I don’t want anyone poking around in my stuff – what exactly do they do in there? 

I had the honor of experiencing two of Shinenatural’s newest products. One of which was the Peppermint Sugar Scrub.  Let  me start off by saying that this is not a paid advertisement.

I was able to snag this as one of the swag items at Power of the Vadge, and I am officially hooked.

First off, there are like five ingredients – all of which are natural. Some people are skeptics of natural products because they underestimate their potency.

Natural products are far more beneficial to your skin than most of the chemically made products on the market.

Each ingredient usually has a medicinal or restorative property. Let’s dissect, shall we?

The owner of ShineNatural, Valerie Z.M. aims to create all natural alternatives to our favorite body care and cleaning products. So far, she is doing awesome.

For starters, this Peppermint Sugar Scrub is better than some of the products I have purchased in stores. It’s all-natural and is made locally, which is even more awesome.

I jumped in the shower and scrubbed my face and body, it felt like a spa quality product. The granules of sugar are small enough to gently clean pores, but big enough to massage the skin. I felt such a pleasant tingle when I stepped out the shower, and my skin felt oh so soft. I could see a difference in the size of my pores, and the oils smoothed out my skin tone instantly.

Note: I do not wear makeup on a normal basis. In this picture, I have on blush and lip stain – nothing more. That skin is all me!

Sexiness isn’t all about your vagina/penis. Feeling sexy helps you look sexy, and looking sexy helps you feel sexy! Taking care of yourself inside and out is crucial to both, and I am an advocate of natural self-care methods. Take some time out to love you!

Thanks to ingredients like coconut oil, I look forward to seeing a change in my overall skin tone and brightness. It’s a great product, and I’m honored to feature it at LeVadge Shop.

Get $1.00 off each order of sugar scrub with coupon code VSHINE

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Morning Head for Natural Hair

Hey Vadgesters! So if you are a Shark Tank fan like I am, you may have seen the eposiode with a dope product called MorningHead. The creator demonstrated how users could fix their bedhead  without having to wash their hair each day. That demonstration looked something like this…

This may be a bit less attainable for curly/kinky individuals,  but I have found a practical use nonetheless.  Many of us love the effects of steaming our hair, but don’t have the time to sit under a steamer every day. Not to mention that hair steamers are pricey for those on a budget.

I was honored to receive a sample MorningHead box to review,  and now I can share the results with you all.

Note: This is not a paid advertisement. I received the product in exchange for my honest feedback.

I modified the standard instructions to suit my natural hair needs:

The night before, I twisted my hair up into bantu knots to retain lenth.

I put a shower cap over my shrunken morning afro, then added hot water to the MorningHead cap.

While showering, I let the cap steam my hair up.

I let the knots down and removed the twists after they air dried on my way to work. Then, I pulled my hair up in a bunny tail (ponytails are straight, lol) for the day.

It worked great! I didn’t even do all that I wanted to do with it, but I was able to retain more moisture and length than usual. On my next go round, I’ll try hotter water, as well as a leave-in conditioner before steaming. I can’t wait to do it again. This is perfect for morning after hair. Just keep a cap in your purse, lol.

For about $10, this is a useful purchase for natural hair. It may not be what the MorningHead creator had in mind, but it worked perfectly. Shoppers have the option to purchase one-time or subscribe monthly. Let’s see how long this one lasts, I may need one at my door all the time!

Check out the MorningHead website here

Many of my video tutorials lean more towards women’s preferences – mostly because much of the sex toy market is women’s products. Tonight, I feature the

Gigi Male Masturbation Sleeve by Passion Parties. Fellas need love, too! The treat in this video is that ladies can reap the benefits of this awesome toy. Take a peek after the jump.

*This video has been transcribed for the deaf and hard of hearing – enjoy!*

How to Use a Masturbation Sleeve:

1. Ensure that the toy is clean before use.

2. Drop a few drops of lube in the sleeve, and on your penis.

3. Gently insert the penis.

4. Enjoy!

For Oral Sex:

1. Drop your favorite flavored lube or Oral Sex Gel onto the penis

2. Insert penis into sleeve until the tip of the penis exits the other end.

3. Enjoy!

Carpal Tunnel Relief Exercises

Many of us suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for various reasons. As a writer, I encounter its symptoms much more often that most people. If you experience C.T. symptoms – these exercises may work very well for you. 

*Note: I’ve included a few affiliate links to help with your remedy shopping. Enjoy!*

Read: Can I Get Carpal Tunnel From Masturbating?

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Easy Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Relief

Before starting these exercises, you may want to prep the muscles with a few drops of essential oil. Peppermint oil and ylang ylang are known to have relieving, anti-inflammatory benefits without chemical ingredients.

You can also use natural supplements for muscle relief, like Arnica Montana.

Now, back to the workout. These simple exercises may help alleviate some of the pain and pressure of carpal tunnel. I typically do these moves throughout the day, as a way to stretch the tendons and loosen the muscles while working.

Flexion and Extension Exercises

Flexion and Extension relax and stretch the muscles for maximum relief.

These are great moves to use if you sit at a desk and type often, as the repetitive motion often causes muscles to seize/tighten.

Each motion serves a purpose and targets a specific muscle area.

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The above motions are helpful for those who lift/hold items in the same position on a regular basis (weight lifters, machine operators, drivers, etc.).

Flexing the inner muscles can help relieve tension. It may also alleviate  discomfort experienced through prolonged squeezing (I’m looking at you, chronic masturbators).

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Have you tried these moves? Did they work for you? Feel free to add your tips and suggestions in the comments below – you never know who you may help!

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If you missed my first event, consider this your re-up. Power of the V was my first women’s gathering, and it was awesome. The evening gave guests a chance to unwind, relax with friends and dance all night. 

Drinks and sweet treats were out for the ladies to enjoy.

**Side Note:** Photos are limited, the ladies were having too much fun**

We started off the night with chair dance lessons from “Diamond’s Den.” She empowered the Guests to get seductive to  the sounds of Beyonce. Boy, did we dance!

After intermission, we sat down and I introduced my guest vendors.

Tiffany came through from ItWorks Global – she’s got an amazing 45lb ssuccess story.

She looked awesome, too!

Johanna from Dazzle Her Now surprised the girls with 50% Off her awesome jewelry and accessories – they went wild. My mom and I snagged some great accessories which I’ll share on my personal blog (sn3akrfr3akr.blogspot.com).

Valerie came through with goodies fron ShineNatural. In celebration of  My new toys – she

Made a chocolate body butter just for me! “Kimi’s Awesome Sauce will be available at shop.vforvadge.com very soon.

I opened the floor for questions and we talked about various taboo topics like kegels and vaginal health. The ladies were given samples courtesy of Healthy Hoohoo, and I stressed the importance of taking proper care of your vadge.

All in all, it was a great night. I appreciate everyone who came through and had a good time.

It may seem like a trivial question, but if you know what I know -this is actually one that has a great answer.

So, can you get Carpal Tunnel Syndrome from masturbation?

First, let’s talk about the scientific stuff first. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel is one of the most common nerve entrapment syndromes. The median nerve is compressed at the wrist, causing many symptoms.  Paresthesia is most common; a Sensations of tingling, tickling, prickling,  pricking or burning with no long term physical effects. Essentially, the main signs of Carpal Tunnel are numbness and clumsiness of the hands.

Now, to the question at hand – can you get CT through masturbation? The answer is yes.

Damage from CT is created after repetitive use of the hand(s) in the same motion. Individuals may experience weakening of the muscles,  making gripping other items a challenge. For a man, his hand may begin to cramp when making cupping motions.  For a woman, focal points may vary based on how she masturbates (manually, with a toy or both). Either way, both males and females are capable of developing this disorder.

How Do I Prevent Carpal Tunnel?

Typically, people protect their hands from Carpal Tunnel with the use of hand braces and special gloves. This may prove to be both uncomfortable and unsanitary if masturbating. Consider alternating hands on the days/times you masturbate in order to give your hands a break. Using stimulation aides like toys may also alleviate some of the pressure applied when pleasuring oneself.

How Do I Treat It? 

There are a few exercises that can alleviate much of the pain endured by carpal tunnel hands.

Easy Exercises for Carpal Tunnel Reilief