Karen's Body Beautiful & Huetiful Event

In one of my previous posts, I mentioned that I was going to this event. It was from 12-4pm. I got there a little after one to a couple people in the store milling around. It wasn't by any means a presentation, very informal and laid back, you check out the products, if you have a question, just approach someone (if they don't approach you first ;) ) Huetiful was all set up with a couple steamers going for you to see and/or try out, one with the facial attachment, which was something I was interested in. Really a nice looking unit. Very light in weight and easy to put together and take apart. The box is the size of a regular bonnet hair dryer box. The steamer height isn't adjustable, but I've read that it isn't a huge problem for most women. To put it back into the box, you have to dismantle it, but it's literally one step and shouldn't cause too much stress in your life. If you have the space, you can leave it up, it's not a bulky item at all. Their PR rep, Myleik, was so sweet and approached me as soon as I walked in. She did a mini demo and explained how the actual unit worked and even took it apart for me. Huetiful is a black-owned business based in Atlanta, GA and Ken, the owner, was very nice and helpful and told me/us a little bit about how he got started. His main goal was to cater to the many different hues (shades) of women and it was very important to him that his product was actually something that women would find useful. Hence why before it was even released, he had some of the top natural hair bloggers/vloggers try it out, even the most critical of them. They gave it rave reviews. Needless to say, I bought one, but I planned to even before getting there. It's definitely not a small purchase, but they did have a discount and you saved about 20+ dollars and I'm all about supporting black-owned businesses if I can and if their product claims to help me out as well, even better. They'll be shipping out everyone's order on Tuesday. I thought we'd be getting it right then and there and had big plans to steam my hair tomorrow (Sunday), but he explained that a lady practically almost got jumped the last time he did that. Thinking about it, that was probably better because at least they didn't have a limited amount where you would feel like you had to race to the store to get one and would be disappointed if you didn't. You get 45 days to try out the product and decide if we want to return it. If you do, Huetiful will pay for the shipping. He said that no has abused that by returning it on the 45th day and about 2% of purchases actually end being returned. If you keep the steamer, you have a 1-year manufacturer's warranty. I mentioned that I had a 3 year old and that topic came up quick! Apparently their customer service is very helpful if you have any questions or issues. While I was there, a little over an hour, quite a few women came in to purchase one which was nice to see. We were on a mission, plus who doesn't like a sale ;)

Ken and I

Myleik and I

Steamers in boxes for display

Steamers in Action

This was also my first time at KBB and I must say, it's a nice store. The owner, Karen, is so sweet and soft-spoken, such a contrast to myself, ha! She also has the most amazing 'fro (a nice full combed out twist-out). She was very helpful and you can tell that she's gotten to the point where she doesn't have to shove her product down your throat. She knows she has great products and leaves the decision to you, no pressure. She explained quite a few things about natural haircare in general that was quite informative and recommended what product you would need based on your hair. And she asks before touching your hair. She had an employee that was so pleasant and helpful as well, of course her name slipped my mind because I always think I'll remember people's names and I don't. She had very short natural hair (if she or Karen happens to read this, you were great!) I love the fact that they are literally making products in front of you in the kitchen. I mean a stove, pots and spoons were going on. I went there planning to only buy the hair growth serum/oil, and ended up getting Sweet Ambrosia (their best seller) as well, in the Pomegranate Guava fragrance. I figure it would compliment my KBB Creamy Coco Mango hair oil which I love ;)

Karen and myself

Crystal, a YouTube Vlogger and hair stylist and myself

Kitchen area

Huetiful Pop-Up Store @ Karen's Body Beautiful in BK This Saturday!

This Saturday July 2nd, Karen's Body Beautiful will be hosting an event featuring the coveted Huetiful Steamer from 12-4pm at their Brooklyn location. For those of you who aren't too familiar, this steamer is a big deal in the natural hair world as it helps put moisture into curly or wavy hair, which tends to naturally lack moisture, contrary to popular believe. Think of how you use a plastic cap, deep treatment and a bonnet hair dryer. As per their website:

"Dry hair, breakage, split ends, or dandruff?  A Huetiful brand hair steamer can resolve all of these frustrations and allow you to stop buying multiple deep conditioners and hair treatments that never seem to completely restore enough moisture back to your dry hair."

It retails for $114.95 with free shipping, which if you really think about it, is worth it if you're going to stop buying various deep conditioners, which can get expensive.

If you go to the KBB event, you will get 15% off your purchase of the steamer and while you're at it, you can pick up some of her products (also 15% off that day, 12-4pm), which they custom-make right onsite with your preference from a list of fragrances. I use her Heavenly Jojoba Hair Oil in the Coco-Mango fragrance and I am in love, I also use it on my son.  I also use her hand lotion in pear, feels nice on the hands. I hope she decides to make a hand cream next for the cold winter months ;) Her Hair Nectar (leave-in for medium-thick hair), Sweet Ambrosia (leave-in for dry, thick hair) and Bodacious Beauty Bar ('poo bar) are also top sellers, not to mention her Luscious Locks Hair Mask...wait, I practically listed off her whole product list :/ As a matter of fact, they will be doing a demo of her mask and the steamer together. A great event to compliment your long weekend!

Karen's Body Beautiful is located at

436 Myrtle Ave (btwn Clinton & Waverly Aves)

Brooklyn, NY 11205

Phone:718.797.4808

Toll-Free:800.628.2210

Email: info@karensbodybeautiful.com