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One of the best-kept secrets to great hair is coconut oil. The benefits of using coconut on your hair are well documented. But who sells coconut oil products specifically designed for your hair?
This article will show you some of the best coconut oil products for your hair and scalp.
What Does Coconut Oil Do For Your Hair?
Coconut oil is made up of a very beneficial ingredient: lauric acid. This acid has moisturizing properties and acts like a salve for your skin, specifically your scalp.
Because coconut oil seeps into your hair follicles relatively quickly, it has become a favorite in the hair industry.
The Benefits Of Coconut Oil
A U.S. government study on the benefits of coconut oil said this: “Previously published results showed that both in vitro and in vivo coconut oil (CNO) treatments prevented combing damage of various hair types.”
Coconut oil can also have the following benefits for your hair:
- Make it long and shiny
- Act as a detangler
- Keep dandruff to a minimum
- Moisturize the hair and scalp
Now let’s go over some great coconut oil on the market:
Lot of 3 Coconut Oil Cream 6 Oz/ea Coconut Oil Moisturizing Cream
Seborrheic Dermatitis Cream with Manuka Honey
NATUREWELL Extra Virgin Coconut Oil Moisturizing Cream
First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream
The Body Shop Butter, Coconut
Plantoria Plant Based Organic Coconut Oil With Vitamin E
Final Word
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An additional round of funds for the In Her Hands initiative, the largest guaranteed income program in the South, is expected to open. This time around, the community site is Southwest Georgia’s Clay-Randolph-Terrell county cluster, Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward and College Park, Georgia.
The site will open in early 2024. Read on to see the exact deadline for applications.
Program Offers Black Women $850 A Month, No Strings Attached
This article will tell you how to qualify and apply for the In Her Hands initiative.
What Is The In Her Hands Initiative?
In Her Hands is a $13 billion initiative to help solve financial insecurities facing America’s most vulnerable group: women of color. The program is backed by partnership the Georgia Resilience & Opportunity Fund (GRO Fund) and GiveDirectly and promises to provide unconditional cash transfers averaging $850 per month for two years to 650+ Black women in Georgia.
According to the GroFund’s website, the program is a bold move to reverse the economic fortunes of those who have fallen behind and been ignored by America’s policymakers and wealth-builders.
“We are disrupting ‘business as usual’ by promoting assistance that is direct, flexible, dignified, and specifically focused on improving the financial health of Black women,” it says on the website.
What Are The Requirements For The In Her Hands Fund?
Eligible applicants must be women 18 years or older (inclusive of transgender women and non-binary individuals) living in one of the three project sites chosen by the initiative. So far, the three project sites are:
- Old Fourth Ward (currently accepting applications)
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Southwest Georgia (Clay, Randolph, and Terrell County). (Application opened on June 6).
- College Park, Georgia
To qualify, you also must have been impacted by COVID-19 and make less than or equal to two times the federal poverty line.
How To Apply For the In Her Hands Initiative
To apply for the In Her Hands initiative, you need to be a black woman, a resident of the Old Fourth Ward and, as mentioned, earn less than or equal to two times the federal poverty line.
The final application period is set to open in 2024.
You will need to give some personal information such as:
- Your full name, date of birth, and home address
- A mobile phone number
- A picture of your photo ID (if you have one; if you do not have one, we will ask you to take a photo of yourself instead)
Here’s How Participants Will Be Selected
Participants will be chosen from a randomized lottery from the pool of eligible applicants. Half of the recipients will receive $850 a month for 24 months. The other half will receive a first, lump sum up payment for $4,300 followed by 23 months of $700 payments.
To submit, fill out this online application.
Final Word
If you are selected for the initiative, you will be notified via email or text message within four weeks of submitting your application.
Miriam Laker, research director at GiveDirectly, said, “This project is limited to 650 households in three communities in Georgia, but will deepen our understanding of how guaranteed income impacts a specific demographic: Black women. We expect the research findings will inform more inclusive policy design in the future.”Who couldn’t use an extra $850 a month in their budget? if you’re a Georgia woman of color, you could qualify for this money. The funds are possible due to the In Her Hands initiative, the largest guaranteed income program in the South.More AtlantaFi.com Articles: -
If you want to see a modern display of wealth and style, all you have to do is gaze upon the estate on 4110 Paces Ferry Road in Atlanta. This is the most expensive home in Atlanta as well as Georgia, although that won’t be for long.
The Buckhead home used to be owned by movie mogul Tyler Perry, who unloaded it a few years ago.
Who Owns The Famous Paces Ferry Mansion In Atlanta?
The home, which overlooks the Chattahoochee River, was on the market for $28 million at one point, but it’s listed a few years ago for a real steal: Just $21 million (Hey, that’s a bargain for you millionaires).
After it was all said and done, comedian Steve Harvey and wife Majorie were confirmed to be the buyers of the mansion, which was theirs for $20 million in 2020.
Listen to Harvey tell how he stumbled upon the Atlanta mansion.
Inside Atlanta’s Most Expensive Home (PICS)
So what does the most expensive home in Atlanta have that yours does not? Well, a few things. Let’s take a tour inside this mansion so we can see how the 1% actually lives and where they sleep.
The home has 7 bedrooms, 9.5 bathrooms and comes in at 34,688 square feet and sits on 17 acres. Here are some pictures:
Perry sold the property to millionaire evangelist David Turner in May 2016 for $17 million. It was listed for $25 million.
Among the amenities the home has are:
- A 70,000 gallon infinity-edge swimming pool
- lighted tennis court
- Fully equipped gym
- Spa
- Movie theater
- Indoor resistance pool, catering kitchen, wine cellar, guest house, underground ballroom and more.
Final Word
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Red wigs are enjoying a resurgence among the stylish set and that’s a good thing. Few colors stand out like red when it’s on top of your head.
This article will show you some of the best red wigs on the market.
How Do You Wear A Red Wig And Make It Look Natural?
The biggest issue with people who prefer red wigs is making them look natural. Can it be done? Regardless of the wig brand you choose, the answer is absolutely.
The key is to style the wig in different ways and keep it looking fresh and full of life. Take care of your wig! Don’t be bashful when it comes to experimenting with different looks.
Who Sells Red Wigs?
Red wigs are the hardest color to find in local wig shops, which means you oftentimes have to shop online. But which styles would you choose? We’re going to show you the best red hairpieces with the best qualities. That means they have been vetted to be heat-resistant, synthetic high-quality wigs.
Nverou Burgundy Lace Front Wigs Heat Resistant Fiber Hair
Scarlet Red Straight Long Wig
BLUPLE Red Lace Front Wigs Long Curly Wavy Half Hand
Red Short Bob Pre-Plucked with Baby Hair
Glueless Copper Red Synthetic Hairpiece
Burgundy Straight 13×4 Lace Front Human Hair Wig
Glueless Long Straight Synthetic Heat Resistant Hair
Burgundy Red Lace Front W/ Transparent Lace
Natural Straight Red Lace Front Wig Heat
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Final Thoughts
Wigs are great fashion aids and can really save the day when you don’t want to do your hair. With that being said, you shouldn’t wear a wig every day.
As much as love your hairpiece, you need to give your scalp and natural hair time to breathe. That will protect the skin cells atop your head and allow them to continue to thrive.
Don’t want to wear wigs all the time? Try some hats!Want to treat your hair good? You can do it yourself. All you need are some quality shears and some high-performance clippers to get the job done. Check out our Beauty Page for other ways to get shaped up.
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Schoolkids around the nation increasingly use tablets and laptops to do their schoolwork. If you’re budget-conscious, you can find some great deals on these on other electronics.
Don’t think for a second that you have to go out and spend big money on a computer for your child.
In this article, I’m going to show you how to save money on laptops and tablets.
How To Get A Discount on Laptops And Tablets In 2022
The first thing you need to do is think about the types of activities your child will be doing with his or her computer.
The point is that they may not need a terabyte of memory for what they’re doing. And that’s a good thing.
Best Deals For Tablets
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
Fire HD10 Tablet
How To Save Money On Electronics
Here are three places to look to save money on laptops and tablets:
1. Buy Refurbished Laptops Online
Many of the top retailers sell refurbished laptops, including Walmart and Amazon. Here are some cheap laptops I found on Amazon:
- 15.6-inch screen Acer Chromebook
- 14-inch Elitebook Laptop
- Acer Aspire Laptop
- 14.1-inch display Dell Latitude
- 14-inch Samsung Chromebook
- ASUS VivoBook
The good thing about Amazon is that they typically offer a 90-day warranty.
2. Try The Pawn Shop
If you haven’t been to the pawn shop in a while, you may be surprised to find that they may have quite a stockpile of electronics, including laptops.
Contrary to popular belief, many pawn shops today provide you with a warranty on your purchase, usually for 30 days. That’s pretty decent protection for a used item.
3. Buy From Deals Websites
If you want to get some electronics for cheap, the #1 place is on deals websites. Here are some of my favorites:
4. Buy A Display Model
You can save more money on laptops and other electronics, if you opt for the floor model or display model inside the store.
Many stores have laptops they’ve had on display for a while up for sale. Ask the store manager if it’s available for purchase.
5. Opt For A Bare-Bones Model
Another way to save on a laptop is to choose one that doesn’t have a lot of upgraded features. If you buy electronics with all the bells and whistles, you’re going to spend double or triple the cost of a base model.
Last Words
The most important way to save money on laptops and electronics in general is to comparison shop. It’s the only way to know that you’ve gotten the best price!
If you can’t find some cheap laptops on those websites or you know of other sites with electronics for less, please let us know in the comments.
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Are you looking to make a movie or TV show? You can actually make a film in Atlanta with cheap filmmaking equipment. Renting film equipment is easier than ever in Atlanta, Georgia.
Unless you have a lot of money, renting what you need for a movie is pretty normal. You may be wondering “where can I rent a camera and other filming equipment.”
Where To Rent Film Equipment In Atlanta
We’re going to show you where to rent film equipment in Atlanta.
Aperturent
6065 Roswell Rd #350, Atlanta, GA 30328 | (404) 963-2750
Here’s what one customer says about Aperturent: “I have used Aperturent for years. They are my go to place for photography and film. They clean, test, and everything in front of me before I get it and when I return it, which makes me feel safe and I know I am getting a working product every time. But what I really admire is their staff. Each one is very knowledge and give great advice when I describe my shoot to them and sharing that knowledge is exactly what I needed!”
Commander Camera & Grip Equipment
2465 Maple St, Atlanta, GA 30344 | (404) 850-9800
Here’s what one customer says about Commander: “Marc, Jeff, and company are really great people. They are very helpful and happy to offer their professional opinion in order to make sure you rent the right gear for your production. Their pricing is great and they have some specialty cinema lenses that no-one else in town has.”
Full Frame Camera Rentals
500 Bishop St NW # F1, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 584-2400
Here’s what one reviewer says about Full Frame: “Tom and his staff are awesome! Helped us with no expectations, good stuff.”
Kenslow Camera Equipment
554 North Avenue NW UNIT A, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 658-5595
Atlanta Red Camera Rental
887 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (310) 913-2058
Cinder Lighting & Grip
295 Margaret St SE Unit 1, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 973-2728
Here’s what one reviewer says about Cinder: “Van and the Cinder team are phenomenal! It’s hard being an independent film maker but it’s people like Van and businesses like Cinder who encourages me to keep pushing. There are no words in the dictionary to accurately describe how much of a blessing Van and Cinder is to me and my project. Van is beyond patient and kind. Ben was fantastic when I dropped off equipment. You will not and can not go wrong if you use Cinder for all of your film lighting and grip needs.”
FilmLease
2160 Hills Ave NW suite b, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 273-8453
Gotham Sound Atlanta
500 Bishop Street Northwest, Suite ELL-2, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 855-2255
Atlanta Film Rentals
800 Forrest St NW b19, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 388-3408
Trew Audio Atlanta
1706 Defoor Pl NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 947-2160
VER Camera
1389 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 603-9930
Final Word
Atlanta is tops for filmmaking today, but that doesn’t mean you need to be tied to Tyler Perry Studios or another big-budget film studio.
Georgia has been a sough-after location for TV productions. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in the coming months.
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.Want To Work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Atlanta rapper Gunna will have to remain behind bars for more than six months after a Fulton County judge denied him bail on Monday, May 23, 2022.
Gunna, whose real name is Sergio Giavanni Kitchens, is accused of being part of a gang.
Prosecutors say the rapper’s musical associates, who collectively call themselves YSL (Young Slime Life), is a criminal operation. In court, the State alleged that Gunna serves in a “command” role in the organization.
When Is Gunna’s Trial Set?
The judge set a trial date for January 9, 2023, for Gunna to face the charges. There’s a lot that can happen in that timespan so more legal developments could very well prompt more changes.
Also facing RICO charges is YSL honcho Young Thug, real name is Jeffery Williams, who has been jailed for a few weeks now. The judge in the case has decided to postpone judgment until June 2 on whether to let the rapper post bond.
Young Thug was arrested at his Buckhead mansion on May 9 and Gunna surrendered to authorities two days later after Fulton County officials issued a 56-page gang indictment. The document alleges the pair are a part of — and running — a criminal organization involved in some serious crimes, including murder.
What Is RICO?
A RICO case is one that involves charges of participation in organized crime and in this case specifically, street gang activity. Georgia’s RICO Act is more wide-ranging than the federal equivalent so there is more of a chance that the charges may stick.
RICO, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, was made into law in 1970 as a way for the United States to fight organize crime.
The indictment also includes charges of conspiring to violate the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, murder, armed robbery , participation in criminal street gang activity.
What Is Gunna Charged With?
Gunna is charged with a one count of conspiracy to violate Georgia’s RICO Act. Although 27 people are also charged in the case, Gunna and Young Thug are the two main targets.What Is Young Thug Charged With?
Thug is facing a litany of charges besides the RICO counts including possession of a sawed-off shotgun, sawed-off rifle, machine gun, dangerous weapon, or silencer; possession of marijuana with intent to distribute; possession of a Schedule III, IV, or V controlled substance with intent to distribute; possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
This is a fast developing case. Stick with AtlantaFi.com for more news.
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Porsha Williams, the Atlanta entrepreneur and mother, who came to fame on Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta, says she reached a breaking point not long ago that she’s just now able to talk about.
When she burst onto the reality TV scene in 2012, Williams said she didn’t know that with the spotlight came a lot of scrutiny and judgment. A high-profile divorce and many on-set fights put her in a light she sometimes didn’t want to be in. Then she suffered a miscarriage.
“With the platform of The Real Housewives of Atlanta, you really don’t understand the magnitude of what you’re a part of. Everything I say matters. There are a lot of people listening, a lot of young girls and a lot of women,” she was quoted as saying in Forbes. “And once the realization came to me about the power I had, I decided to start speaking about fibroids. And speaking about suffering with fibroids over the years, I couldn’t not talk about the miscarriage because the fibroids caused my miscarriage.”
Williams, whose grandfather is the late Hosea Williams, a prominent civil rights activist who marched with the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and paved a courageous and illustrious reputation as a freedom fighter in his own right, says she has learned through the years to value who she is.
Mental health has become a hot-button topic in recent years. Even the White House has moved to come up with a strategy to combat behaviorial issues that affect us all. Porsha says she’s learned to concentrate on herself.
“Whenever I wake up in the morning and feel those lows, I immediately prioritize Porsha,” she told the publication.
“I bet you thought I was going to say my daughter, but I prioritize myself. I will stop my morning, I don’t care what else is going on. I take it as a health emergency and I will stay in the bed, I will go in the bathtub, I will cry it out. I prioritize myself, because when I can be the best that I can be, then I can be that person for someone else. I can be the best mommy to Pilar. I don’t feel like it’s selfish at all to prioritize my mental health above everything. This is how I’ve pulled myself through depression through the years.”
Now a successful businesswoman, Williams has poured herself into entrepreneurship, launching several businesses.Don’t miss her new book coming on November, 30 2022 The Pursuit of Porsha.As a local celeb, Williams is not the only reality TV star making boss moves.Want to know what’s happening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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It’s not easy to clean up a home. There are so many things that need to be wiped down, disinfected or downright washed. The good news is that with a little effort, you can do it.
This article will provide some house-cleaning tips that you can use to stay focused on getting your residence up to par.
1. Make Your Bed Every Day
You may not think much of making your bed, but it’s the #1 indicator of whether a person is tidy or not. Think about it, if you don’t clean your most private quarters, can you be expected to have neat surroundings outside of that?
Another reason to make up your bed every day is that it gives you a sense of accomplishment regardless of whatever else you do that day.
Also, making up your bed is a great self-esteem builder, even when you live alone.
2. Wipe Down The Ceiling Fan Blades
One of the most overlooked areas of the living room (or any room) is the ceiling fan. The blades typically collect dust after about three months of use.
If you have a home where you leave the front or back door open more often, your ceiling fan may get dusty around five weeks at a time.
Get yourself a microfiber towel and wipe down your ceiling fan blades about every month to keep them clean.
3. Use A Bleach Pen To Clean Grout
The bathroom is oftentimes one of the most dirty areas of the home. Not only does the tub need constant attention, but after a while you’ll notice that your bathroom tiles will stain due to soap scum.
The way to tackle the dirt on your bathroom tiles and especially along the grout lines is to use a bleach pen.
4. Stock Up On Furnace Filters
Your air conditioner may work fine now, but if you don’t regularly change the filters, it won’t forever.
You should change your AC filters every three months for optimum performance, although it won’t kill you if you do it every six months.
To save time and money, why not buy several air filters at one time? Remember, you’ll always need them.
5. Use Baking Soda For Tough Stains
If you find that our name-brand cleaners aren’t doing the job, try baking soda.
Not only is baking soda a key ingredient in many cleaners today, it’s sort of a secret weapon when it comes to getting entrenched stains out of different types of fabrics.
Final Words
The key to having a clean home is to not put off what you can do today for tomorrow. Small tasks can turn into mountains if you continue to delay.
Tackle the smaller tasks first, then graduate to the larger items on your list. If you keep at it, the job will be done in no time.
If you clean better with music, put on some headphones and get lost in tidying up your home.
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On the heels of its new music app, Amazon has announced that it will hire around 500 people in support roles.
The news was first published in the Atlanta Business Chronicle, which reports that company officials are calling the city “the epicenter of modern music.”
Amazon recently launched its new live radio app, Amp, with the news that rapper Nicki Minaj will soon bring her highly rated radio show, Queen Radio, to the platform.
Other artists with radio shows include Pusha T, singer-songwriter Tinashe, electronic artist and violinist Lindsey Stirling, Travis Barker, Lil Yachty, and Big Boi.
What Is Amp?
Amp is a music app that allows creators to use tens of millions of licensed songs from Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group as well as several independent music companies.
The app is free to use and doesn’t require a subscription, giving you immediate access to a library of songs you can use to create live radio shows. There’s also a community aspect to the app, which allows you to interact with callers in real time.
“By bringing these incredible personalities into the beta, creators can experience Amp in a way that drives the feedback needed to build the app together, ahead of a public launch later this year,” said John Ciancutti, vice president of Amp,
How To Get The Amp App
If you’re interested in getting the Amp app, you can get access to the beta version by downloading Amp from the U.S. iOS App Store and signing up for the waitlist, or by subscribing to the Amp Newsletter.
What Does Amazon Pay In Atlanta?
Amazon is currently hiring for many roles in its fulfillment centers located around metro Atlanta. Amazon employees in Georgia earn around $17 an hour for most rules in those fulfillment centers, but they can earn more.
Looking for more jobs in Atlanta. Here they are.
Final Word
Trying to get hired soon?
We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job.Read more: Best Work From Home Jobs In Atlanta, Georgia