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That Angelic Being Angelique Noire

by Cary

Classic pinup has become a huge phenomena lately, what about it first captured your interest?
Since a young girl I began collecting Alberto Vargas pictures that I admired. I also loved watching movies with Dorothy Dandridge, Lena Horne, Rita Hayworth, Marilyn Monroe, Betty Grable, Jane Mansfield, and more. These women looked so glamorous, classy, feminine, with a sexiness that was obvious but not gaudily overstated. I found these images to be examples of what I envisioned myself being able to imitate when I was old enough to do so.

What do you think about pinup becoming part of the mainstream culture?
I don't think this look has ever left because it is timeless. Since the times when it was at the height of it's popularity, women continue to revisit this style at various points in their fashion journey. Gwen Stefani, Dita Von Teese, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and many more entertainers are putting their own twist on this classic look, and making it more visible, but I highly doubt there will be a time when ultra sexy, feminine, classic beauty will ever vanish from mainstream.

What is it that excites you about pinup modeling?
I kinda feel like I am the first Black modern day pinup :) Being that I have yet to see a chocolate color woman packaged in the 1940s/50s pinup style, I feel like I am able to put my mark on this undeveloped territory. Though I have been a professional model working for various clients doing clothing catalogues, commercials, print advertisements, runway shows, etc, I rarely booked jobs that presented me in the pinup style. As a result, I birthed the Angelique Noire persona on July 14, 2011 to indulge my passion for recreating this retro look for photos, videos, and even for my walks to the grocery store :) I am overwhelmed by the positive responses that I have received as a result!

 Are there any other creative mediums you work in?
As a means of saving money (or being cheap), I have developed my skills in digital editing, video editing, and photography. I am very much into doing arts and crafts. I paint, make hair accessories, dabble in sewing outfits, restore/redecorate vintage hats, glue Swarovski crystals on as many things as possible, and more! I have too many hobbies, and ideas to keep myself occupied that I could never find myself bored.

What are your favorite types of outfits to model in?
Colorful wiggle dresses and lingerie. I LOVE bright colors and pastel hues against my skin tone.

What are your least favorites?
I am not a fan of thongs. I'll wear them, but not happy to be in them. I'd rather go panty-less than wear those annoying booty slings.

What kind of music do you like?
It depends on my mood. Most of the time I like music with adown tempo, jazz, lounge vibe such as Wax Tailor, Billie Holiday, Bebel Gilberto, and Edith Piaf playing while I'm doing things throughout the day. If I want something with an up tempo to dance to, I listen to samba, salsa, meringue, and hip hop. If I feel like singing (at least pretending that I can), I listen to Gospel and R&B. If I am feeling like something a little more exotic I listen to east Indian music.

What do you like to do for fun?
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE!!!!I am also ADDICTED to Words With Friends!!!!!!!!!!!I use to play Scrabble a lot against my computer, but just a few months ago discovered that I can play against my Facebook and Twitter friends. I've been hooked ever since. My username is Modelnoire by the way...challenge me if you dare! Muah ah ah ah aaaah (wicked laugh)

See more of Angelique Noire:

www.thepinupnoire.com

www.facebook.com/pages/PinUp-Angelique-Noire-Like-Me-Page/216850215028305

www.twitter.com/pinupnoire

www.youtube.com/thepinupnoire

www.modelmayhem.com/pinupnoire

To shampoo or not to shampoo? That is the question that a lot of people are wondering being that there are so many products on the market that are filled with chemicals that are not so good for your hair and even your health.

Shampoos are among the most frequently reported products to the FDA. Reports include eye irritation, scalp irritation, tangled hair, swelling of the hands, face and arms...to name a few. The main cause of these problems is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.  It’s in so many shampoos because it is cheap.

Sodium lauryl sulfate is a degreaser typically found in car washes and mechanic garages to rid the cars of grease. So it is also strong enough to dissolves the oils on your skin, causing you to think you are squeeky clean, but in reality it can cause a drying effect. It is also well documented that it denatures skin proteins, which causes not only irritation, but also allows environmental contaminants easier access to the lower, sensitive layers of the skin.

It has been linked to health problems such as problems from PMS and Menopausal symptoms, to dropping male fertility and increasing female cancers such as breast cancer, where oestrogen levels are known to be involved. There are more details about SLS in another video I have made about ingredients to beware of, as well as an extensive list of ingredients on my website.

So SLS is only 1 ingredient out of many that are usually found in shampoos and conditioners that I have talked about  That bring us back to why people choose not to shampoo their hair.  I know that sounds disgusting, but here are some truths about this concept.  Some people choose to just shampoo with conditioner because they contain less amounts of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.  Other’s choose to go organic...but even that you can’t always trust because organic products still sometimes put SLS in their products.  So READ THE LABELS to make sure it doesn’t contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and other toxic ingredients.  Then there are people who use a baking soda mix and then rinse with apple cider vinegar.  I find this method very effective.


Ingredients you will need:
Baking soda

Distilled bottled water

Organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar



Warm two 12 oz glasses of the distilled water on high for 1 minutes.  You just want to get it warm. Then mix in 4 tablespoons of baking soda and stir for an extra minute.  Next pour the mixture into a large bottle and shake.

For the rinse pour 4oz of organic apple cider vinegar into another larger bottle.  Then add 2, 12oz glasses of room temperature distilled water and shake.

Begin with saturating your hair with the baking soda mix and concentrate on massaging your scalp as you pour, and work through your hair.  It takes some getting use to the concept of washing your hair without bubbles, but your hair is getting clean. Next pour the apple cider vinegar mixture to rinse thoroughly. If you like you can rinse again with plain lukewarm water. Then towel dry and style as usual.  It is best to let your hair air dry.  Viola!  Clean hair without the harmful chemicals found in shampoos and conditioners.