Relaxed Hair Thread

[Saludable84]

How do you girls keep your braids/twist outs looking fresh?

I just keep redoing the twist. Sucks, but it keeps the definition.

 

[LaurenMechelle]

LaurenMechelle - OMG! When I get to WL, I want those beautiful layers you have.

Long layers on WL!!

 

[LaurenMechelle]

I found it! Thanks! I went to WallyWorld and they had 4 piece sets for $9.88!! Winning!!! I bought 2.... I am also loving the nutrient spray, I am very heavy handed and need to lighten up but I am so happy you shared this!!!!!

ZOMG jealous!!! That's an incredible deal!! And yeah - nutrient spray is awesome!

I secretly hoard because I'm always paranoid they'll change the formula

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

ZOMG jealous!!! That's an incredible deal!! And yeah - nutrient spray is awesome!

I secretly hoard because I'm always paranoid they'll change the formula

Glad im not alone. I have some in my trunk that I need to sneak in the house....dh is always looking. ..lol

Suny

 

[SuchaLady]

Nevermind....

 

[PlainJane]

Okay, I think my problem may be protein overload. I googled the two moisturizers I had been using daily and they both have protein. Also, so does the new conditioner I had been using every now and then. I just clarified and am DCing overnight with keracare moisturizing conditioner. I applied it relaxer style so I'm hoping for the best in the morning!! Thanks ladies for all your help!

 

[divachyk]

Nevermind....

I'm always late, did I miss something? SuchaLady Either way, nevermind made me laugh as I had something slick on my mind anyway.

 

[SuchaLady]

I'm always late, did I miss something? SuchaLady Either way, nevermind made me laugh as I had something slick on my mind anyway.

divachyk no I just posted the wrong thing.

 

[tapioca_pudding]

I replied back in that thread but it does work well. The runoff causes less damage in the long run.

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Thanks for the feedback!!

tapioca_pudding I'm so excited for you! I love that you are doing plenty of research beforehand!

I do a light protein dc 3 days prior to relaxing and I also do the mid-relaxer protein step. Then my first dc after a fresh relaxer is light protein again. From there I alternate between protein and moisturizing dc's.

Thank you so much for the feedback! I think what Im going to do is spray my hair with SAAs before relaxing, let it air dry, relax and then do a mid protein step. I dont want to risk being underprocessed but I definitely want that added strength. I just have to decide which day Im going to relax.. hell I might do it tonight lol.

 

[SuchaLady]

If high buns are your favorite style but breakage scares you flip your head upside down! I let gravity do all the work for me. I actually have to brush and smooth more for a low bun than I do for high.

 

[Babygrowth]

Thanks for the feedback!!

Thank you so much for the feedback! I think what Im going to do is spray my hair with SAAs before relaxing, let it air dry, relax and then do a mid protein step. I dont want to risk being underprocessed but I definitely want that added strength. I just have to decide which day Im going to relax.. hell I might do it tonight lol.

I used CHI silk infusion as my SAA and although my hair was a little underprocessed, I will use It every time. I will just have to modify my technique. Go for it!

 

[tapioca_pudding]

I used CHI silk infusion as my SAA and although my hair was a little underprocessed, I will use It every time. I will just have to modify my technique. Go for it!

Babygrowth - I went home on my lunch break and misted my hair with SAA. Im okay if its a bit underprocessed this go round, Ill jus know how to tweak it for next time like you mentioned. Thank you for responding!

 

[divachyk]

Anyone used affirm fiberguard or naked relaxer with success or unfortunately, failure.

 

[Mahsiah]

For you ladies who do the ghe method, what has it done for your relaxed hair?

 

[SunySydeofLyfe]

For you ladies who do the ghe method, what has it done for your relaxed hair?

Mahsiah I just started consistently recently but my hair seems more moisturized. I baggy with mtg (floral scent). Almost every night. Hoping thats a magical boost.

Suny

 

[TheNDofUO]

I love baggying overnight. But I'm someone who does very regular protein treatments. I don't think it's a good idea if you're not sure you're getting enough protein.

 

[tapioca_pudding]

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[Saludable84]

I used CHI silk infusion as my SAA and although my hair was a little underprocessed, I will use It every time. I will just have to modify my technique. Go for it!

I use the CHI every relaxer and the crisco traps it in. it still works pretty good.

Anyone used affirm fiberguard or naked relaxer with success or unfortunately, failure.

I used the Affirm. It leaves a lot of texture. Its good, but I wouldn't recommend it since I don't see myself using it in the future.

For you ladies who do the ghe method, what has it done for your relaxed hair?

It left my hair wet, then a tad moist. I had to use protein more often.

 

[SuchaLady]

I think my hair retains moisture well from my conditioner because any of the methods mentioned to boost moisture levels (ex. Cowashing, baggying, GHE) leave my hair greasy and nasty.

 

[Babygrowth]

For you ladies who do the ghe method, what has it done for your relaxed hair?

I only baggy for a couple of hours and its mostly when I do bantu knots or apply a product intended for growth. It maintains my moisture level and helps all products really sink in. My highly porous hair Can't take more than 3 hours. By the way I love your hair!

 

[Saludable84]

Someone come talk to my edges because the gels gave up!

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Saludable84

Is that a twist out? If so...PLEASE teach me. Because I have a feeling that my hair is going to be a HAM if I try.

 

[Saludable84]

Saludable84 Is that a twist out? If so...PLEASE teach me. Because I have a feeling that my hair is going to be a HAM if I try.

Lmao!!!! I need to put up another post I see lol. Your the second person to ask.

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[niknakmac]

So I was trying to wait until the week of my birthday to relax (Dec 17) but I want to look cute for the holiday!!!! I'm tired of my bun and I think a blow out right now would be a disaster....hmmmmmmmm maybe a bantu knot out.

 

[SincerelyBeautiful]

So I was trying to wait until the week of my birthday to relax (Dec 17) but I want to look cute for the holiday!!!! I'm tired of my bun and I think a blow out right now would be a disaster....hmmmmmmmm maybe a bantu knot out.

I'm all for Bantu knot outs that's my Go-To hairstyle when I'm looking for something Jazzy to do to my hair!!!

 

[mschristine]

I got a trim this morning...she got rid of a lot of nasty looking ends..my hair feels and looks better. Now it's time to focus on this breakage in the back.....

 

[Saludable84]

Got some curl junkie curl fix for my moisture overload.... truth.com

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[coolsista-paris]

what do you ladies think of this price:

186$ for relaxing virgin /natural hair at a salon... the details below( they really count everythig alone)!

- relaxer (no lye): 89$
-extra charge for virgin hair : 23$
-shampoo: 16$
-cut: 24$
-hairstying: 33$

wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i had not been in a salon for 6 years so im not used to the prices but isnt this excessive????

i might end up self relaxing........

tell me what you think please.

 

[Lilmama1011]

what do you ladies think of this price: 186$ for relaxing virgin /natural hair at a salon... the details below( they really count everythig alone)! - relaxer (no lye): 89$ -extra charge for virgin hair : 23$ -shampoo: 16$ -cut: 24$ -hairstying: 33$ wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i had not been in a salon for 6 years so im not used to the prices but isnt this excessive???? i might end up self relaxing........ tell me what you think please.

Heck no!!!!!!!

 

[coolsista-paris]

Heck no!!!!!!!

all right so i wasnt wrong or acting like someone asking for free service. i was all happy to relax and the price just stopped me! i tried 2 other salons ànd they were also above 150$ ! paris black salons are crazy! ! !