Relaxed Hair Thread

[ItsMeLilLucky]

I would use Vaseline. I have some vitale base, but regular petro jelly does the trick. That stuff has menthol in it and it doesn’t work well when you are sweating! Why would they wanna use an ingredient that stimulates the scalp? Somebody needs to go back to the lab on that one! I know where they were going with that, but it is stupid! Trying to add some cooling/soothing effect.

But I like it

It calms the itchies down. I usually wait a couple of minutes though before I apply the relaxer.

 

[Evolving78]

I bought that hair band from Walmart to help keep your edges from sweating out. Haven't used it yet. I got the cheaper one. I might give it a try soon. Gotta work on my birthday body for next year! Lol

I’ve been working on my birthday body and it still needs a lot of work! Lol I’m eating better, but struggling to work out. And I didn’t go to a salon...

 

[Evolving78]

I decided I’m gonna self relax my next relaxer and just put my hair in mini sections to get through my hair quicker. And I’m gonna stick to the Silk Elements Mega Silk Lye I already have. I wanna try more It’s A 10 products. I got a gift card and target gift card.

 

[Lymegreen]

I’ve decided that I’m not going to use the E’tae Carmel system that my stylist recommended.

Also , I’m not going back to her. Lol

I’m not impressed with the job she’s done so far.

I took a chance and used henna and the color looks good. I was mainly going to her for color and cut. I got my greys covered so. I’ll have to find someone else by the time I need. Henna will serve for a couple of months.

 

[LushLox]

I usually don't. I just wait several days after a wash so I have a good amount of build up.
The one time I tried to base my hair it came out really under processed. I may have used too much petroleum jelly.

You could always do it the night before, if you’re relaxing in the morning say. The Vaseline is heavy so it’ll still be there by the time you’re ready to relax.

 

[BlueSage]

I just finished my relaxer! Under the heat cap now with deep conditioner. I just started using Creme of Nature everythang and I really like it so far. I've been a protective style for the last 6 months (on and off) and I really missed my hair. I have decided to give sew-ins and braids a loooong break. I'm a little past shoulder length now so I am going to research what protective styles I can do without the braids/sew-in. Any suggestions?

 

[Wenbev]

I decided I’m gonna self relax my next relaxer and just put my hair in mini sections to get through my hair quicker. And I’m gonna stick to the Silk Elements Mega Silk Lye I already have. I wanna try more It’s A 10 products. I got a gift card and target gift card.

I like the its a 10 leave in (the original) It was in regular rotation when I was natural and straight styling. Just as good relaxed

 

[Wenbev]

I’ve decided that I’m not going to use the E’tae Carmel system that my stylist recommended.

Also , I’m not going back to her. Lol

I’m not impressed with the job she’s done so far.

I took a chance and used henna and the color looks good. I was mainly going to her for color and cut. I got my greys covered so. I’ll have to find someone else by the time I need. Henna will serve for a couple of months.

I was a henna head for almost six years and loved it. I got tired of the dark hair.

 

[ItsMeLilLucky]

Why am I so freaking lazy when it comes to my hair. My hair isn't even that long. I'm already cheap, I can't be cheap AND lazy

 

[Evolving78]

I just finished my relaxer! Under the heat cap now with deep conditioner. I just started using Creme of Nature everythang and I really like it so far. I've been a protective style for the last 6 months (on and off) and I really missed my hair. I have decided to give sew-ins and braids a loooong break. I'm a little past shoulder length now so I am going to research what protective styles I can do without the braids/sew-in. Any suggestions?

Two French braids, buns, French twist pin up, French braid back down the middle, or going from the nape up.

 

[Evolving78]

Will be washing my hair tomorrow. It will be all about the moisture! I moisturized and sealed my hair this morning, but my hair is screaming for some water and a nice deep condition!

 

[LushLox]

My hair looks messy as hell today. My curls dropped by the time I got to the door so I’ve just put it into a scrappy fishtail braid and hoping that my makeshift pin curls at the front gives me a semblance of some curl!

On a positive my hair is nicely moisturised.

 

[LushLox]

I just bought the whole Affirm system plus a couple of extra goodies. The whole thing was a £100, so it better work for me!

 

[Evolving78]

I just bought the whole Affirm system plus a couple of extra goodies. The whole thing was a £100, so it better work for me!

I’m excited! Lol I wish I could be there when get your package! Lol I love opening packages, or watching others do it! Lol

 

[Evolving78]

Any relaxed ladies with high porosity? I’m normally low po, but after all of the things my hair has been through, I claim high porosity.

Oh and does anyone have a favorite detangler?

 

[nymane]

I just bought the whole Affirm system plus a couple of extra goodies. The whole thing was a £100, so it better work for me!

Looking forward to your review Did you get the No-Lye or Lye version?

 

[LushLox]

Looking forward to your review Did you get the No-Lye or Lye version?

Affirm Sensitive scalp no lye

 

[nymane]

Affirm Sensitive scalp no lye

My favorite...I hope it turns out well!

 

[LushLox]

My favorite...I hope it turns out well!

Do you use mild or regular?

 

[nymane]

Do you use mild or regular?

Most times I use mild strength, but if I stretch longer than my typical timeframe I use normal strength.

 

[Evolving78]

I like the its a 10 leave in (the original) It was in regular rotation when I was natural and straight styling. Just as good relaxed

I got the shampoo, conditioner, mask, and leave-in.. gave me so much moisture! This will be my staple line. Next is Silk Elements, then Macadamia Oil Professional. Next lines I would like to try in the future is Moroccan oil.

 

[Evolving78]

Putting some Felicia braids in. Hopefully this can ge my through until Sunday. Wash day is going to be Sunday and Thursday, or Tues and Saturday hopefully. I may switch up sometimes and do the cornrows.

 

[gemruby41]

I just bought the whole Affirm system plus a couple of extra goodies. The whole thing was a £100, so it better work for me!

I use the system too. I love it!

 

[gemruby41]

Affirm Fiberguard almost destroyed my hair a couple of years ago. When I switched back to the Affirm Sensitive Scalp (No lye), my hair transformed into silk

I used the Fiberguard lye version and hated it. I bought a bucket of it and ended up giving it away. It left my hair very dry and under processed. I've been using the Sensitive Scalp no lye for awhile now, and my hair is way better.

 

[Evolving78]

I will be using that new Aphogee treatment for my next wash. I will be using Mane and tail detangler instead of CON Argan Oil leave-in, so I’m not added additional protein in my hair. Going to try a braidout tomorrow.

 

[Evolving78]

Ya’ll are making me wanting to get back to no lye. I want silky hair too! Lol

 

[Evolving78]

I tried Fantasia ic carrot growth serum. It is really light. There are two formulas. I guess I got the light one. It like it a lot. I used it setting my braids for my braidout. I guess carrot oil is the new trend now?
It is ok to wear a braid out this time of year? This is like my fourth time wearing one.

@ItsMeLilLucky
Did you figure out what to do with your hair? Maybe you can do this braidout thing with me.

 

[ItsMeLilLucky]

@shortdub78 Lately I've been wearing two braids, an extension bun or ponytail, or just a ponytail with my own hair. My hair is pretty asymmetrical so I don't think a braid out would look good at this stage

 

[Wenbev]

Any relaxed ladies with high porosity? I’m normally low po, but after all of the things my hair has been through, I claim high porosity.

Oh and does anyone have a favorite detangler?

I'm hi po after some heat damage, coloring for a while and now being relaxed. ACV helps to close the cuticle. any oil is my friend

 

[GraceandJoy]

Any relaxed ladies with high porosity? I’m normally low po, but after all of the things my hair has been through, I claim high porosity.

Oh and does anyone have a favorite detangler?

Coming out of "lurk status" to comment . I am high porosity. I moisturize and seal almost every day, because if I don't, my hair will snap....been there, done that. ...don't won't to lose my hair again. I wear my hair in a braid, ponytail, or up-do almost every day.

I really like the KeraCare detangler. I started using it because of the reviews and comments on LHCF.