Beauty of the Week - Meet Camisha Jackson

My name is Camisha Jackson (but all of you lovely people call me CJ as all of my friends do). I am designer and owner of Lunaversoul jewelry and a graphic artist from Seattle,Washington. As an artist I am able to pull inspiration from any and everything whether it's art, music, fashion design, other cultures or just the natural beauty of the world that surrounds us, But I must say that my main source of my creativity and positive energy is generated from my awe-inspiring 12 year old son.


It was kind of a coincidence on how I came to make jewelry, I could never find pieces that would compliment my style and give my originality the radiance I wanted to express. So on a whim I purchased a variety of beads I was not sure on what I was going to do being that I have never made jewelry before,but in a matter hours Viola! I made my very first bracelet.


Not just a bracelet but something that really described me as an individual. Which surprisingly caught the attention of a passer by who wanted to purchase it right off my wrist. I would have never guessed that what started out as kind of a hobby would quickly turn into a labor of love and blossom into Lunaversoul in 2007, and with the love and support of all the people who has purchased my jewelry it will continue to evolve into something greater.


My motto is at Lunaversoul, You will find jewelry that is funky,eclectic,and soulful with a touch of ethnic flair. With vivid colors, rich textures, and clean design, each piece is guaranteed to turn heads and scream for attention while adding that little extra spice to your favorite outfit. Each piece is handcrafted (by yours truly) with semi-precious stones,feathers and a variety of other organic materials which adds to the versatility of my collection.

Most of my creations are one of a kind or limited in quantity because I know that people's personalities are like snowflakes, each one is beautiful in it's own way and no two are the same so it's only natural that each person wants their own piece that describes them and compliment the style they are trying to achieve.

So if your looking for that special bracelet, necklace, or set of earrings to jazz up your wardrobe, or just to add to your already fresh style you have come to the right place.
Store: www.lunaversoul.etsy.com
Website: www.lunaversoul.com
Blog: www.lunaversoul.blogspot.com

My decision to go natural was what I considered to be a blessing in disguise. I like many I have went through a series of of relaxers, perms & even a few weaves throughout the years. Ive always wanted to go natural but I often hesitated because I was unsure how to care for my hair after wards plus I didn't think I was ready for such a change nor did I like the idea of giving up using relaxers entirely. Then it happened... I had an appointment at the salon to get a touch up on my relaxer, Everything went fine at least I thought & my hair looked great when it was done but on the drive home I received an urgent call on my cell from my hair dresser saying I needed to book another appointment the following week because she was in such a rush (due to over booking appointments) that she had forgotten to use a couple of the chemicals needed for the straightening process. She assured me my hair would be fine,but I had a feeling it wasn't. She ended up "correcting" her mistake that same day.


Sure enough not even a week later my hair started breaking off & my mid shoulder length hair was in some parts above the top of my ear & It kept falling out in massive amounts. I went back to the salon & showed the hair dresser all the damage & she had then tried to blame it on me saying it must have been something I did to it while at home then on top of all that begged me not to tell anyone she was the one that did my hair. After all that drama I went home I knew there was nothing I could do so through my anger & frustration I did my first big chop.


I let it grow out some then I did my second bc to make sure I removed all of the hair that was chemically treated. Honestly I had a really hard time transitioning after wards so I just kept it conditioned with a satin cap & wore alot of head wraps the first few months.

I had absolutely no support from my family or friends whatsoever. My sisters would make comments about how pretty I used to look when I had my straight hair. It was shocking & irritating how ignorant people can be when it comes to hair but eventually I grew mentally from it. I had finally learned to embrace,accept & love my new self.


Before I knew it my hair grew out I began to see tiny silky soft ringlets an entirely different texture I have never realized I had in the first place. Not only that my hair was thickening & growing very quickly. I started researching & educating myself on how to care for my hair. I began focusing on changing my diet & using all natural products instead. Fast forward a year & a half later after my first bc I am still natural & loving it! I found my hair grows insanely fast so my hair is already back to mid shoulder length like before. But most importantly its healthier & more beautiful that its ever been. I am in love with my hair, every single curl. Going natural was the by far the best thing I've done for self & my hair & I will never look back!