Back on Creamy Crack - Self Relax Reggie Needs Feedback Please!!!!

BlackDiamond21

BlackDiamond21

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OK... I guess I am back on the creamy crack - DAMN :lol:!

I was going to BC or LT Transition w/o BC but I realized all my back and forth is because I am super bored with my hair, wigs and what not :drunk:. So my new plan is to cut my APL hair to SL in a cute long bob and maintain it's health.

Every time I get to BSL it thins out eventually. So at this moment, I am not looking to grow I just want to maintain health and have better habits.

My Mom cut it last weekend from BSL to APL and we took pics. I LOVED IT and it inspired me to get a long bob cut. Which I plan to do in 2 weeks :yep:.

This 12 week stretch, has taught me a lot about taking care of my own hair (first time I have done it all the washing maintenance myself since high school ) and I think I am ready to perm my hair again myself :clap:. It's been at least 10 years since I have done it myself though :think:

So please give me feedback on my Self Relaxing reggie:

Week Before
Poo w/ ION clarifying shampoo
DC w/ Aveda Damage Remedy Intensive Restruct Treatment for 10 mins - no dryer
Follow w/ Avocado & Coconut Milk Mask (1 avocodo, 1 can coco milk, blend, put on hair for 10-15 mins under dryer and then rinse out.).
Rinse w/ Nettle tea (to minimize shedding)

2 Days Before
Base scalp w/ WGO (been doing this for a year or so now and works great for my sensitive scalp)

Day of Relaxer
Put WGO on already relaxed hair
Either do Half n Half method or part into 4-6 sections
Relax w/ No Lye Silk Elements Megasilk Relaxer
Relax edges and nape LAST!
Rinse out VERY well
Apply Aphogee 2 Min Reconstructor for 3-5 mins
Rinse
Wash w/ Neutralizing Poo until Runs Clear
Apply Clairol Beautiful Collection Semi-Perm Color 11W (Honey Brown)
Sit under dryer for 25 mins
Rinse
Roller set, under dryer & then style

Is that ok???

BTW, I have been reading on the self relaxing thread for ideas, so THANK YOU SO MUCH LADIES!!!

BD21
 
This is similar to what I plan on doing tomorrow. I have SAA which I plan to add to my roots tonight for added protection.
Make sure you have everything you need on hand before getting started:)

Did I read that right - are you colouring your hair at the same time?
 
creamy crack?
where are the pics?

the reggie sounds find - don't go heavy on the wheat germ though.

just a suggestion, if you haven't self-relaxed in that long, perhaps you should get someone to help you, practice, or at least do half/half
 
Cream Crack is slang for Relaxer

My pics are on my Fotki Album that is in my signature.

I don't have any wheat germ in my reggie. Where are you getting that from? - NEVERMIND - The Aphogee 2 min thingy. Got it!

I will practice applying it to my hair this weekend by using my mask. :) Thanks for the tip!
 
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BlackDiamond21 said:
Just ordered my SPRUSH!!! :) Hope it gets here before next weekend in time for my relaxer!!!
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I used the sprush the last time I self-relaxed (June). I loved it!!!! I ordered the relaxer kit that comes with 5 different sized Sprushes and they actually sent 7 in the kit. Deep into my stretch, when I can't get to my roots/scalp too good, I use the sprush to apply my conditioner for a deep condition. I absolutely love them.
 
WGO -

Perhaps you mean Wild Growth Oil. Without you using the initials in context I made the distinction that you were using wheat germ oil.

creamy crack -

I am well aware of the terminology; however, relaxer is a very strong and potent chemical. It has the potential to cause great and irreparable follicular damage. I see your excitement and perhaps anxiety regarding the process, but I urge you to take some time before you use the "creamy crack," especially if you regard it as such.
 
HijabiFlygirl said:
WGO -

Perhaps you mean Wild Growth Oil. Without you using the initials in context I made the distinction that you were using wheat germ oil.

creamy crack -

I am well aware of the terminology; however, relaxer is a very strong and potent chemical. It has the potential to cause great and irreparable follicular damage. I see your excitement and perhaps anxiety regarding the process, but I urge you to take some time before you use the "creamy crack," especially if you regard it as such.
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I do understand a lot about relaxers. I have been getting them for about 20 years now. What I failed at was taking care of my relaxed hair.

I use the term creamy crack because 1.) it's funny and 2.) in order to maintain a relaxed head you must continue to use it creating a funny correlation IMO to a crack addiction. I think of Tyrone Biggums when I think of crack!
 
You said that this is the first time that you've self relaxed in about 10 years. Was your stylist using no-lye? Most stylists use lye unless the client specifically requests no-lye. So, when you do it yourself you might want to use lye. Good luck!
 
BlackDiamond21 said:
Yes you can use this SEMI-perm color right after a relaxer. It is specifically for relaxed hair and I have used it before. :) Check out the website: http://www.clairolpro.com/products/demi_permanent/beautiful_collection
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This is the color that I use right after a relaxer. Clairol color is wonderful! Just a warning: Your hair might feel very hard and tangled after using it, but just put in an inexpensive conditioner that gives you lots of slip for a minute or two and your hair will immediately feel better. I use Garnier Fructis instant melting conditioner.
 
MissLawyerLady said:
Are you going to do moisturizing condish or DC in reggie? Can you condish after color or will that make the color fade?
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I had thought about that but I am not sure how that is going to work. I know hair after a relaxer the hair absorbs whatever you put on it. I am afraid if I condish or DC, the the color won't take b/c I am sealing that in, instead of the color.

Any feedback on this ladies? Anyone know if you can condish or DC and then add color???

imaccami said:
You said that this is the first time that you've self relaxed in about 10 years. Was your stylist using no-lye? So, when you do it yourself you might want to use lye. Good luck!
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I always brought my own relaxer, except one time and they were all no-lye. My hair doesn't take much to relax, so I always use mild, no lye relaxers. The one time I didn't bring my own, they used a Dominican lye relaxer on my head that felt like FY-UR! I had my toes curled, fists clenched and everything as it was rinsed out. It was so bad I used to have a bald spot in the front on my hair line. It BURED it away and it would not grow back on it's own. Once I came on here and started drinking the WGO kool-aid, my hair grew back!!! :) I never though it would. So all that to say, me and lye don't get along. :)

newbeginnings2010 said:
Just a warning: Your hair might feel very hard and tangled after using it, but just put in an inexpensive conditioner that gives you lots of slip for a minute or two and your hair will immediately feel better.
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Thanks for the tip. I have noticed after having my stylist put this in my hair, my hair did feel hard. So now I will make sure to put a nice condish in to give it back that softness. Do you think using my Silicone would work ok? I just love the way my hair feels in that stuff... :)
 
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