I love to wear this style in the summer. It keeps my hair moist, this style is great for showing length (try it for yourself!), and my ends are kept in place and not entirely exposed to outside elements. It's a nice change from the "everyday bun". LOL

I always make sure I put an extra coating of oil on my ends just for protection. I normally do this style after I co-wash. I used ouchless ponytail holders and my headband is from Ardene Accessory Store.






♥ Sunshyne

I would like to Introduce another side of Me!
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Many Hairlista's question who is the gorgeous woman behind Hairlista.com. Sunshyne has been helping women of color, race, and even a few males on Hairlista.com with their journey to healthy hair from her youtube videos, her blog site and of course Hairlista.com.

I’ve sent over ten IM’s questioning Sunshyne about hair care. I’ve asked questions from oils, moisturizers, protein, slip, and braidouts. I was soon I was going to receive a note saying “LEAVE ME ALONE”! LOL

Well I never receive anything negative from her, just respect! Her notes begin with, “Hey Hun”….and from there you feel like you could ask her anything. Well, I finally broke down and asked her if I could interview her. I wanted my hairlistas sisters to know Sunshyne behind the beautiful hair. This interview becomes intimate from family talk to Sunshyne’s future with her career.

Before she seals and moisturizes her hair, grab her silk scarf; massage her scalp she prepares herself for her first online interview with me!

Mrs. Hairgrow: Where were you born?

Sunshyne: I was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Mrs. Hairgrow: I am so use to calling you “Sunshyne”, what is your full name?

Sunshyne: My name is Valerie Bremang. Unfortunately no middle name for me :(

MHG: Wow nice name, sounds a bit famous to me.

MHG: Describe your family? (Brother, sisters, mother and father ETC)

Sunshyne: I have an older sister; she's a Hairlista member as well by the name of Melyssah. I also have a younger brother.

MHG: I’ll have to go add her as my friend!

MHG: You have such beautiful hair, come on Sunshyne tell me what your are mix with, be truthful…. LOL what’s your background?

Sunshyne: My father is Ghanaian and my mother is Jamaican. So I'm a Ghamaican I guess...LOL.

MHG: Thanks for your honesty. I am glad you answered the question truthfully. Now readers no that black women could grow beautiful hair down their back.

MHG: What is your favorite food, being of the background, I know you like to eat good food?

Sunshyne: Oh there's so many. I would have to say Pizza, Ackee & Salt Fish with yam, dumplin and banana :)

MHG: Sound delicious!

MHG: What is your religion?

Sunshyne: I'm Christian. Jesus is my saviour.

MHG: Yes he is. I am a Christian too, so it feels good to know my long distant sister praise the Lord too.

MHG: What is your favorite bible verse, scripture etc.?

Sunshyne: Psalms 23, Psalms 121, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:7, Psalms 37:3-6...just to name a few.

MHG: Girl you make me want to grab my bible and get into some bible studies…great scriptures.

MHG: Where have you traveled?

Sunshyne: To be honest, I haven't traveled much. The places I have been to were Jamaica, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania. I will be doing more traveling in the near future.

MHG: Well you are always welcome to come to California! Maybe you could do my hair or something…LOL

MHG: Do you like to dance?

Sunshyne: Yes! Especially in front of the mirror late at night :)

MHG: Now you know someone is going to take that statement and run with it.

MHG: Who would you compare yourself to when it comes to fashion?

Sunshyne: Oh that's hard. I wouldn't compare myself to anyone in particular because I don't follow fashion like that. But I would say that I'm a mix of maybe, Beyonce, Ciara and Kim Kardashian. I love skinny jeans, with some heals, big handbags with shades. However, I have days where I dress real down and comfortable i.e. Track suits, hoodies, shorts, t-shirts, runners etc. I can switch it up real fast.

MHG: Sounds like you have great taste…I LOVE IT.

MHG: Do you have any children/boyfriend/girlfriend (depending on your sexual preference)?

Sunshyne: Hahaha, let's just say I'm free as a bird...LOL

MHG: How tall are you?

Sunshyne: Average height, I'm 5'5 ft

MHG: If you had to choose a body part to enhance what would it be and why?

Sunshyne: I would say my legs. I would want them to be a little more firm and toned. I'm pretty much content with everything else.

MHG: Glad to know you are confident about yourself. Most women don’t carry that.

MHG: What is your favorite movie?

Sunshyne: Love and Basketball is my all time favourite movie.

MHG: I love that movie too! My hubby has told me that I resemble Sanaa! Great choice.

MHG: What is your favorite color?

Sunshyne: Red!! I love earthy warm colors.

MHG: What year did you begin your hair journey and why?

Sunshyne: I began my hair journey in October 2007 because I wanted to take matters into my own hands and nurse my damaged hair back to health. I saw countless photos of ladies who achieved long healthy hair on websites and forums, so I knew it was possible for me too.

MHG: Have you ever thought about being a stylist?

Sunshyne: Yes I have. I will be getting my license shortly.

MHG: Well I need to make my way to Canada and make an appointment with you. That would be a hellava way to go for hair. LOL

MHG: Why are you so compassionate about helping others with their hair journey?

Sunshyne: To be honest it wasn't intentional. I just wanted to document my hair journey via my blog and it just took place naturally. I've educated myself and gained a lot of knowledge, I feel as though I should share all that I've learned to make it easier for others who are just starting their hair journey. I wanted to give people something I never had when I started my journey back in Fall 2007. I guess it's true what they say, sometimes you find your passion or your passion finds you.

MHG: Well I thank you for helping me.

MHG: If you were stranded on an island and only could take three hair products with you, what would they be and why?

Sunshyne: I would take a cheapy moisturizing conditioner to co-wash with i.e. Herbal Essences Long Term Relationship, a daily moisturizer i.e. Wave Nouveau Moisturizing and Finishing Lotion, and a shower comb to detangle my hair.

MHG: Congrats on your new hair length…would you ever cut your hair into a short style, if so why/why not?

Sunshyne: Thank you so much!! I'm really excited. I would definitely cut my hair in a heartbeat. I love short hair. I used to have my hair cut in bob similar to T-Boz from TLC and I would style it in a Mohawk, kind of like Rihanna's hair nowadays. It was so much fun and it fit my face well. However, I'm committed and dedicated to growing healthy long hair at the present moment so I won't be cutting my hair any time soon.

MHG: What is the worst thing you would say people do wrong to their hair while you read others hair regimens?

Sunshyne: The worst thing I notice with people's regimens would be the lack of daily moisturizers, not waiting long enough between relaxers and the excess usage of protein based products.

MHG: Ladies make a note of that!!!!!

MHG: What do you love about yourself?

Sunshyne: I love my sense of humor (anyone that knows me WELL, Knows I laugh all the time...very loud and hard!) my energy (fiery), my personality (outgoing & warm), oh and my hair of course! LOL

MHG: What do you dislike about yourself?

Sunshyne: My forgetful memory!! Honestly, it's so bad some people think I have amnesia. I'm working on it though.

MHG: Too funny!

MHG: I know you have a sweet smile and attitude but have you ever been incarcerated?

Sunshyne: Hahaha.no. You will not find me there. LOL

MHG: Would you ever go natural? Why/why not

Sunshyne: Yes I would. After I get to my goal of reaching Mid Back Length (MBL) and maintain it for a couple years, I will eventually transition to natural. So, that's a few years down the road. Right now my primary focus is attaining my goals while being relaxed.

MHG: What is your opinion on relaxers/natural hair?

Sunshyne: I feel that both natural and relaxed hair is beautiful. Heck, hair in general is beautiful once it's taken care of properly. There's a lot of controversy between relaxed ladies and natural ladies, but I just don't understand why. Everyone has the choice to do what they want to do with their hair. I mean, at the end of the day, it really shouldn't matter. It's just hair.

MHG: How long do you want your hair to be and why?

Sunshyne: Mid Back Length is my ultimate goal. I feel as though it's a length I would be most comfortable with. I would shoot for WSL, but I haven't made up my mind as yet, we'll see.

MHG: Some hairlistas call you their “lifesaver” through their hair journey, who would you consider YOUR “lifesaver”?

Sunshyne: My mother! She is my everything. I've had a lot of up's and down's with my mom, but through it all she's always been there for me. I appreciate her so much.

MHG: I love my mommy too.

MHG: Being from Canada I know there are people their that speak French etc. Do you speak any other language besides English?

Sunshyne: Jamaican Patois..LOL. I'm just playing! English is my first and only language.

MHG: That is a sexy language though…I’ll share a story with you later about a guy I use to date who was Jamaican and Puerto Rican.

MHG: What is your daily hair regimen (short version)?

Sunshyne: Moisturize in the morning with either Wave Nouveau Moisturizing Finishing Lotion or Scurl No Drip Activator in sections (important). I then seal with either Hollywood Beauty Castor Oil or Hot Six Oil. I style my hair, with my fingers only, into a sleek bun. I brush my edges and nape with my boar bristle brush. I add accessories i.e. stretchy headband and go!

In the night, I will take down my bun, moisturize and seal in sections (important) with either Wave nouveau or Scurl No Drip Activator then seal with Hot Six Oil or Hollywood Beauty Castor Oil. I then put on my satin scarf & bonnet and head off to bed. That's it

MHG: Sound pretty simple and straight to the point.

MHG: Do you have any favourite quotes, sayings, words you go by?

Sunshyne: Yes I do actually. Here are a few off the top of my head: .

1. What goes around, comes around .
   
2. We are just souls on this earth having a human experience. .
   
3. Cherish each moment, and live life to the fullest, because all we have is now.

Well Sunshyne, I want to Thank you for sharing so much information with me. It has been a pleasure getting to know you. I feel I have gained a long distant sister! I’ll let you get back to your hair and dancing in the mirror….LOL

Many Blessings and thanks again.

I hope my Hairlistas sisters enjoyed getting to know Sunshyne.