In week 6 of America’s Next Natural Model, we turn up the pressure just a little for our top 5 models. Who ever thinks it’s easy to be on top has no clue.
So this week the contestants have to show their versatility by doing three different themes for the photo shoot of challenge 6.
1) The head wrap. 5 photosEach contestant has received a handmade maroon pangi’s from Suriname. They have to use the garment to do a head wrap and write a few words (100-200) explaining how they did the wrap while also sharing their opinion about the material, colors shapes etc.
2) The ponytail holder – 5 photosAll models also received a colorful ponytail holder that is perfectly designed for big natural hair, twists and dreadlocks. Since the shop need more photos to promote these the contestants get a chance to show their skills in advertising this beaded ponytail holder.
3) Curl Definition – 5 photosCurl definition is the most popular term among naturals so I asked the models to create and show their perfect curl definition with the Curly Twist Out Hair Milk or the Curl Keeper.
The best photos are going to be enlarged and used on posters to promote the Going Natural Products. Not just in the US but also in Holland, Suriname and Guadeloupe. So this their change to become an international model!
To give you voters a chance to create your own perfect curl definition, the Curly Twist Out Hair Milk or the Curl Keeper are on sale and so is the Ponytail Holder. So check the Napshop now!
Sponsor of this Challenge is the Going-Natural.com WebShop.
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