Hi there, I would like to have a buddy.
I relaxed one week ago as well on Dec 26th. I normally stretch 10 weeks, but I think I could do 12. I'm 4 a/b, fine strands. I self-relax with ORS normal strength.
@Nix08 yes we are buds! I'll be 2 weeks post tomorrow. Going for 18 weeks so I got you for 10 weeks!
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I am thinking I'll try to stretch one more time...I was coming out underprocessed BUT I think I've figured out why so we'll see how long I go
I may be with you for 16:shock:
Before when I would stretch I would come out underprocessed but I've found with my last relaxer that if I reduce the protein that I use on my ng close to TU time then I'm good We'll see if I'm singing the same tune in a few weeks
@Nix08 - Woohoo! Glad you're in for the long haul! I never thought I'd be able to go 18 weeks, but @baddison sneakily challenged me to do it.
Funny thing is that it was really hard around 14-15 weeks, but after that, it got easy. It's was like my hair just decided to behave. I also found that Wen Fig is my staple product to help me stretch. Finding a product(s) that works for your hair in that late stretch phase is crucial.
...yeah...my hair and I have a mutual understanding. She promises to stop shedding as long as I promise to keep the moisture coming! Most of us already know that the key to a nice long stretch is keeping the DMZ nice and moisturized, and low manipulation. Once I get past 8 weeks, I begin to spritz my roots once a day with Shea Moisture Hibiscus/Cocunut Moisture Mist. THis thing truly works wonders on dry thirsty roots.
