PHYTO index 1 or 2

[twin1]

hi guys. I'm switching my relaxer to phyto and when I was purchasing it I realized that I didn't know which index to pick. I picked the index 1 because my hair is thin but coarse. did I pick the right one? I was afraid the index 2 would be the equivalent to a super relaxer. any thoughts from those who use this relaxer?

 

[JLove74]

Yes, you picked the correct one. I've been using Phyto since 2000 and I'm so happy my stylist introduced it to me. I recommend it to anyone who will listen..

 

[Mystic]

If your hair is thick, use Index 2. If your hair is fine and thin, use Index 1.

I wouldn't say that Index 2 is equivalent to a super relaxer because I could never use a super relaxer in my hair because it would break it off so fast. In addition, the super relaxer would burn me like hell. When I used Index 2, I kept it in for 25 minutes and never got a burn. Even though I kept in the relaxer for 25 minutes, my hair was straight but not super straight as how a regular super relaxer would get it straight in less time.

 

[atlien11]

If your hair is thick, use Index 2. If your hair is fine and thin, use Index 1.

I wouldn't say that Index 2 is equivalent to a super relaxer because I could never use a super relaxer in my hair because it would break it off so fast. In addition, the super relaxer would burn me like hell. When I used Index 2, I kept it in for 25 minutes and never got a burn. Even though I kept in the relaxer for 25 minutes, my hair was straight but not super straight as how a regular super relaxer would get it straight in less time.

I agree with what she said. I use index 2 because i have thick coarse 4B hair. Its nothing close to a SUPER though.

 

[NeeSee]

I used Index I. The first time I got Index II but it was a little too strong. So yes you picked the right one.

 

[twin1]

thank you ladies soo much. I knew I could count on the experts. I can't wait to get it done!!!!!!!!!

 

[HighlyFavored1]

When I was going to get Phyto (but had a chickening out moment) I went to a salon that does the relaxer. The stylist told me that, in his opinion, Phyto II was a bit stronger than Affirm Regular, which I had to stop using only because it made my hair (which is fine and thin) too straight.

I'll be trying Phyto I next time and one member gave me some good advice, if you use Phyto I and it doesn't seem strong enough, you can always switch to Phyto II the next time for a straighter look. That's better than starting off with something too strong for your hair.