OK I have a dumb question about self relaxing

[intergalacticartist]

You know the amount of hair in each section when you rollerset...are those sections thin enough to apply relaxer to (try to find an estimate for my section size)...too thin maybe??

I was also thinking of using small rubberbands to help me with the demarcation line. Like making a small pony within the section to help me out since I can't see.
Is this a good idea??

 

[SouthernTease]

I wouldn't put a rubberband anywhere
near my line of demarcation.
Don't do it girl!!!
You should really have someone
you trust help you do the relaxer.

 

[balisi]

^^^ I agree with this.

 

[intergalacticartist]

bumping for responses...

 

[wheezy807]

i think you should use those plastic rollerset clips, i forget the name. Because i hear anything metal reacts to the relaxer (chemical).

 

[RubyWoo]

Firstly, don't use rubber bands. They can unnecessarily break your hair especially when you're on the clock to make sure you relax within the recommended time.

Anyhow, one thing that helped me tremendously on my last self relax was a tip I got from Softtresses (LHCF member). I part my hair in four sections and then make 1/4" inch parts/sections within each section. What I did was loosely twist each 1/4" inch section. The twist began close to the demarcation line. It is sooo helpful because I didn't get any relaxer on my previously relaxed hair, my previously relaxed hair didn't get in the way like it did in the past and I was able to move quickly. I was able to apply within 5-7 min and had time to smooth. Then, in the last 2 min I just undid the twists and that was very easy since they were loose.

 

[intergalacticartist]

^^^so about how many sections did you have within each section??

 

[RubyWoo]

^^^so about how many sections did you have within each section??

Honestly, I can't remember. I just remember how big I made them which was 1/4" inch.

 

[natdream]

Firstly, don't use rubber bands. They can unnecessarily break your hair especially when you're on the clock to make sure you relax within the recommended time.

Anyhow, one thing that helped me tremendously on my last self relax was a tip I got from Softtresses (LHCF member). I part my hair in four sections and then make 1/4" inch parts/sections within each section. What I did was loosely twist each 1/4" inch section. The twist began close to the demarcation line. It is sooo helpful because I didn't get any relaxer on my previously relaxed hair, my previously relaxed hair didn't get in the way like it did in the past and I was able to move quickly. I was able to apply within 5-7 min and had time to smooth. Then, in the last 2 min I just undid the twists and that was very easy since they were loose.

Hi Nixx,
Did you lightly twist and then braid? I'm trying to visualize what you did because it seems as if you would get perm on the twisted hair. Thanks

 

[RubyWoo]

Hi Nixx,
did you lightly twist and then braid. I'm trying to visualize what you did because it seems as if you would get perm on the twisted hair. Thanks

Hey!

No, I did two strand twists. Sorry, I should've stated that. I twisted right to the ends just like with single two-strand twists. Relaxer was only on the new growth. Here's Softresses post regarding her relaxing method:
http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showpost.php?p=2270167&postcount=6
She uses bands on the ends, I don't. My ends are secure without the use of any bands.

I should've also mentioned that I did the half/half method when relaxing. If you're not familiar with that method, check out LondonDiva's fotki. I relaxed the back of my hair first, rinsed, conditioned and then neutralized all while I had a shower cap covering the front of my hair. Then I did the same process with the front of my hair. And then followed up with deep conditioning. HTH!

 

[intergalacticartist]

How were you able to rinse the back section without getting the front wet??
sorry for all the questions but I'm really just trying to understand this self relaxing thing

 

[RubyWoo]

How were you able to rinse the back section without getting the front wet??
sorry for all the questions but I'm really just trying to understand this self relaxing thing

That's okay. I have a detachable shower head so I'm able to bring my shower head with my hands and put it directly to the back sections. I also secure the shower cap that's on the front of my hair with clips so it doesn't fall off. I'm sorry I don't have any pics because pics would make it so much easier to understand. I would advise you to check out LondonDiva's fotki because she has pictures and I found it soooo helpful.

 

[intergalacticartist]

I went to her fotki, while I got the instructions, I did not see any pictures. What's up??erplexed

 

[Misseyl]

You know the amount of hair in each section when you rollerset...are those sections thin enough to apply relaxer to (try to find an estimate for my section size)...too thin maybe??

I was also thinking of using small rubberbands to help me with the demarcation line. Like making a small pony within the section to help me out since I can't see.
Is this a good idea??

Not a dumb question at all. What I do is tie each section with clear plastic wrap, this way I don't have to part each section and the plastic slips off while I'm smoothing the hair. Hope this makes sense.