy's inventions failed he continued to keep it moving until one day, he got it right.


Much of what happened in the movie can be related to our lives. I'm always inspired to try new things (like blogging!) and sometimes fear of failure gets in the way, it happens to all of us. I'm not sure where you ladies are at in your lives but if there is anything holding you back from doing what you want to do because of what "might happen", clear it out your mind and keep moving forward. At some point we're going to make mistakes, fall, get set back, but it's during those times where the motivation is needed most. Things are always easier when they're going great, but if there's a goal, dream or something that you’re striving for it requires dedication.


So I wanted to leave you with an encouraging post to tell you to not to get discouraged and that anything and I mean anything is possibly as long as you what?......


KEEP MOVING FORWARD!

And most of all, don't look behind.


Got any words of wisdom to keep moving forward, don't be afraid to share!

A Girl's BFF

Quote of the week: "No gold digging for me...I take diamonds." -- Mae West

I want to talk to all the ladies that have their own. Skip independency, that's getting a bad rep. For all the women that have a man, but still have your own supply without him...this is dedicated to you. As I passed a beautiful condo building downtown, I started hoping, dreaming, and wishing that I could have it. Then I started thinking about the kinda truck I want to be pushing in the new year. Hmm...then I thought, why don't I have a new wardrobe. The "why don'ts" get endless, and before you know it you've wished your way right into depression! Wrong answer! I am too young to already be feeling sorry for myself, not even!

I went to church today and Pastor happened to be talking about prosperity and riches. He always talks about possessing your inheritance, but today I heard something different. If everything on this earth belongs to my Father and I'm an heir, I am entitled to everything as well. Am I preaching to someone out there?! I came to find out that the condo is mine, the truck is mine, and the new wardrobe is as well (so attainable). I have been keeping myself from the promises of God for long enough. I am claiming it in Jesus' name! Who says I'm too young and poor to have it, bc they are nothing but dead air! I'm moving on up. Don't tell me what it looks like, tell me what God says about it!

So, what does this have to do with the "got her own" queens, you might ask. Watch this! Instead of getting jealous everytime I see a fellow queen drive by in a PINK Range, I should be using that as confirmation that God takes care of us all. If we ask according to His word and believe we have received, it's ours. And what better confirmation than someone the same age, with the same degree, and job, who's pushing a Lex? No longer will I be jealous, but motivated to speak those things and take hold of my inheritance! Thank you KQs for holding it down and making room for me at the TOP!

Is It 5:00 Yet??

Is it me or does the clock sometimes seem to go slower on Friday afternoons?

Maybe it's me.


But whatever the case Happy Friday lovelies! And to all my working 9-5 women, Happy Freedom Friday...the freedom of the weekend awaits for us just in a matter of hours that can't come fast enough.

I don’t have any new posts for today but only one thing and that’s a special Happy Birthday to our own Ms. Nels! Love you boo!


Look for lots more new posts next week, until then, enjoy the weekend!

Where You Been Chick??

I know your probably thinking that we fell of the face of the earth and perhaps we did (just for a lil’ minute), but we’re back!

KabQueen was first created solely for a fashion, beauty and health but as our fabulous lives go on we know that there’s so much more to discuss, so we’ll be having new features such as book reviews, social issues, what we’re wearing, man problems, updates on beauty products that work and we love, rants and raves, and also give you a chance to ask us questions about absolutely anything! Need advice? We got you. Special remedy to get over a hang-over? No prob.

So anything you want to see on the blog, let us know and we’ll be sure to get on there for your reading pleasure.

So thank you for your support thus far and keep checking back for updates, deuces!


Sincerely,

The KabQueens

Man of the Moment

Hey lovely KQ's! This afternoon I bring the second installment of our Man of the Moment. This week's MOTM is actor/model Lance Gross. And let me say I can never get enough of this chocolatey goodness!


Lance has always had a love for acting and even recived his Bachelor of Arts in Theater from Howard University.


He started off his career as a model in videos for Rihanna and Mariah Carey as well as many other pop divas.


But we all know him for his role as "Calvin" in Tyler Perry's "House of Payne" on TBS.



And we all know him for being snatched up by ANTM winner Eva Marcille (damn!)




But I can't even hate, black love is beautiful love!



Be sure to see Lance in action in "House of Payne" and if you wanna make it a Blockbuster night check him out in Tyler Perry's "Meet The Browns" or if you wanna keep up with Lance, follow him on Twitter! www.twitter.com/lancegross.




Hope you got your chocolate fix!

Valentine's Day aka Single's Awareness Day

If we couldn't tell from all the red and pink decorations at our local drugstores and Wal-Mart's, Valentine's Day is around the corner. For those who have boo's it can be a great day filled with romance and for others who are boo-less it can be somewhat of a drag. But ladies let us get it together and remember what V-Day is about....love! Not just the romantic love but the unconditional love we have for the ones we care about. Yep that means mom, dad, bro and/or sis, bff's, besties, and most of all yourself! I firmly believe that everyday is Valentine's Day and you should tell the ones you love how you feel ALL the time however since it is a special occassion, make the most of it.


For all my single ladies, don't have a sour face cause he hasn't put a ring on it...honey your still free! So I reccommend taking the day as Single's Awarness Day. Embrace your independence and the love you have for yourself. Do something nice for your best girlfriend and treat yourself. Here are my Top 3 ideas to make your Single's Awareness Day the best you've ever had.



1. Pamper, Pamper, Pamper!

If you got the urge to slpurge get the works. I'm talking massage, facial and nails. But if your a budget baby like me opt for a relaxing bubble bath, paint the nails a new color and give yourself a facial that will have you glowing. Take a peek at some of my fav's:



If you love a little chocolate try,




Carol's Daughter SweetHoneyDipChocolateBrownSugah $7.50









Need a new nail color? Try OPI's La Collection De France with their fabulous deep color.


You Don't Know Jacques!

Wanna save the planet and have your face feeling flawless? Try Alba products with their all natural organic ingredients.

Alba Facial Maska Papaya Enzyme $12.99







2. Give a lil love...old school style.




Remeber Valentine's Day in elementary school? Yes they were filled with cartoon inspired V-Day cards. So why not do it again? Its less expensive and there are plently more to go around to put a smile on everyone's face.


3. Make it a Ladies Night

So the other chicas are single and loving it too? Grab the wine, cheese, desserts and all the ex-boyfriend stuff! I'm talking cards, pics anything you want to share and dish! There's nothing better than getting with your girls and talking about boys. You might find that your friends have some pretty funny stories about their past loves. And by the end of the night you all will realize how great it feels to be loved and to love each other.






Check back for Part II when I give some ideas for my Caked-Up Queens and their Valentine Kings!


Happy Friday!