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“Think Before You Speak” (Sara's Blog)

By SoLatina | November 19, 2011 - 4:40 pm |
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At times, being a single mother leaves me vulnerable to people’s advice, comments, and judgments. Most of the time, it is unwanted. Nearly two years ago I made the decision to bring another child into this world. This time I chose to do it all alone. During my last pregnancy, I left a bad relationship. This time, there was no relationship. Little did I know that this time around would be so different and so rewarding at the same time! This … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – "To Dye Or Not To Dye…THAT Is The Question"

By SoLatina | October 26, 2011 - 3:57 pm |
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Hello Ladies! I have taken the time to write this blog post to give you all the 101’s about hair color. Many of you have already taken the trip to the drug store and bought your own hair color in a “Do it Yourself” process. Many of you only trust your hair to a professional, who has guaranteed and delivered awesome results. Finally, many of you are still carrying that lovely virgin mane of hair. Regardless of whom you are, each … Read more →

"How To Be A Strong Single Mom"

By SoLatina | June 2, 2011 - 1:31 pm |
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This article was taken from Vivacious Mum. Vivacious Mum is a member of the Diary of a Single Mom Bloggers Network. Please visit Vivacious Mum! “How To Be A Strong Single Mom” Through all the hardships of raising kids as a single mom, there are moments of utter bliss. But often mothers suffer feelings of hopelessness and aloneness. In the end, a mother hopes only for the best for her children. The … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Another Question About Thinning Hair And Flat Irons

By SoLatina | December 30, 2010 - 6:39 pm |
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Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Another Question About Thinning Hair And Flat Irons

QUESTION: Please help! I’m a hairstylist and my hair is thinning. I always take good care of it. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. I think it could be the “plancha” (flat iron). Please tell me what to use or do. Thank you! YVETTE’S ADVICE: Muchacha! If you know it’s the “Plancha” (flat iron) making your hair thin THEN STOP USING IT MAMA! If you want straight hair in the most healthiest way possible then wrap your hair every night … Read more →

Everyday Family (Victoria’s Blog #6)

By SoLatina | November 18, 2010 - 3:11 pm |
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Everyday Family (Victoria’s Blog #6)

I have a friend, well she is more like mi hermanita, who is going through a lot. I am like an older sister for her because I’m 21 and she’s 13. Her parents told my parents that she seems so different. She isn’t talking to them, she’s giving them attitude, being disrespectful etc. She’s going through that teenager stage where you wanna be cool and do everything the other girls do, trying to find yourself etc. I don’t know how to … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Lightening Your Skin

By SoLatina | September 27, 2010 - 2:33 pm |
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Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Lightening Your Skin

QUESTION: Hi Yvette. I just wanted to know what is a good way to lighten skin. I heard about skin lightening lotion but i’m not sure that works. I just wanted to know if you had any suggestions? YVETTE’S ADVICE: Thanks for your question, but first I need to know why exactly you would like to lighten your skin because there’s many reasons why your skin might be darkened. For example, it can be hereditary (i.e. getting it from your parents … Read more →

Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Dark Circles Underneath Your Eyes

By SoLatina | September 24, 2010 - 1:00 pm |
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Cosmetologist Yvette Camilo – Dark Circles Underneath Your Eyes

QUESTION: What is a good way to cover up dark circles under my eyes? I’ve always had them and have yet to find a good way to cover them. YVETTE’S ANSWER: Hi Hun, Thanks for your question. There are many things that might be causing your dark circles: lack of sleep, stress or depression, nutrient deficiency, sun exposure, medicines, etc. The list keeps on going so there’s no possible way we can sit here and pick which one is causing your … Read more →

Yvette Camilo – SoLatina’s New Cosmetologist & Beauty Expert

By SoLatina | September 23, 2010 - 5:29 pm |
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Yvette Camilo – SoLatina’s New Cosmetologist & Beauty Expert

Hi everybody! We want to introduce you to Yvette Camilo, SoLatina’s new beauty expert. Yvette is a licensed cosmetologist and was a top contributor for Yahoo’s Answers’ Cosmetology Forum for two years. Feel free to ask Yvette any questions regarding beauty, make-up, skin care, nails, etc: [email protected]

Psychologist Dr. Clara Lora Answers A Question About Relationships

By SoLatina | September 20, 2010 - 9:17 pm |
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QUESTION: There’s this guy I go out with…nothing serious, but we do go out. He doesn’t want anything serious and neither do I. It’s just that he calls or texts me whenever he wants. If i call or text him, he doesn’t answer. I really like him and that’s why I see him whenever HE wants to see me. I really get mad because it’s always when he wants to see me…not when I want to see him. Should I keep this going on? … Read more →

Somebody In Your Shoes (Michelle’s Blog #5)

By SoLatina | August 30, 2010 - 6:00 pm |
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Somebody In Your Shoes (Michelle’s Blog #5)

Todays Topic: It’s just something my abuelita use to tell me. And it’s been on my mind. “Hija, usted no se puede mandar el corazon, el corazon siempre te manda. But sometimes you gotta tell that bit** to shut the fu** up!” Hay abuelita, u were so wise. I miss u.