~~~The LHCF Guide to Healthy Relaxed Hair~~~

[Aggie]

Hey ya'll! We made "sticky" status!

this is great. Now I don't have to search all over the place for when I need these threads.

 

[lovely_locks]

I have been gone for a while and went from natural to relaxed....and I have not been taking care of my relaxed hair like I should. I really need this thread!

 

[dedicatedshopper]

Excellent thread, thanks so much.

 

[DiamondTeaira]

This was a much needed thread. As a newbie you can become searching through all the post searching for information. Since I have decided not to transition I will be subscribing!

 

[Brownsilk8]

Thanks a bunch!! This is definitely needed. Great idea Sunnieb!!

 

[Toy]

Thanks Sunnieb!!!

 

[EbonyCPrincess]

Okay soooooo I cannot wait til I can re-post in a couple of those "relaxed inspiration" threads and update that I'M BSL 4B RELAXED! lol!

 

[camilla]

updated just made mbl aiming for wl 2012!!!!! i have been only using heat about two times in my 3 to 4 month stretch mostly braid outs wearing weaves and glueless lace wigs i will update picts of my protective and last length shot (a year ago) later i am at work

most helpful thing to me is only use cones when i am wearing my hair out straight otherwise i just use a self made moisturizer and seal with a mix of jbco and wheat germ oil (ceremides) when i am braided up in weaves or wigs i spray a mix of cone free cond (trader joes or giovanni sas), kc knot today aloe vera juice few drops of tea tree oil and seal with an oil every other day. Also washing in braids after 12 weeks post. HTH ANY QUESTIONS LET ME KNOW

 

[camilla]

updated just made mbl aiming for wl 2012!!!!! i have been only using heat about two times in my 3 to 4 month stretch mostly braid outs wearing weaves and glueless lace wigs i will update picts of my protective and last length shot (a year ago) later i am at work

most helpful thing to me is only use cones when i am wearing my hair out straight otherwise i just use a self made moisturizer and seal with a mix of jbco and wheat germ oil (ceremides) when i am braided up in weaves or wigs i spray a mix of cone free cond (trader joes or giovanni sas), kc knot today aloe vera juice few drops of tea tree oil and seal with an oil every other day. Also washing in braids after 12 weeks post. HTH ANY QUESTIONS LET ME KNOW

updated protective and length check 9 months ago

 

[soapdiva2]

Subscribed!!!! Muchos gracias

 

[sunnieb]

jillybean2012

Hey ya'll we got another newbie relaxed head!

 

[jillybean2012]

I am about two weeks into my healthy hair journey. This morning I decided to cut my terrible ends because I couldn't get them to do anything. No matter what I put on them they stayed frizzy. I think I did a pretty good job on it. I usually relaxed my entire head including my ends but I didn't this time since I was trying to put in the relaxer correctly. I am learning a lot and I think I am beginning to understand my hair. Hopefully, by this day 12-24 of next year, I will have made significant progress on the health and length of my hair. Everyone have a great holiday and stay safe!

 

[LaidBak]

I am about two weeks into my healthy hair journey. This morning I decided to cut my terrible ends because I couldn't get them to do anything. No matter what I put on them they stayed frizzy. I think I did a pretty good job on it. I usually relaxed my entire head including my ends but I didn't this time since I was trying to put in the relaxer correctly. I am learning a lot and I think I am beginning to understand my hair. Hopefully, by this day 12-24 of next year, I will have made significant progress on the health and length of my hair. Everyone have a great holiday and stay safe!

Welcome and good luck! You won't regret that trim. And yes, PLEASE stop relaxing your whole head. Oooohh weeee!

 

[sunnieb]

jillybean2012 - Thanks for posting. And like LaidBak said, you will not regret that trim. My hair is so much better now that I've gotten rid of most of my pre-LHCF over-processed and damaged hair.

And good for you for not relaxing your whole head again.....

 

[ReignLocks]

Why am I just seeing this????? This is GREAT!

 

[sunnieb]

cutiepiesensei - several airdrying threads are on page 1.

Sent from my Comet using LHCF

 

[LexaKing]

Awesome Thread, thanks so much!!!! Subscribing!

I started getting relaxers 10 years ago, and usually every 3 months. Now I'm down to twice a year so I still have texture. I just love the versatility of relaxed hair. Now I am hoping I can get my relaxed hair to WL and super healthy!

 

[mochalocks]

wow.. Nice thread. I guess you would call me a newbie to this thread, as I relaxed my hair for the first time last month after 7 years of having natural hair..

 

[sckri23]

Omg I have to hide my conditioner!!!! I'm in NC I have to be ready by 3 for a funeral in DC I don't have the time to cowash and air dry tonight. But its calling my name ugh.... My conditioner is going in my bedroom closet till my shower is over

*~SCKRI23~* via LHCF app

 

[bklynbornNbred]

jazzybklyn there's lots of good info in this thread.

 

[Voicediva]

Thanks so much for this. I'm a newbie -- just joined last night. I thought I took good care of my hair until I read all the posts. I can't wait to get started! My hair is very fine and breaks if you look at it but it also draws up really tight when I sweat. I'm going to pray about it and set some realistic goals. Ladies, I'll need you to pray with me and hold my hand through the process.

The first thing I want to know is what is co-washing?erplexed

 

[sunnieb]

Welcome Voicediva!

Cowashing is where you use conditioner only to "wash" your hair. It's a great way to give your hair a moisture boost without worrying about potential drying effects of some shampoos.

I cowash about 3-4x a week and my hair loves it! I'll mention you in a few threads.

 

[Voicediva]

Thanks so much. I can't wait to get started. I've decided that my goal is for shoulder length hair by December 2012. I had my first night of bagging! OMG the results were fantastic. My hair is too short in the front, so I put saran wrap on the sides and top and wow! what a difference.

I'm going to start co-washing next week once I decide on the products. I've been reading lots of good things about mane and tail, so I think I'll try that.
Will keep you posted!
You're such a blessing - thanks!

 

[WhippedButterCreme]

I have a relaxed/textlax hair q. I'm going to begin swimming lessons the 23rd and was wondering how I should take care of my hair. Do you think Co-washing is enough to remove chlorine? I'd only be swimming once a week.

 

[bebezazueta]

I have a relaxed/textlax hair q. I'm going to begin swimming lessons the 23rd and was wondering how I should take care of my hair. Do you think Co-washing is enough to remove chlorine? I'd only be swimming once a week.

Me too! So I hope someone chimes in with the answers!

 

[Lucie]

I have a LOT of reading to do.

 

[baddison]

I have a relaxed/textlax hair q. I'm going to begin swimming lessons the 23rd and was wondering how I should take care of my hair. Do you think Co-washing is enough to remove chlorine? I'd only be swimming once a week.

Definitely looking for an answer to this one too

 

[gabulldawg]

I am subscribing to this thread! Glad I found it. Hoping to hear about the swimming question. I've been swimming once already this summer and hope to continue swimming.

 

[afrochique]

I have a relaxed/textlax hair q. I'm going to begin swimming lessons the 23rd and was wondering how I should take care of my hair. Do you think Co-washing is enough to remove chlorine? I'd only be swimming once a week.[/QUOTE/]
WhippedButterCreme
baddison bebezazueta gabulldawg
Hi! I would suggest that before you swim, coat your hair with some conditioner. After swimming, you can use ION swimmer's shampoo (I think that is the name) or Joico chelating. I personally follow up by using a conditioner which I leave on for the time that I wash my body then rinse off. Follow regular regi after this: quick co-wash, leave in, airdry, PS etc.
Co-washing adds moisture but in this case, you need a shampoo to remove the chemicals (chlorine) before you add moisture to your hair.

HTH.

 

[baddison]

Thanks. What kind of swim cap do you use? Does it stay on without slipping off with the conditioner?