Calling all affirm users

RUBY · #1 08-04-2003, 03:42 PM

I was wondering if any members who use the ordinary Affirm lye or no-lye formula would consider switching to the 'new' Affirm Fiberguard relaxer when it becomes more widely available.
And if any one has alreadly used the Fiberguard relaxer please post your results.
Thanks in advance.

karly · #2 08-04-2003, 03:46 PM

I have the affirm dry hair/sensitive scalp relaxer and I'm thinking about switching over to the fiberguard since my hair is color treated now. I read somewhere that it was better for color treated hair.

Mufasa · #3 08-04-2003, 03:54 PM

Where can you get more information on Affirm Fiberguard? For example, how to apply it correctly and what other products are needed to use it successfully?

LiLi · #4 08-04-2003, 03:54 PM

Hi Rudy,
I am new here but I just wanted to say that I have been using no-lye relaxers for the past 7 years and just recently tried Affirm Fiberguard Sensitive Scalp No-Lye relaxer system. I only did a patch test so I did a little section in the back and a little section at the crown area. That was three weeks ago. I have to say that I thought African Pride was good but this ... this was excellent!! My hair is silky and has stayed that way. I haven't noticed any breakage or anything in those sections. Even when I don't moisturize those sections every night they feel nice and moisturized while the other sections feel dry and straw-like. I am going to do my whole head (minus the sections that I did already) this week and I will post pictures. I am really pleased with it. I am sure that the lye is even better.

LiLi · #5 08-04-2003, 03:58 PM

Hi Mufasa,
The complete instructions come in the box (with the no-lye system) and I believe they are written on the jars for the lye systems. My no-lye system came in a box with 9 applications, activator, and the liquid that you put on previous relaxed hair. I had to go and get some more popsicle-type sticks because only one came in the box.

RUBY · #6 08-04-2003, 04:34 PM

Mufasa,

There is more info on Affirm Fiberguard on the Avlon website: www.avlon.com

Lindy · #7 08-04-2003, 04:45 PM

I currently use Affirm No Lye Mild for Sensitive Scalps and yes, I would consider switching to the Fiberguard. I asked my stylist the last time I went for a touchup, but he didn't have it.

Mufasa · #8 08-04-2003, 05:31 PM

Hi Lili and Ruby,
Thanks for responding

I will review the site.
Regards.

jellynote · #9 08-04-2003, 05:37 PM

I've used it and it was ok. Over here in Germany you can get it on the economy and it is a lye relaxer. I'll continue to use my Affirm Mild lye until I here more about it. I do know that it's not available in the US unless you go to the salon

MissB · #10 08-04-2003, 05:58 PM

My stylist used the Fiberguard on me about seven weeks ago. Usually my edges are really rough at seven weeks. The Fiberguard makes the new growth more manageable IMHO. I am going to push it for 2 more weeks.

My hair stayed pretty silky for the first six weeks.

Good Luck,

MissB

Spagirl · #11 08-04-2003, 06:59 PM

Fiberguard sound interesting but I have a 4 lbs tub of reg Affirm to use up.

cutebajangirl · #12 08-04-2003, 08:35 PM

I've used the Fiberguard mild and it texturized my hair. However I hav been having problems with relaxers recently. The last time I used it 2 years ago it got it straight with LOTS of bounce.

Supergirl · #13 08-04-2003, 09:28 PM

sounds interesting. I am having great success with my Affirm Lye though.

vevster · #14 08-04-2003, 10:43 PM

Where can I get affirm lye online?

beana3 · #15 08-04-2003, 11:52 PM

supergirl what strength do you use??

ny2atl · #16 08-05-2003, 12:20 PM

I've been using Affirm Fiberguard for the past 2 years and then my stylist just told me on my last touch up that I no longer need the Fiberguard because my hair is in good shape. She used the regular Affirm. I really didn't notice any difference between the two. She said the Fiberguard just has more conditioners in it. That made me wonder why she would say I didn't need the extra conditioners. This was also the visit when she insisted on cutting an inch and said she wasn't "hating" on "whatever this growth spurt is" (as she said). Should I be leary? Now I think I'll insist on going back to the Fiberguard. Can't hurt right?

RUBY · #17 08-05-2003, 12:26 PM

vevster, you can buy affirm online at www.sheldeez.com

vevster · #18 08-05-2003, 12:33 PM

Thanks, Ruby!

Brittster · #19 08-05-2003, 12:39 PM

I recently ordered Affirm sensitive scalp online from sheldeez.com. I was curious to try the Fiberguard, but I saw the price (i think that it is $65) and I dont have that right now, so I will use the Sensitive Scalp which im sure will give me the results I like since I had no problems with the Affirm no-lye Mild.

MissB · #20 08-05-2003, 04:25 PM

My stylist indicated that if your hair is weak or you have breakage then the Fiberguard is the better relaxer.