*New Winners in the Giveaway Extravaganza!*

I didn't think I would have to select new winners, but 2 of the winners in the Giveaway Extravaganza did not email me. : \ I gave 72 hrs for them to contact me, but now it's been almost a week.... So I've randomly picked new winners. Sorry ladies, but the show must go on.

Ok, so let's try this again. Here are the new winners that were randomly picked from Random.org.

• The new Hair Rules Gift Set winner is L. Michelle!

• The new Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil for Hair Treatment winner is Lashawn Brown!

  Congratulations ladies! You have 72 hrs to contact me. Thank you everyone for entering!

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Following Instructions for Giveaways

Hey ladies!

Today's the last day to enter the giveaways in my 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza! Thank you all again for entering & spreading the word. :-) Good luck to you all! I wanted to address a few issues that I had with the giveaways. I really debated with myself about writing this, but after mentioning it on my Facebok wall, I decided to just write a full post to clear the air. Unfortunately, some of you didn't follow the directions on how to enter for some of the giveaways. I hate that I have to disqualify some of the entries because of this. Some ladies simply wrote, "I tweeted" when the actual tweet link was requested, or just sent me their Twitter username. There were other ones, but these are the ones I remember off the top of my head. It's not fair to the other ladies who actually followed the directions.

For future HairGurl giveaways (and there will be more) please, please, please read the instructions very carefully & follow them. You don't want to visit HG, read about a giveaway, enter, & then find out your entry was disqualified because you didn't follow the instructions. That's no fun. I try to make my giveaways as easy as possible because when I enter other people's giveaways I like for them to be simple & easy...or I just won't enter! I was just telling the hubs this the other day after I saw this complicated giveaway online. Today's the last day to enter the giveaways so those of you who aren't sure still have time to go back, read the instructions, & double check. Cool? :-) If you have any questions, leave me a comment or send me an email at thehairgurl (at) yahoo (dot) com. I'll be spending a good part of today & tommorrow going through all of the entries so bear with me if I don't answer immediately. :-) All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza end tonight at 11:59pm (central time)!!! Winners will be announced tommorrow!

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Giveaway Extravaganza #8: Hair Rules! (CLOSED)

I know ya'll have been having as much fun as I have (at least I hope so) with these giveaways. Thank you all for helping me celebrate my 2 year blogiversary. :-) Today's the last day of the Giveaway Extravaganza & I'm ending it with a big bang! Thank you to all of the sponsors because without you none of this would have been possible! Let's get to it. Today's sponsor is Hair Rules! This is a major giveaway & the winner will receive one of the biggest prizes of this entire 8 day extravaganza! :-) Thank you to the amazing people at Hair Rules for sponsoring!

About Hair Rules (from their website):
The Hair Rules Salon offers the healthiest approach to hair care and styling based on clients’ natural texture. This translates to nothing short of the best talent in the business, providing an exceptional level of service for all hair types. At Hair Rules New York, no texture is viewed as problematic; services are available from the truest classification of kinky hair to "won’t hold a curl" straight and every texture in between.

Our goal is to undo years of despair and disappointment by helping our clients re-discover their natural texture, embrace the versatility it offers, and wear it however they choose – but via healthy, responsible methods. Hair Rules redefines standards in hair care and styling services, taking the healthiest approach to achievable beauty as a means towards providing women with choices, as they relate to style and self expression.

Hair Rules New York is located at 828 Ninth Avenue (between 54th and 55th Streets). To book an appointment, please call 212.315.2929 or email salon@hairrules.com. For more information, please visit www.hairrules.com.

Here's their total line of products! You can also check it out here.

• Daily Cleansing Cream, 8 oz. (for all hair textures)
  

• Aloe Grapefruit Purifying Shampoo, 8 oz. (for all hair textures)
  

• Quench Conditioner, 8 oz. (for all hair textures)
  

• Nourishment Leave-In Conditioner, 8 oz. (for all hair textures)
  

• Hydrating Finishing Cream, 8 oz. (for all hair textures)
  

• Curly Whip, 2 oz. (for kinky & curly textures)
  

• Kinky Curly Cream, 2 oz. (for kinky & curly textures)
  

• Wavy Mousse, 2 oz. (for wavy, curly, & straight textures)
  

• Blow Out Your Kinks, 2 oz. (for kinky textures)
  

• Blow Out Your Curls, 2 oz. (for curly textures)
  

• Blow Out Your Waves, 2 oz. (for wavy textures)
  
  

Why did I list their entire line? They'll be customizing this gift set to fit the winner's hair texture. How cool is that? The winner is going to be one lucky lady. ;-) Here's how to get it!

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.

How to Enter:
*Like Hair Rules on Facebook. Then, write on their wall "HairGurl.com sent me!" Also, tell them whether you're a kinky, curly, wavy, or straight girl. For example-"HairGurl.com sent me & I'm a kinky girl!

This will be one comment that should include your name, email address, & telling me you liked Hair Rules on Facebook & wrote the required wording.

Extra Entry:
Tweet this "Win a @hairrules gift set on HairGurl.com!" Link this post. Leave me a separate comment with the link to your tweet. It has to be the link to the actual tweet not just your username.

That's it!

Don't forget to follow Hair Rules at the links below!
Website: www.hairrules.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hairrules
Twitter: www.twitter.com/hairrules
YouTube: www.youtube.com/hairrules

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!

Want to enter the other giveaways in the Giveaway Extravaganza? Click here!

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Giveaway Extravaganza #7: Komaza Care! (CLOSED)

I'm winding down the giveaways for the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza & I want to thank all of you ladies for entering the giveaways & supporting me. :-) It really means a lot. Sunday's giveaway is sponsored by the nice folks over at Komaza Care! One of you ladies will win not 1, but 2 hair care products from Komaza.

About Komaza Care (from their website):
Komaza is a small Christian African American owned business. We chose the Swahili word, Komaza, as our name because it defines what our products are designed to do and that is to encourage growth of beautiful healthy hair. Our mission is to encourage healthy habits within our culture and community as well, so we hope our website will provide you with excellent information to help you on your way to a more energetic and healthy way of living.

We are innovative and are always furthering our hair and health education to remain honest, knowledgeable, and helpful to our customers and their needs. We will always remain friendly, patient, and accessible to you because we are dedicated to you.

We understand and are focused on ethnic hair needs. Many products are marketed for all hair types, however, we are aware that African American hair needs special care. We have studied African American hair, thoroughly, from what our hair is made of to the common scalp afflictions and have designed high quality vegan products to suit and aide our hair in growth and strengthening.

The Komaza family strive to bring you the highest quality African American hair products with absolutely no compromise. We are dedicated to beautiful healthy hair and constantly use and review our products to ensure we achieve high quality standards and exceed expectations. We know you will receive much success and joy as we have when using Komaza Hair Care Products.

The 8 oz. Komaza Care Shea Butter Hair Lotion. This lotion retails for $12.00.

Also, the winner will receive the 8 oz. Komaza Care Moku Hair Butter. The retail value is $12.50.

These products look yummy! Here's how to win!

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.

How to enter: Leave me the name and email which you go by. Also, head over to Komaza Care & tell me what else you're interested in trying out.

That's it!

Follow Komaza Care the links below!
Website: www.komazacare.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/KomazaHairCare
Twitter: www.twitter.com/KomazaHairCare

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!


The last giveaway in the Giveaway Extravaganza will be featured tomorrow! Want to enter the other giveaways in the Giveaway Extravaganza? Click here!

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Giveaway Extravaganza #6: Curl Junkie! (CLOSED)

Good morning lovelies!

I hope you ladies are enjoying your Saturday. I know I am. I'm still in bed. Today's sponsor is Curl Junkie! Marsha, the beautiful owner of Curl Junkie, was happy to help me shower one of my readers with a free gift. :-)

About Curl Junkie (from their website):
Marsha Coulton, Owner, Licensed Cosmetologist, and Product Developer for Curl Junkie Hair Products, LLC, has one simple goal. That is to create at least one product that every person with textured hair can't live without. This is a challenging task to be sure, but has lead to the development of unique and effective, naturally based hair products that can answer the needs of anyone who wants easy to style, beautiful, & healthy, wash and go hair.

Founded in 2006, Curl Junkie Hair Products, LLC was inspired by a suggestion made by a student to the Owner back in her beauty school days. Annoyed with the lack of options for herself and her clients with textured hair, she began experimenting mixing up oils, butters, and conditioners. After receiving many requests to purchase her products from her clients, Curl Junkie was born.

Curl Junkie now has 18 products for all hair types to try, from straight to tightly coiled. If healthy, soft, and defined hair is your goal, Curl Junkie Hair Products is where you should start.

Want to see some natural hair inspiration?? Check out Marsha's hair growth!

Pic from Curl Junkie's Blog

I love her hair! Curl Junkie will be rewarding one reader with a 12 fl. oz. bottle of Repair Me! Reconstructive Hair Treatment! The retail value is $29.00. Check out what Marsha had to say about this protein conditioner here. Here are some photos I took of the bottle.

Now I just need to know where to send it!

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.

How to Enter: Leave me the name & email address you go by. Also, tell me something that you'd like to see more of on HairGurl.com. There's always room for improvement. ;-)

That's it!

Don't forget to check out Curl Junkie at the links below!

Website: www.curlyjunkie.com
Blog: curljunkie.blogspot.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Curl-Junkie/68213188360?ref=ts
Twitter: www.twitter.com/curljunkie

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!


Want to enter the other giveaways in the Giveaway Extravaganza? Click here!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter & Facebook for more of my ramblings about hair and anything else I want to talk about. :-)

Giveaway Extravaganza #5: BGLH Marketplace! (CLOSED)

It's Friday and ya'll already know what time it is. Giveaway time! As you can see, I'm having so much fun with this. Today's giveaway is sponsored by BGLH Marketplace! You ladies already know from this post that I would like to open my own beauty supply store. Leila, the lovely owner of BGLH Marketplace, is such a huge inspiration to me. She opened BGLH Marketplace, an online natural hair beauty supply store, just a few short months ago & her store has seen major success. A few days ago, she hit 500 orders! Congratulations Leila! I was definitely excited when she agreed to sponsor a giveaway on HairGurl.com. :-)

About BGLH Marketplace (from their website):
BGLH Marketplace is a Chicago-based business established in November 2010 by the creators of Black Girl with Long Hair. Our goal is to take the hassle out of natural hair shopping by being as customer-oriented as possible with quick shipping and frequent discounts. We will regularly add new products, jewelry and accessories to our inventory. Join our Facebook page to stay updated. Chicago residents can purchase their items shipping-free and collect them at our Wicker Park headquarters. Happy Shopping!

On to the good part! One HairGurl reader will receive 1 jar of Karen's Body Beautiful Luscious Locks Hair Mask! It retails for $24.99. I've heard such great things about this product. I'm a sucker for a good deep conditioner. You may not see it on BGLH Marketplace because it's sold out, but they should be getting some back in stock really soon.

Please read the rules & how to enter very carefully.

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is open to U.S, U.K, and Canadian residents.

How to Enter: We all have dreams. So tell me-What's your dream career? Are you working towards it or are you already doing it? I've told you mine. Now tell me yours. :-) Don't forget to leave me the name & email address you go by.

That's it!

Also, check out BGLH Marketplace online here: www.bglhmarketplace, & on Facebook: www.facebook.com/bglhmarketplace, on Tumblr: bglhmarketplace.tumblr.com, and on Twitter: www.twitter.com/bglhonline! And let's not forget about Leila's natural hair blog, Black Girl with Long Hair: www.bglhonline.com

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!

Want to enter the other giveaways in the Giveaway Extravaganza? Click here!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter & Facebook for more of my ramblings about hair and anything else I want to talk about. :-)

Giveaway Extravaganza #4: Folica! (CLOSED)

Good morning pretty ladies!

We're halfway through the Giveaway Extravaganza & I don't know about ya'll, but I'm having so much fun! :-) I really hope you've been enjoying the giveaways thus far. Today's giveaway is one of the biggest giveaways of the week!!! Yep! Folica is the sponsor for today's giveaway.:-) Folica, www.folica.com, is one of the top sites for hair products & tools. They don't just sell. They help you determine which product or tool is right for your hair. You can even post before and after photos & videos of your hair in the customer reviews. Most sites only let you post a written review. Being able to post actual visuals of your hair is definitely a treat. This was the first site I went to when I started my hair journey in 2007 & I was trying to figure out which flat iron to buy. Make sure you check out their Best of Folica list and their Top 10 lists. Okay, I've kept you waiting long enough. Well, the extremely sweet folks over at Folica are giving away something very special to one lucky reader....

If you're wondering what that is, let me personally introduce you to the Sedu Revolution Professional Styling Set! The set includes:

Sedu Revolution Flat Iron

* Over 450 reviews and 4.5 star rating!
* Freestyle Guiding System has anti-slip edges to capture hair within the plates for styling in one smooth pass through your hair
* True Nano Tourmaline Ceramic Technology produces a potent mass of negative ions and far-infrared heat that eliminates frizz and closes the cuticle for smooth, shiny results
* Fast heat-up time! Sedu delivers constant heat for a quicker and healthier styling process
* Adjustable temperature: 180 F - 450F (120C - 230C) for all hair types
* Lightweight, ergonomic design for added control and ease while styling
* Safety IDCI plug with surge protection to prevent electrical shocks
* Easy to read light-Red when heating up, blue/red blinking when ready, blue while cooling down
* Professional 9 foot swivel cord
* TWO YEAR (2) warranty

Sedu Revolution Mini Styler:
* Tourmaline Ionic plates with moisturizing ceramic heat create healthy, manageable and silky hair with luminous shine
* Convenient size with just 6 inches long - Ideal for office, gym or whenever you feel the need to touch up and polish.
* Travel Ready with built in dual voltage feature and bonus heat proof travel pouch
* Perfect for shorter hair styles, touch ups, straighten, curl, flip or finish
* 2 Years Warranty
* Includes heat protective glove
* Includes storage pouch

Zippered Nylon Organizer:
* Measures 12 inches long, 6.5 inches wide and 4 inches in depth
* Washable, water resistant nylon.
* Zippered top makes it easy to store all your hair tools and styling products and easily accessible
* Separate elastic pocket in the top keeps accessories like combs, pins, barrettes organized
* Handle sewn into top

Detangling Comb:
* Prepares hair for straightening
* Plastic wide tooth comb allows you to work through tangled hair easily

Sectioning Clips:
* 3 sectioning clips
* Easy separates hair to make styling your hair easier

Did you guys read that? That's 2 flat irons! And this set actually now has over 700 reviews on Folica. All of my hair fanatics already know that the Sedu is one of the TOP flat irons on the market. If you don't believe me, check out the top 10 list here. They have about 3 Sedu flat irons (including the Sedu Revolution) listed in the top 10. The Sedu Revolution is even listed as their Best Flat Iron for Curling. The winner of this flat iron will be getting a great set for FREE! The retail value is $169.99.

So now the burning question you have is, "How can I win this??"

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.

How to Enter:
*Leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following me.

Extra Entries (you can do both)

*Tweet about this giveaway saying, "Enter to win a Sedu Revolution Set on HairGurl.com." Link this post. Leave me a separate comment with the link to the tweet.

*'Like' me on Facebook. The FB link is in the right sidebar. Write on my wall, "Step back, the Sedu is mine!" Leave me a separate comment telling me what you did.

And that's it!

Remember to check out Folica's website, www.folica.com. You can also follow them on Twitter, www.twitter.com/folica , like them on Facebook, www.facebook.com/Folica, or subscribe to them on YouTube, www.youtube.com/folicatube!

Oh and did I also mention they also have a blog? Check it out at www.hairjunky.com

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter & Facebook for more of my ramblings about hair and anything else I want to talk about. :-)

Giveaway Extravaganza #3: Kato Collection! (CLOSED)

I'm very excited to announce Wednesday's sponsor! This giveaway is a little different because it's NOT hair related at all. It's earrings! :D I'm such an earrings girl. I don't feel quite like myself if I don't have a pair of earrings on. Kato Collection is a unique & funky online boutique that sells handmade wooden earrings & the owner Chaya is such a sweetie pie.:-) Here are some of my faves from her shop. There were so many to choose from!

Chaya has me really wanting to learn how to make jewelry now, lol. She is such a talented young lady. I could've listed more, but this isn't about me. It's about you. ;-) She is going to be giving one lovely reader their pick of 2 pair of earrings from her shop! So you choose what you want. You can even customize your earrings!

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is open to everyone no matter where you live. ;-)

How to Enter:
*Head over to Kato Collection (www.katocollection.com), browse through her collection, then come back to HairGurl & tell me your favorites in the comments section. You can list as many as you want.

Extra Entry
*Tweet about this giveaway with the tweet: "Enter to win 2 pair of earrings from Kato Collection on HairGurl.com!" (link this post) Leave me an extra comment with the link to the tweet.

OR
*Like me on Facebook & leave me a comment on my wall saying "I hope I win the Kato Collection Giveaway!" Leave me a comment telling me what you did.

Important: Just want to clarify so you guys can get a better understanding- For example, if you choose not to do the extra entry & you just want to enter the giveaway leave me one comment telling me your name & email address you go by while following HairGurl & your faves from Kato Collection. That is the 1st entry. If you want to do the extra entry, leave me an extra comment telling me what you did. If you choose to do the Twitter entry, leave me a link to the tweet. You don't have to link your Facebook comment, but you do have to leave me a comment telling me what you did on Facebook. :-) Please only pick one for the extra entry. :-)

That's it!

Also, check out Kato Collection on Facebook too! www.facebook.com/i.heart.katocollection

Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter & Facebook for more of my ramblings about hair and anything else I want to talk about. :-)

Giveaway Extravaganza #2: AfroVeda! (CLOSED)

(Image from AfroVeda's Facebook page)

It's Tuesday & it's time for another giveaway! Tuesday's giveaway is sponsored by AfroVeda! The owner over at AfroVeda is so amazing that she's giving away an entire Complete Healthy Hair Set retailing for $42 to one lucky reader! The set includes:

Keshi EMU & Jojoba Shine Oil, 2 oz.
Cleansing Herbal Hair Rinse, 4 oz.
Moringa Supreme Ginseng Leave-In Detangling Spray, 4 oz.
Curl Define, 4 oz.
PUR Whipped Hair Jelly, 4 oz.
Coconut Moisture Milk Conditioner, 8 oz.

About AfroVeda (from their website):
AfroVeda is the maker of Ayurvedic hair care products formulated to promote healthy, vibrant hair. The AfroVeda product line has been designed using the principles of Ayurveda, “Knowledge of Life”, and was created to provide African-American consumers with natural hair care products that nourish, replenish and protect the overall health of your hair.

Whether your hair is natural, kinky, curly, or straight your unique style begins with healthy hair. AfroVeda's Ayurvedic hair care products provide a holistic approach to hair care by using natural and organic herbs and botanicals to bring you products that work. Each product is specially formulated with a blend of nourishing ingredients such as Jojoba, Shea Nut Butter, Coconut Oil, Soy and Almond Oil, along with Ayurvedic herbs such as Bhringaraj, Ashwagandha, Amalaki and Neem to better meet the individual needs of each hair type. So braid it, relax it, loc it, twist it, or let it flow freely with products that are sure to provide the intense moisture natural hair needs that you desire.


I'm going to let you guys know right now...I'm hating on everyone who enters! I'm so jealous. hahaha. We had some technical difficulties yesterday so I'm going to set the Rules/How to Enter up a different way.

Rules:

*You must be a follower of HairGurl.com via Google Friend Connect, NetworkedBlogs, Feedburner, or Bloglovin'. The links are in the right side bar. :-) Make sure to leave me the name & email address in the comments you go by so I can double check & make sure you're following.

*You must be 18 years old or have the permission of your legal guardian if you're under 18.

*This giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.

How to Enter:
*Leave me a comment telling me the product or products in the Complete Healthy Hair Set that you're looking forward to trying the most & why. Example: I'm looking forward to trying the Moringa Supreme Ginseng Leave-In Detangling Spray because my hair is Tanglewood City!

That's it!

Don't forget to check out AfroVeda's site: www.AfroVeda.com, their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/AfroVeda.Hair.Products, & you can catch them on Twitter as well: @AfroVeda


Note: All of the giveaways in the 2 Year Giveaway Extravaganza will end on Thursday, March 10th at 11:59pm (Central Time). All winners will be announced on HairGurl.com on Friday, March 11th. Good luck!

Make sure you are following me on Twitter & Facebook for more of my ramblings about hair and anything else I want to talk about. :-)