Why? & How to go Organic + SAVE MONEY!

[@ryanhershey9857]

She's on a new level of healthy.

[@PrimalPink]

Heck yes! Radient!

[@wishtopublish]

You can't be human. You are clearly a goddess of some sorts, since your hair and eyebrows are beyond perfect.

[@13onra]

yup

[@dreamerof93]

Can we talk about her skin tho. Like howwww

[@daybaraferguson4253]

It's because she is healthy!!

[@goldenboyi1989]

calm down, she is just a person like u

[@manatee580]

+dreamerof93 coconut. Freaking. Oil.

[@YuriICanBe]

I don't think think this is very well known but "cheap" products are not really cheap. We actually pay for them through taxes because gmo farmers are paid by the government to farm these products. While organic farms are not given any money by the government. So when you actually take into consideration the money spent by us to create "cheap" products, they're actually more expensive than the organic products.

[@anthonynguyen9372]

Would you rather pay the farmer or the doctor ?

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Pay the farmer! Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food. Medicine is of no use if diet is wrong. Medicine is of no use when diet is good.

[@cleocleo7653]

Farmer

[@peachwedding]

Doctor. Organic farming can only take you so far - until you're hit with disease. Good luck trying to prevent or cure viral or bacterial infections with organic produce. if you think we can avoid modern medicine and stick to "organic" and "natural" alternatives, then I welcome you to do some research on the bubonic plague. Everybody was eating organic produce, breathing fresh (unpolluted) air and drinking clean, "toxin"-free water, yet people died by the masses from a small virus. I think I will stick to modern medicine. The organic industry wants to instill fear into consumers so that they pay more. Such a shame.

[@brennadowney927]

If you use natural products, you won't ever get those diseases. Plus there are other options to health care such as homeopathy, acupuncture, and much more. Doctors are a trap, one that you have obviously fallen into.

[@peachwedding]

LOL. You clearly haven't studied pathology or toxicology. Please find me some peer-reviewed literature to support your claims, then we'll talk.

[@youaremagick5935]

Soap/Facial Cleanser: African Black Soap Mask: Turmeric powder and Almond Milk Deodorant: Tom's all natural deodorant Toothpaste: Toms Toothpaste Perfume: Lavender oil body spray Still need to find a thick all natural moisturizer. I use aloe Vera gel but my skin is super dry and it is too thin to hold moisture. I'm thinking maybe use castor oil since it is thick

[@winstonsmith2261]

Try Weleda Skin Food. It’s thick af

[@gabby6080]

Castor oil promotes hair growth so you may not want to use it as an all over moisturizer... unless you don’t care about hair 😅

[@Zoidbergirl]

Shea butter

[@RisasRizos]

Well, my feet don't smell like apple cider vinegar lol but love the secret in the description box! great video! and Alba, if you came out with a line of natural products, I'd absolutely support! it's time!

[@siobhanaraceli1480]

Me too! Time to take over the world! I'll just buy everything 😂

[@Beemgee]

If she comes out with a line of products, I may just put that under the "Need" category instead of "want" ;)

[@Krysykinslove]

Bethzaida Garcia I totally agree!!

[@lyajob7098]

Her husband is the best 😂😂 especially at the end

[@kiararose3499]

Lya Job Lol yes he is funny lol. I guess that's one of the reasons why she loves her hubby so much.

[@shamelessmaya]

such great tips and i was dying with the editing :)

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Yayyyy thanks for watching boo! I'm glad you liked the editing, that means a lot coming from you 😉

[@michelleyyy.]

Hello Alba, My name is Michelle Boch and I am from LA. Since i began my journey on going natural in order to get my curls back, i found myself desperately looking for answers and spending tons of money on products simply because i saw other curly heads using them, but I didn't realize the damage those specific products were doing to my hair because of their harsh chemicals! I thought would never get my curls back, but then i found your amazing account, and god has that made all the difference. I've learned so much about my curls through you and that going organic is far more meaningful and makes all the difference than it just being a "trend". This give away is important to me because at times when i run out of my shea moisture supplies, i find myself having to choose between which one i need most in order to save money. This video helped me understand that i don't need every single product that you feature on here and that organic products are pricier because they offer WAY better ingredients that are amazing for keeping your hair healthy. Wether or not i win, thank you for being a great example on how beautiful curly hair is! I'm still learning to love m own. - ig:@mysticmichy

[@flowerchild5835]

I seriously thank God for coming across your chanel!!!!

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Thank you for being here!

[@allisonarivera2679]

You shouldn't use coconut oil to remove makeup or as a face moisturizer because it is not non-comedogenic, which means it will clog your pores and increase sebum production which can both lead to acne and blackheads.

[@gretas6794]

Allison A Rivera it's fine for me as a make up remover as long as I wash it off well

[@iTzEbz]

"Ohhh Jesus, this girl is gorgeous", literally said that aloud when I saw you and thanks for the tips :)

[@yosinini1664]

omgg Manny is funny, he should be a comedian. he had me laughing so hard lol

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

I think he is a comedian which is why I fell in love with him but he doesn't often bring it out when he knows he's being watched by a camera, I got lucky this time lol he's most funny when he knows only his close people are watching

[@MsEPhillips4]

my husband, my kids, and I have been using this product for 3 months, I think it was the best liquid body wash we've purchased, it was amazing. very life changing, made my body very smooth, and face feeling fresh, I'm glade to see and witness others using this product too. that means one day I will have a beautiful face like yours

[@elisacorporan6124]

I am from the Dominican Republic and live in NYC. Winning this would be important to me because not only I'm I learning and working on a healthier lifestyle, I am also raising two children in this journey as well. I think it's hard for kids to understand the value of what they consume when things like toys are promoted with fast food, even how much they can give back by 1) being confident in their natural state 2) helping others in any way possible. Your videos along with this one are extremely helpful. Thanks to you, I'm able to play your videos to my children and around the house like a regular tv show. You've helped my daughter embrace her curls and last November she donated 16" inches of hair and is growing it back out with your 6 month challenge to donate again. Your son and your commitment to him helps us (my daughter and I) with our son who Is also on the spectrum and also naturally curly :) with this video I learned that a little can go a long way.

[@elisacorporan6124]

My insta name is wild_thornberry__

[@mylife_christinaxo]

I just had to unfollow a lot other makeup gurus because you're the realest

[@1000Bamboo]

I'm a Dominican from Delaware This Giveaway is important to me bc I'm fifteen and I don't have that money to get those amazing products and so it's hard being very passionate about organic beauty products and the science behind them w/o trying them honestly, I love biology and hope to be in the field of chemistry also bc I think it's so interesting. And I've been realizing I have a appreciation for the amazing products of God and the brands that appreciate them too. - I learned that yes you (Alba) are right nobody needs all the organic products alls you have to do is, for the most part is get what makes the product effective, the base of it like shea butter or coconut oil ... :))) and also I love how you know a lot bc you taught me a lot.

[@1000Bamboo]

Instagram: @cheebliev

[@1000Bamboo]

I shared the vid on FB b4 I knew about the giveaway it was that good .. I hope my fam takes the time to watch it 💭💭

[@MissChea]

👍✌

[@rosarioty]

Hi my children are half Dominican and we lived in Delaware. I found that's it's easier out there to go organic because of so many farms. You should check out eatwild.com to find gmo free farms. I found buying meat there is actually cheaper than stores. If you also check out J and J Goodhart produce at the New Castle Flea market they have quarts of juice that you can buy under 7 dollars. As far as skin care and stuff I buy online but Delaware doesn't have sales tax so that is a plus. There are African grocery stores in Newark where you can buy pure shea butter and melt it into whatever you want once you get home and it's like 5 bucks. Good luck on your search!

[@TheAborigineMatriarch]

i SWEAR by ACV. It's a natural skin balancer and my toddler had crazy eczema. I started giving him water baths with acv and its a miracle worker. I've used it on my eczema spots and its gotten rid of them. Also having eczema means your gut/gut flora needs to be loved so kill the meat and dairy. We cut out a lot of it and mostly began now - HUGE difference, no flare ups or anything. love it!

[@elizabethdecosta9324]

I really don't give Castile soap the love it truly deserves, I think that was the greatest tip, because it's important to use Castile soap for cleaning your home, skin care, even gently cleaning vegetables. So Castile soap deserves some love. I don't feel I deserve to win, I think someone who is new to holistic life should win. So it can change there life, and start them on a good path. I already live a very holistic life. I have coconut oil, Aloe Vera juice and vegetable glycerine on my face before bed, prior to having activated charcoal on my face, as I type. My mission in life is to spread the word, and save lives in a way. Too much people are getting sick from chemicals, GMO's and chronic illnesses mostly due it inflammation, yes I'm a health coach. I hope who ever watched this video got major inspiration, and readjusts there lifestyle, even a bit, to be more holistic. Love your videos, all the best! Elizabeth

[@elizabethdecosta9324]

Instagram @guadacompany FB Guada & Co

[@Onz.m]

I don't remember writing a comment to anyone else, however, i must say that what is special about you is that you are so natural and you are not like the other makeup artists/youtubers who exaggerate what they do to themselves and look ugly as a result, and to note you look much better without makeup and i applause the fact that you keep your life choices as healthy and natural as possible and your videos are so great, amusing and short to the fact that i never skip them like I do other videos! Keep at it

[@rachelrose8284]

Hi Alba! Im from San Diego California. I started watching you in 2012 at the beginning of my hair journey and have been subscribed ever since. This video is soooo fricken helpful because even though i knew organic was better, your tips helped me see why. I actually currently use apple cider vinegar as a toner ever since you mentioned it in a video you had a long time ago. It has helped my skin tremendously. But this is important to me because i have made some major changes in my life recently when it comes to health, ive been exercising and eating clean. And i feel like using organic beauty products along with eating healthy would be the next step. I am definitely a girl who likes to save (college brah) and this video pretty much convinced me that the organic stuff is worth the extra money. I admire you so much and it has been so great seeing you grow not just as a youtuber and business woman, but as a mother and wife. truly inspirational

[@sheepydominates8890]

I don't have curly hair I just like your videos lol

[@13onra]

same ^=^

[@katieritterr]

sAME:)

[@DaYungSinChrg]

Your husband is funny. much love to you both. Thanks for the tips

[@keshiasullivan385]

I honestly did not know that cocoanut oil was used for this many things. I knew the basics of course such as: hair, moisturizer, and make up of course, but I did not know it was beneficial for going to the bathroom.

[@jassym.2912]

I've been using these kind of products for so many years (before KZbin was really relevant) and people still think I'm kinda crazy. People also find it "different" that aside from antihistamine, I keep absolutely no type of medication, pain relievers, or even toothpaste or commercial cleansers in my home. It takes effort to learn new practices, but it's worth it. Don't get me wrong, I don't live a totally organic life, but I definitely try to implement those practices. Like recycling water, using reusable containers to avoid using plastic or just making sure I turn off the light when I'm not in a room. I've been interested in some other forms of "natural" that I haven't quite taken the plunge into but am researching and thinking about, so I appreciate these kinds of videos. Thanks for sharing! By the way your husband was really funny in this video.

[@milinhacmt]

i am using acv as a facial toner for about 2 months, and loving it. but, really, the smell bothers. so i decided to put some drops of tea tree essential oil, and it worked. i don't have much acne, but when it does happens, man, it really is big, nasty, and painful. now, with this toner, the problem is solved within one night. it is amazing. thanks for the tips.

[@nicolevigo5349]

I find a lot of my shea moisture products and dr bronners products at TJ maxx and marshalls for a really good price :)

[@soundarya4590]

YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL! THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS I'VE EVER WATCHED!

[@rvirgile827]

What would I do without your videos? Like seriously amazing!

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Thank booooo!

[@cherylparsons6737]

I truly appreciate your honesty about the products. A lot of people try to get you to buy brands that they are promoting but you truthfully let us know what really works. Thanks so much! Cheryl

[@haileypottinger6045]

Hello Alba, my name is Hailey and I live across the pond in the UK :) Let me take this opportunity to thank you for your videos - I used to straighten my hair ALL THE TIME until January this year when I quit FOR GOOD! I decided that I wanted to embrace my natural hair but I didn't really know what to do with it until I saw your channel. Before this I hadn't done any research, always wanted to buy the cheapest brand possible, and wanted a quick fix! What I've learnt from you is that I need to try lots of different things, try different techniques and that cheap does NOT necessarily mean good! You've helped me discover what my hair needs, what works for me (and what doesn't!), AND how I can do it using natural products (win-win!). Winning the prize would be useful as I still feel I'm only at the beginning of my "no heat journey", and I'm still discovering so I'd love to try those products :) In my opinion, there isn't much advice in the UK on how to be a curly girl, and the products are so damn hard to find here too (so this prize would be awesome) - your channel really has been useful to me. Keep the videos coming! Find me at @HPottinger on twitter! :)

[@LuvandGlamour]

Alba, your channel is so helpful! Thank you for all that you do.

[@anastasiahills5079]

In India we have everything organic 100% naturals!!!

[@santhiyahmarymuthu4067]

Achong Lotzem I would like to ask if Parachute oil is 100% original? Is it cold pressed?

[@moitrayeesarkar2898]

Santhiyah Marymuthu no it isn't cold pressed or raw. But it's pretty good. I personally order from Amazon and it's not that costly either!

[@lealamorgan5481]

So that's why you all look perfect

[@nikitasharma9708]

lol I am from India and that's a lie!! Soaps, shampoos etc are not ORGANIC in India !! Even Patanjali is not Organic. They have exactly the same harmful chemicals as the products in US. KFC , Mc donalds etc are widely popular in India as well. Also, the air quality in India is so bad that people's lungs are getting badly affected. You can literally google the air quality Index in India it's on a dangerous level. People in US drink tap water whereas in India if you drink that you'll end up in the hospital.

[@emmalouisev]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! It's so true! It's what I try to tell people everyday!!!! I hate 'green washing' too!!! It makes me really angry but unfortunately alot of people get caught up in it! I love Dr. Bronners peppermint castile soap! It's a must have! Plus I have to get that size coconut oil!!!

[@dMilkShakeSS]

Im 19 years old from Malta Im still a student and would love to have beautiful skin like you guys have, and i d like to show the benefits from using these organic products to my family to show how beneficial organic products really are :) I didnt know that you can make most of the things yourself just by buying one single while being able to use it for hundreds of things, and i loved the fact that you showed us how to make masks, toothpaste and the body butter thank you for your videos, you are such an inspiration alba x

[@denisamifkova3262]

Hi there!:) I'm Denise and I am from Czech Republic!:) I just met this girl in shop few days ago and she had this perfect curly hair, I couldn't help myself and asked what she does with all the frizz, I was still looking for something easier, where only few products are enough and not those long routines that do not even help. She just said Organic, gave me name of the product and your KZbin! Now I am slowly learning what I should do for my hair so it's healthier, longer, without frizz and after watching you videos I found so good tips even for skin!:) thank you so much!! Anyway as you said if we want to spare some money, there can be just one product that fits us perfectly, but since I am just about to start with organic it would come in handy to try couple of them and figure out which one really does help. I know you'll send the best ones. Finally thanks to you I feel like I found something that is easy, fast and really helps plus it actually all makes sense.:) Thank you!! Instagram: @dmifkova

[@dmarie4192]

could you do a video on the best inexpensive(budget) organic or all natural makeup brands you use or recommend? thanks a bunch!!

[@tyraneal2286]

new years resolution is to go organic! you inspire me!

[@rellyrels8339]

part 2 on food this time.

[@chevybrown3931]

Yes!!!!

[@rellyrels8339]

+BeastMode Fitness thank you.

[@trackgurl25]

hey this video was soo helpful alba! I'm from rancho cucamonga, CA and being a single mom of my beautiful also curly headed daughter it's soo important for me to try and find products that are natural and organic and will work for her hair as well as on mine. I used to hate my curly hair because I didn't know how to manage it really i used a lot of products that I thought would work but we're heavily alcohol based and ended up doing more damage to my hair then helping in any way. since I had my daughter i was really committed to becoming more organic and finding products for hair and skin that would benefit both myself and most especially my daughter. since I subscribed to your channel soo many months ago I have learned soo much it was your channel that introduced me to shea moisture products and really got me to embrace my curly hair and have worked wonderfully for my daughter's hair especially their kids product line. this video was soo helpful and reassuring to me because iw am a coconut oil lover and advocate and lately have been really looking into other natural uses and recently bought apple cider vinegar and was considering buying dr. bronners soap after hearing you and others talk so highly of it but wasnt sure but hearing you talk about it again is definitely conformation for me. I would really love and appreciate to win the giveaway for some of your favorite products. it would be great to have access to your hand picked products especially since your suggestions have worked so greatly for me and my daughters hair. But if I don't win yhe giveaway thank you anyways for helping me to love my curly hair once again so that I can be an example for my daughter to love how GOD has made her and embrace who she is curly hair and all! instagram: queenbrib1 snapchat: queenbrib1 facebook: brianna bushnell

[@barbaragarcia2071]

Thank you for all your videos Alba I have been natural for a year now! I love my curls!!... watching your videos has helped me keep my curls poppin ;) I lost my patience a few times along the way, but you you tube videos kept me inspired. I turn 39 on the 23 rd this month. I have a teenager heading off to college who has embraced her natural curls after using the products I started using after watching you videos. You made me still be cool to my kid lol! I'm excited to hear that you will be starting you own product line. Your an inspiration to females of all ages! May the blessings continue to come. Thanks again...

[@LovelyTeeDee3xD]

Dr. Bronner is my number 1 staple. I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

I'm glad you are already familiar with it! Woo hop!

[@Jasmillmelisa]

SunKissAlba I love that soap too, for everything, my mom uses it to clean the bath tup and never seen it so shiny, so it truly is potent!

[@marcela.miranda]

I love coconut oil!!! Kisses from Brazil 😉

[@daybaraferguson4253]

You're own hair stuff YAS girl!! I will be buying!

[@pliniojoelflores9051]

I show this to everyone I know, asking why I do natural only. I’m going to take the next step with natural foods. You had it right from the get go and I hope the natural way of living spreads to everyone

[@AlexCute1]

I am from London UK and I did try to get into natural organic products a while ago and still slightly do. But if I'm honest I've gotten a bit lazy and just go with what's easy. Winning would mean getting me back on track and this video was so helpful to help me realise that. Although we live in different countries it did help me realise that these key products are actually affordable if you really look at it. It also taught me about Dr bronners which I need to go out and get pronto! Love u Alba! xx

[@iferacheldavies7631]

I love this video, that awkward moment when some products and brands can not be found in London.

[@jasondownsnet]

You're smart and super funny.

[@PrimalPink]

She's awesome!

[@TiffanyandCosmetics]

Are you still vegan? Or vegetarian?

[@DandaCuteCheeks]

I'm a Polish/Danish girl living in Sweden and this is important to me because I'm a student living on a budget, I've been going more and more into organic products so I can learn and feel better to then pass it on to my family and friends :)

[@DandaCuteCheeks]

And on instagram im dandacutecheeks :)

[@BreannLaFaye]

I'm from toledo, oh and winning this contest is important to me because at the beginning of this year, I promised myself that I would take more chances. I'm naturally more reserved and quiet so I'm learning to use my voice and go after what I want. I quit my job as a waitress last month to start a business and I'm running on faith. I don't want to wonder "what if" in my life so I'm going after the BIG dream while I'm young! Thanks for reading! 💕Btw Manny is hilarious! 👍

[@BreannLaFaye]

@allodynoyt. INSTA AND TWITTER

[@mariahjeff9135]

I'm from Toledo too! I don't see other people from here often

[@BreannLaFaye]

+Mariah Jeff why not?

[@anikalove.0044]

is shay moisture only for curly haired girls or can it be used on any hair type

[@taylorbaldwin3107]

they have different lines of product for all different hair types and textures! Look on their website. I found that the Coconut Water line works awesomely for my hair, which is pretty fine, but naturally very wavy/curly

[@andrewjustin16]

anika ahmed it can be used for any hair type there's so many different lines but really any of them are good I've noticed for some reason it's intimidating for people with thinner or straight hair but it shouldn't be :) it's an amazing brand and would work just fine for a lot of people

[@anikalove.0044]

CrazyLazy72 what would you recommend for straight slicky hair?

[@angelmoore3482]

It can be used for curly and people who do not have curly hair

[@chanah-danaejames6337]

anika ahmed some products can be used on straight hair girls

[@user-oo5ds2pu3e]

Guys PLEASE do your research on all of her tips especially with the coconut oil removing makeup and some of the soap uses, these are great tips but if you don't do your own research they could go terribly wrong

[@Alyssa18633]

I swear almost everything that's good for you is expensive

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Yes but we only see it as expensive due to the comparison to what's so cheap and affordable therefore if the demand in cheap product is higher it's going to be sold for much less because the less you sell it for the more people will buy, and they more money the company makes... The cycle continues

[@socialitesue]

Did you even watch the video?

[@studyingtoday2796]

I am from Spain, first of all!. My mum was diagnose with a rare deseases and she gets reactions from everything so I am trying to help her by researching about natural products, and so far so good, we are treating her psoriais with coconut oil and tea tree oil as she can not use any of the medical shampoos available. We are also changing our entire diet so she can feel healthier and stronger. It helped a lot to understand that it shouldnt be so difficult or expensive (some times I get overwhelmed), i love all the tips and tricks, specially the idea of buying in bulk and using a product in very different ways as using apple vinegar to treat acne or stomach ache (we are already using it for cleaning and it is wonderful). I also recommend jojoba oil, its a great oil for face, hair and body and rose hip oil, too. Also I am reserching the tea tree oil because I think I can use it to cleaning too! Im fairly new to this world but I think it will change my life and my mum´s in a really wonderful way! (Also check out olive oil (Spain is famous for having the best one) if you want a really hydrating mask for your face)

[@studyingtoday2796]

AND "My Feet smell like Apple Cider Vinegar too" hehe lol HAHAHAHAHA I totally forgot with my rambling :P Lots of love xxx

[@micaelajones5371]

I'm currently living in Chicago, IL by way of Scottsdale, AZ. Winning this giveaway is important to me because when I moved to Chicago a year ago, I was the girl who could only achieve confidence through long-but not always healthy- curled or straight hair via a flat iron. My natural hair was only something that appeared at the gym or on the couch. Well my job as a flight attendant and new climate is not exactly conducive with a straight hair lifestyle, and I noticed my hair stopped curling naturally. I have since chopped off many of my locks and am 5 months into a year long commitment I made to myself to completely abandon heat products, restore my natural curl pattern and rediscover myself as a confident natural haired woman. I have watched your hair tutorials for years and with your inspiration and lots of patience and effort, I know I can grow a head full of confident beautiful hair. This video helped me realize that some of the products Ive used may be prevented my most natural curls from appearing and causing me harm. And that some of the best and most natural products are already in my kitchen. You can find me on Instagram under MICAELA__JONES...thats a double underscore :) I look forward to the next video! Thanks Alba!

[@oFuckyes]

thumbs up for yo man lol, y'all r such an attractive couple. Yas

[@NXT_Nena]

My feet smell like apple cider vinegar too 🙃

[@PrimalPink]

:p

[@lilymarie218]

Hey Alba I can't wait until the day you come out with your own affordable organic line! This video helped understand that you only really need a few key organic products to start a more clean and toxic free life. I use Shea Moisture on my hair but I really want to incorporate a more organic lifestyle to my daily living. Winning your SunKissAlba box would be important to me because it would get me a foot on the door with all the purchase of all these key products, (though idk what's in the box lol) your Puertorican follower from Nashville, TN IG name: eerika_perezz

[@lilymarie218]

E Perez btw your husband so funny lol.. ("now, its my turn to talk lol)

[@SexyHannah1024]

E Perez I'm in Nashville too 🖤

[@sandreezy3135]

I am Mango, I'm from Connecticut. I recently big chopped from being relaxed all my life so now i am natural and have been trying to get healthy long hair and have been trying to eat natural and use natural products and when I found your channel a good while ago I was like yaaaas this Is life goals. I love that your husband and son is doing the natural lifestyle too and I just love watching you because you're beautiful and give me so much hope and I never knew that there were so many natural organic products and you not only do hair videos but makeup videos and fitness videos which I really need because its giving me a good idea of a natural life style.

[@sandreezy3135]

I hope I win the goodies because it would make me so happy b/c I know whatever is in there would be good quality and I hope to live a natural lifestyle too. My social media: instagram: _itsmango

[@sandreezy3135]

+San dreezy twitter: _its mango

[@LEXITORRES86]

I just wanted to thank you for your advice... my daughter is biracial and had recently started asking me why God gave her curly hair instead of beautiful straight hair like mommy... her curls are very beautiful but I tended to put her hair up because it was often very dry and would lose alot of its curl pattern when it dried... I made it my goal in life for her to see how beautiful she is and how amazing her curly hair can be... I started watching your channel and have really been able to transform her hair into the glorious mass of curls it was meant to be... she started kindergarten today with a twist out that she loves.... her hair is shiny and beautiful just like her and I appreciate all the videos and advise you gave that made that possible.... God makes us all different but no less beautiful and my daughter if finally seeing herself the way I do.... thank you

[@sahivan-tull9878]

But most importantly! Go Vegan!

[@Mrs.AlbaRamos]

Veganism is not for everyone Hun, it cannot be suggested as if it's a "one size fits all" it's a very personal choice that requires belief, experience and understanding just like everything else. That's why I don't focus on the labels of vegan, vegetarian or carnivores. I focus on reducing toxicity level from man-made chemicals that can be harmful to us and contribute to sickness.

[@chanah-danaejames6337]

Sahi Van-Tull ur body needs PROTIN from meat other foods can't supply

[@adriennesamantha]

Chanah-Danae James Well, all protein originally comes from the soil (from nitrates). Protein is a marketing scheme to promote certain types of food industries. Plants absorb nutrients from the soil and animals get their protein from plants. For example spinach is 49% protein whilst eggs are just 12% protein. Very few people do suffer from protein deficency because it is in almost every food we consume :); yet, most of the health problems in the world are from people trying to consume TOO much protein. The films What the Health and Cowspiracy explain everything perfectly. I hope you give them a try! I am not going to say what lifestyle I follow, I am going to let you see what you think yourself! Enjoy :D Have a nice day! 😀

[@quilosunflower]

QuiettePeakActually 🙌🏾

[@lealamorgan5481]

Sorry but no, there is reason people rave about BALANCED DIETS

[@lovableme011]

Hey there Alba! I'm from Riverdale IL, and believe it or not I watch your videos like everyday lol....you've taught me sooo much and you give me so much insight and guidance not only about hair but about my everyday life...I mean I was so clueless and unaware of a lot of things until I experienced heat damage in January and the lord guided me to your video about recovering and my life was never the same lbs...I truly appreciate you and your dedication...you really are an inspiration 💋

[@lovableme011]

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[@moniquev9335]

hey alba, I'm from Chicago. I love it when you post these kinds of videos they really motivate me to make healthier choices! you are the reason I use shea moisture and apple cider vinegar religiously. this video, as always, helped me learn the importance and how easy it is to buy things that we use everyday that are better for us and more natural!

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[@sjghanadian6196]

I just discovered your channel. I think we never insist enough on the versatility of most products, thank you so much for the video!

[@mylife_christinaxo]

YOU ARE SO AWARE, that's the most attractive thing I've seen on youtube. Sorry I'm commenting so much I just never felt this way before. You are truly divine!

[@kiuanah]

This video was AMAZE-BALLS! Thank you for being selfless and honest. I like the part when you mentioned that you (and other bloggers/vloggers, of course) are part of the reason why most of us viewers, WANT everything we see you guys use on your videos. Your video set it straight that we can be healthy inside and out, by eliminating the WANT factor and focusing on the NEED. I know I NEED extra cash in my pocket and I NEED and WANT to be healthy, inside and out, therefore I NEED to and plan on using these tips from your video!! Thank you again!

[@jenniferguerrero3733]

Hey Alba! I'm a Dominican girl from Boston. Winning these products would be essential to me because I've always found organic and more natural products better, since they can each do more than one job. One thing I didn't know about coconut oil is that you can also use it for your teeth! That was so surprising to me. Thank you for sharing this video, it really opened up my eyes on organic things

[@jenniferguerrero3733]

Instagram: jenni.xo_

[@cuteunice94]

Hi sunkissalba! My name is Andrea and I'm from Maryland. Me and my twin sister have been watching your video's for such a long time now. I remember when I was younger hating my hair and wishing I had thin straight hair. Now because of you and a few other people who helped me, I love my think curly hair. Wining this contest is very important to me because it will show the progress I have succeeded these past few years. I learned to love and care for my hair. This video gave me more of a better understanding that not only should I take care of my hair but my body as well. Even if I don't win this contest, I will be completely fine with the lucky person who gets a chance to use these products. Love ya and your video's! :)

[@danneill]

Hi Alba, since discovering you I've immediately become a fan. I'm from Kingston, Jamaica and have turned to the Internet to learn how to manage my Indian and African mixed curls. Going natural has been something ive attempted to do three times before but i always became frustrated during the transitioning process and gave up. Finally being able to go natural has been such a FREEING experience and one that has lead me to "clean up" other areas of my life and move to more simple and organic products as well as to take a healthier approach to life. Winning this giveaway would help me to access organic products that 1. are MUCH harder to find here in Jamaica, West Indies and 2. when you do actually find them they cost an arm and a leg. I always take away soemthing from your videos but watching this video has opened my eyes to other uses of Apple Cider Vinegar, specifically how it can be used as an organic toner. THANK YOU so much for being such an inspiration and for being such an informative source. Even my family and friends benefit because i always share what I've learned from you. One of my favourite tips was when u shared that you get your son to eat his vegetables by coating them with something he loves (i believe in the video he was eating cauliflower with cinnamon if i remeber correctly). That tip has really helped us to get my 4yr old nephew to eat more vegs. I know that the persons who are blessed to receive those packages will be more than happy and great full and I just want to encourage you to continue on your journey and to continue having such a beatiful family filled with love. All the best and as we say here in "Jamdown"' Nuff Love!!!

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[@taylarclark]

Hey Alba, I'm from California, winning this is important to me because I recently transitioned 2 years ago still transitioning and my hair love she's moisture products and still flat ironing my hair I suffer from heat damage time to time. And not really having a clue what I'm doing lol. And watching your video is very inspiring and taught me how to save money and know the difference between needs and wants. I will not give up and give pure organic products a shot.

[@jailenecrisostomo7936]

I'm from Brooklyn , winning this is important to me cause I'm looking forward to trying organic products & taking better care of myself. I've learned from this video to question the things I use on myself and to focus more on my needs than wants . Much love & stay beautiful 👑💖

[@leezaweezy7864]

Hey alba !! I'm from Montreal, Canada :) winning is important because I'm 20 and obsessed with organic products ! & you're actually the reason why! it was only until watching your videos that my organic beauty journey started but it can get expensive (especially since I'm a nursing student) so thanks for your tips :D

[@TheInfiniteField]

YES to the ACV! It cleared my adult acne for good, and I use it in a daily tonic that helps boost fatigue and get rid of chronic pain.

[@marmarino2070]

Thank you I'm so blessed that I have finally found you ! If you knew how long I have been looking for a KZbinr like you that I can reassemble to in a lot of different ways like I'm also a "Dominicana " but grew up somewhere else and still speak Spanish. You are so reliable! And coconut oil is indeed HOWLY aaaaaaaaaa(angels sounds) Thank you for your videos, Muchas gracias mi amor 💋

[@balletgirl2003]

Another topic to consider is the difference between products that say organic vs. natural. Organic requires more stringent USDA regulation, while "natural" doesn't have that kind of regulation. You definitely touched a bit on it in the video too!

[@jujudebae6041]

I am Juliet studying medicine here in Russia. I am very impressed with the way u r honest abt the fact that ur beauty blogs r not ur day to day routine and that as much as it looks really good,if one knows they can't afford it then there us no need to waste money on them anthem particularly vlog touches close to home cos I actually watched ur beauty videos before travelling to Dubai recently and tired to get every single item u used and did not get even one and as much as I wanted it I did not need it and as a medical student I should no that health comes first before anything. Cos wat it the point of looking beautiful with inorganic products when it will eventually destroy ur skin and body and cause complications later. organic is healthand TRUE BEAUTY IS NATURAL(Hey nice slogan, dnt u think,lol). nyways love ur chanel and thanks for this video😘😘

[@kurlykae2529]

Hi Alba, my name is Kristen I'm from Arizona. I started following you back in 2011 when I was looking for a way to fix my fried, damaged hair. Watching your channel made me decide that I wanted to see what my hair would look like curly because of the skin tone resemblance. If it wasn't for your videos I would've never decided to try my natural hair out. Switching out bad chemical products and adding natural products into my life helped a lot... -Its important to me because you inspire me to be a better person inside and out. The tips you give in your channel, I've embraced into my everyday life and because of adding these new switches I've lost 40 pounds. The more I watch the more I learn. I'm at my halfway point in my weight loss journey..and still going.. With your advice and knowledge I've reached my goal hair length. Now I'm doing the #albalonghairchallenge. -something I didn't know was Honey, Coconut, & egg Mask. It's Amazing thanks for that new tip! 🙌🏽 Insta: kurlykae_

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[@AngelAbernathyBeauty]

I LOVE SHEA MOISTURE!!! I love that I didn't have to buy special "baby soap and lotion" for my new baby because we were already using products with such healthy, natural, non toxic ingredients.

[@MorandaAbroad]

Hey Alba. I am a huge fan of your videos! I am from Ohio so your videos about winter hair and skin care are immensely helpful (so thanks)! Winning this giveaway would help me out so much because I have been trying to maintain an organic life and be conscious of what I am putting into my body but it definitely does get expensive with all the different kinds of products out there when just trying to find what works best for my hair, body, and skin. I began following your videos years ago for a few reasons but mainly because back then I was hard pressed to find someone with a similar texture and density as mine until I found one of your straightening videos (SUPER throwback lol). After using your different methods and incorporating different natural products, I have seen an amazing improvement in my hair. It is now so much shinier and all of my heat damage is gone even though I still use heat (diffuser) occasionally. I did not know that Dr. Broners was so multifunctional life hack and that Apple Cider Vinegar could be used as a toner (which I can't wait to use but I am scared of the smell) lol. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge for us "Frugal Felicia's" that want to continue a natural and organic lifestyle without breaking the bank. You're the best! P.S. My Feet smell like Apple Cider Vinegar too! lol Instagram: MojoSavvy Facebook: Moranda Smith

[@dejaniracosme7822]

I'm Puerto Rican, from Ohio :)I used to blow dry my hair 2 x weekly and yeah it looked cute and all but I knew it wasn't healthy. I was looking for answers on why my hair wasn't (for me) normal. The first video I saw was one of your videos. I am grateful because you made me realize that blow drying my hair and keratin tx was not the answer. At first I was like, How on earth will I manage my hair if the only thing I know to do on it is blow dry it and then I style it from there. But I did it I hide my blow dryer and flat iron lol and never used it. YES at first I did't feel sexy lol but every time I would see your videos It some how gave me the courage lol to not look back to my blow dryer. It has been almost 2 yrs since I started to transition my hair from straight to curly and I love it. Thank you Thank You Thank You. You helped me embrace my curls :) Wining this giveaway is important to me because I am currently going to school to become a Medical Assistant. I will be done in 8 weeks (yaay). I must admit Its been hard for me to take proper care of my hair because I barely have time for me, my school is 50min away so I have to save all the money I can for gas. Sometimes I don't even have shampoo lol seriously I just use some apple cider vinegar or baking soda to help clean my hair a little. It will be very important for me basically because I am craving to try new things but don't have enough money. I have learned a lot from your videos. This one specifically had helped me realize that I shouldn't get all desperate when thinking of things I should buy, because with only the essentials we can go a long way and use them in different ways. Another thing not to believe in everything that says natural or organic. Thank you so much for giving out your tips and in someway caring for us :) Thanks!

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[@amiraie7786]

MY GOD your skin is gorgeous! I want to have skin like that but I dont think its possible to be that glowy with light skin. You are also poreless! An amazing beauty!

[@yvettetavares3907]

Hi, I'm from Massachusetts. I recently started my natural hair journey and that is why winning this is important to me. I have been using coconut oil for about 2 months now and see some improvement to my heat damage. My biggest challenge is that the top layers of my hair have the most damage so as you stated in one of your videos, I will need to be patient in progress. I have tried many stylers and moisturizes but none of them seem to hit the mark so I'll need to continue to learn more. This video has helped with the suggestion to try the egg mask that you described as well as a good cleanser. Thanks for all you do, in my short time on this journey I have learned a lot from your videos.

[@karaashe2147]

I'm from Baltimore, MD, but living in the SF Bay Area. The idea of this giveaway is incredible to me. My goal as I progress in my career is to make eco products more accessible, especially to women of color, and your channel/this giveaway is right in line with that. Personally, I'm working to expand my highly... uh... edited beauty arsenal, despite my tight budget (Bay Area is cray-expensive!!), so I can authentically share my experiences with the products. I'm happy to be the tester for people who are toying with the idea of cleaning their beauty routine, but aren't ready to do product trial runs for themselves. The video actually helped me re-think the rationale behind the price points on natural and organic products. While I am a diehard proponent of green living, I do cringe when picking up my favorite clean products. Having the price point rationale in the back of my head - I think - will help make the purchase a little less painful! Thanks for the vid, the contest opportunity, and the great info! While I have love for all beauty bloggers/vloggers, it's so refreshing to see women of color representing a clean and green lifestyle! xoxo!! Instagram:@klashe Twitter:@Avi_Beauty

[@rufaidak.324]

I'm originally from Sudan living in Canada. Winning this giveaway would make achieving a natural lifestyle more attainable for me since I don't always have the budget to purchase organic products. Although I'm fairly young (18), I try to distinguish myself from my peers by making choices that are good for me & those around me. Many of my friends don't understand the logic behind me abstaining from mainstream products & makeup. I've done plenty of research & found that the whole process from the extraction of ingredients to the manufacturing of a product is unethical - to the environment, our health, animals that are tested on, false advertising, the FDA's lack of intervention (since they don't properly regulate the ingredients), and I don't want to take part in this by purchasing toxic products. Using organic products and homemade cosmetics is bigger than me & and my health. It's a reminder that I'm living my life under high moral standards. This video was invigorating because it reminded me that I don't NEED as many products as I'm told I need. I wasn't aware that Dr. Bronner's was so versatile, which replaces the need for buying unnecessary products. I was also inspired to research the benefits of Manuka honey. P.s. my Facebook is Rafeeda Khashmel

[@kaylonmarshallkayshagonsal9708]

I'm from Trinidad and Tobago and i have been an addict of bleaching and heat tools..... since i discovered your channel on KZbin you inspired and motivated me to go back to my curls..its a loooong journey and my curls aren't there yet but i am having patience as you said in one of ur vid... im using some of the products (shea moisture)you suggested and i have incorporated your techniques...i have always wanted to try the more organic products but of course its alot more pricey in the Caribbean..i am opening to trying new products esp the ones you promote because i can attest that it works. Alba keep up the great work..you have inspired a Caribbean girl to love her curls!

[@Ty_215]

Coconut oil itself is an excellent shaving cream as well, I have thick stubborn body hair and I had the closest/smoothest shave ever with it. To prevent your razor from getting clogged just dip it in hot soapy water in between swipes.

[@carolineno7589]

Your video is INCREDIBLE. Most complete, true, useful and nice explanation ever. LOVE IT!

[@maryamberih5034]

I'm from Canada and I learned a lot about the benefits of using organic products and how to use my money wisely when buying organic products. Winning this giveaway is important because it will give me more motivation to use your tips and truly see the benefits of using natural products.

[@danihalling9734]

This is exactly the thought I have in my head "organic is too expensive, I can't afford that lifestyle" yada yada, but in reality I spend waaaaayyy much more on products that contain harsh chemicals x this really helped me out a lot! Thankyou for these tips Alba 💗 and you look breathtaking, as always 😘😘xxxxxx

[@Koda0731]

I'm from Brooklyn, New York and I sadly fell into the trap of becoming a product junkie and sometimes wasting money on products I don't need. This video taught me what staple products I should always have that I know I can rely. You should continue making informative videos like this.

[@cinderetsmoke]

i recently subscribed and now i'm going back and watching all your videos. i'm into natural skincare so i'm already obsessed with your channel :)

[@veeforeignn]

You guys will be living a long healthy life together, god bless❤️

[@KURLYKAYA]

My fellow curly gal, whats up!! I'm from South Carolina I'm all about using organic products but initially out of pocket it can be a little pricey especially with a little one. This video helped me understand more about being organic and backed up more of reasons i should continue to purchase the better for me side of it all :)

[@fancythis7860]

I'm Canadian, my name is kaya, and this is important to me because I live in a house where hair products aren't something my mom can really put in our budget. I'm a teenager and recently I learned how important it was to take care of your hair. I didn't know much about curly hair because my mom doesn't know much about curly hair. I've been trying to figure out why organic products are more expensive than the others, because it takes less time and work to make them. I learned from your video, why the the prices between them were so different. I love your videos and hair😍🙆

[@fancythis7860]

Instagram~ _kay_rae_ Facebook~ Kaya Brouillard

[@123Orangea]

I just finished watching 3rd of your videos and I am so glad I came across your channel. You are definitely on my favourite youtubers list

[@mariaf8475]

Hey Alba! I'm Maria from Upstate New York and let me just say that I'm glad I found your channel about two years ago because I love your channel so much!! Como decimos mi generation~ you are goals!! But its nice to find someone, I'd consider pretty famous to look up to who I really admire. Please never change and stay you because it's hard these days to find genuine, sincere famous people to look up to and people who i spire to be-(minus mi madre y madrina de confirmacion). But I really hope you choose me not for any of those reasons that I mentioned above. But because those products I believe my family and I would benefit from so much, you have no idea. They are a little pricey and money is a bit tight at home. Things are happening pero con dios adelante my family is trying to get through it all. Also not to mention with all the health problems running in my family tree these products could definitely help. Educating my big family has been a bit of a challenge, but me as well as my brothers and younger generation cousins are doing our best to educate the older folks. Especially with some of my tia's being so old fashion and being so skeptic about change. This video has given me extra confirmation on some products I have been researching- like coconut and apple cider , so thank you for that too. Also I'll definetly watch out for those products that claim to be "natural". I tend to get a bit excited when I see the words "natural" on a cheaply priced product, so thanks for the tip!! thanks again, much love XoXo instagram: MariaaFabiann facebook: Maria Fabian

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[@keke5856]

My name is Keisha Garcia I'm from Los Angeles,Ca born and raised. I feel its is important to me because I am a newly natural I love your channel I have learned so much about hair care,makeup and even how to save money! Your Awesome 😉😊

[@srenep40]

Very informative video. Thank you for sharing. One of the beauty products that you forgot to mention that people can make on their own is a body scrub. I have seen your videos about that and I love making those with coconut oil and organic sugar. i wish you well and look forward to your product line when you get it going. I'm sure it's going to be fantastic. I am a Dr. Bronner's user as well and so are my kids. I love the peppermint, tea tree, lavender and aloe soaps. I have read the bottle (while sitting on the toilet, LOL!!!) but never thought about diluting the product. I just use small amounts. I guess I will start diluting them though because my little one is quite heavy handed when she uses the soaps. I have recently (but not bought or used) the Braggs apple cider vinegar but will be trying it soon. I absolutely agree with you when you spoke about the Shea Moisture products. I am a Shea Moisture fan and have my specific staple that I use the most that works for my hair. Keep up the beautiful work Alba and I must say that you have a beautiful family. Manny, keep you day job (ba da bum, LOL!!!!). I wish the 2 winners luck in your giveaway.

[@mariamyrtil9015]

Hey Alba! I am from the Dominican Republic currently living in NYC. This video helped me so much because my feet smell like Apple Cider Vinegar too ;) Winning this give away is important to me because I started transitioning 3 years ago, and have become such a product junkie that I am now able to cut back and focus on what I really need (It's been the hardest 4 months of not buying a ton of hair products at a time). Anyway, it's now time to actually restock on the necessities and I would love to be able to try the products you've been raving about because you are such an inspiration! This video helped me understand a lot about pricing, but more importantly this is a great go to for my 2 cousins who just started transitioning as well and I always try to help them not become the product junkie I was by getting them to go for the products that serve more purposes like ACV and coconut oil, like you mentioned in this video. Shared this to them and hopefully they get it too! FYI, 2 brands you usually recommend (EO and Dr. Bronners) are usually available in most TjMaxx and Marshalls (at least in the NYC area) for a fraction of the price! I end up buying the 32oz bottle of conditioner for $10 and the 32oz Dr.Bronners for $10 as well. Something you might want to share with your other subscribers who are looking to save money! Instragram, Twitter and FB : @Mariavictorious

[@peacantan215]

Thanks Alba!!! Please continue to share your affordable organic/natural lifestyle tips. You should develop a video series.