Tex-Lax,or Relax?

[Mz.Shug]

Are you tex-laxed or relaxed what are the advantages? I go in to the salon tomorrow please please help a sistah and reply.

 

[ajargon02]

Are you tex-laxed or relaxed what are the advantages? I go in to the salon tomorrow please please help a sistah and reply.

Hi Mz.Shug,
If you do a search, there was a poll not too long ago that polled many members here. it had relaxed,natural, texlaxed who was what, what their experience was ect. You should check it out. Hth

 

[ackee walk]

Are you tex-laxed or relaxed what are the advantages? I go in to the salon tomorrow please please help a sistah and reply.

i am texlaxed. advantages? thicker, fuller, more resilient hair. disadvantages? more prone to tangles.

by the way, i think it is generally easier to go from being natural to texlaxing than it is to go from relaxing bone straight to texlaxing. when i was "transitioning" from relaxing bone straight to texlaxing, it was hard and my hair was a HAM b/c i had to contend with three different textures (natural new growth, texlaxed hair and bone straight ends).

but for me, in the end, the advantages of being texlaxed outweigh the disadvantages.

 

[hunnybunny81]

i am texlaxed. advantages? thicker, fuller, more resilient hair. disadvantages? more prone to tangles.

by the way, i think it is generally easier to go from being natural to texlaxing than it is to go from relaxing bone straight to texlaxing. when i was "transitioning" from relaxing bone straight to texlaxing, it was hard and my hair was a HAM b/c i had to contend with three different textures (natural new growth, texlaxed hair and bone straight ends).

but for me, in the end, the advantages of being texlaxed outweigh the disadvantages.

ITA. IMO a lot of people who are "texlaxed", that started off relaxed bone straight, eventually got that way because of underprocessing...

In my case I was relaxed bone straight and after months of underprocessing realized I was texlaxed..it is tough dealing with one part of your hair being texlaxed and another part having straight ends

I would think, like the other poster stated, it'd be much easier going from natural to texlaxed...IMO

I ultimately couldn't deal with the two textures, and detangling was a ****** so I did a corrective and I'm back to bone straight.

 

[prospurr4]

Are you tex-laxed or relaxed what are the advantages? I go in to the salon tomorrow please please help a sistah and reply.

I'm texlaxed, and I love it! My hair is so much thicker/fuller and stronger, and my texlaxed hair blends so much better with my new growth. I transitioned from fully-relaxed, by wearing LOTS of protective styles (spiral sets, buns, etc) and gradually trimming off relaxed ends. I don't find it difficult to detangle; I just make sure that I thoroughly remove shedded hair once per week, and I have no problem. I don't see myself ever going back to being fully-relaxed.

 

[miami74]

I'm transitioning from relaxed to texlaxed. I'm loving it! My hair is getting thicker with more body. I also love seeing a slight wave pattern when I pin my hair into an updo. Disadvantages is dealing with the 3 textures, as mentioned above. But, I just make sure I moisturize my roots and the length of my hair daily. I'm also making sure to comb out the shed hair before washing and braiding it up before I shampoo. I'm sticking to texlax! No more relaxing bone straight for me!

 

[IntoMyhair]

Texlexled and i love it. I just did what i call a BC the other day to get rid of my relaxed ends. Detangling today after leaving on my dc over night was lovely. My hair is a lot shorter but thick as a motha right now.

ITA: I still have some relaxed ends and areas to get rid of. I will cut those off in small amounts.

 

[charmtreese]

Im relaxed, not bone straight though, just the regular relaxed!!

I was uderprocessed (texlaxed) before getting a corrective and I didn't like it at ALL. My hair tangled too much and it was hard for me to keep a straight style. My hair breaks and tangles A LOT less now that Im relaxed!

 

[fluffylocks]

Was transitoning, but im going to wait untill i get to BSL...

Anyway
Not tex-laxed. My hair never gets really bone straight for some reason, but i do not want to be texlaxed because IDK, IMO its just easier to be on one side or the other, i wouldnt like different levels of curliness in my hair done on purpose.

 

[Aggie]

ITA. IMO a lot of people who are "texlaxed", that started off relaxed bone straight, eventually got that way because of underprocessing...

In my case I was relaxed bone straight and after months of underprocessing realized I was texlaxed..it is tough dealing with one part of your hair being texlaxed and another part having straight ends

I would think, like the other poster stated, it'd be much easier going from natural to texlaxed...IMO

I ultimately couldn't deal with the two textures, and detangling was a ****** so I did a corrective and I'm back to bone straight.[/quote]

Yup, what she said in the bolded. I tried texlaxing for at least 6 months and I thought that it was gonna be okay but then I started to have demarcation breakage and this morning I also did a corrective and relaxed my hair back to bone-straight. MAN am I happy now:trampolin! My hairlooks really good and because I know how to take care of my relaxed hair now, relaxed hair it will be.

 

[DDTexlaxed]

My texlaxed hair was easier to care for and I could still wash n go. That is because I lightly texlaxed it for 5 minutes only. I only started having trouble when I tried to go from texlaxed to relaxed. I'm natural now, but if I were going to change, I would texlax.

 

[LivingDoll]

Hi...texlaxed head here...

Even before I joined the board, I always underprocessed my relaxers because I didn't like bone straight hair. My hair is very easy to straighten and bone straight hair on me was way too limp for my tastes. I always used something like PCJ or a mild relaxer instead of a regular strength. Having texlaxed hair for me is similar to having bone straight because I can still manipulate it the same....it's just that when wet it has texture and when dry it has more life and body. It allows me more styling options.

 

[OneInAMillion]

I'm texlaxed, and I love it! My hair is so much thicker/fuller and stronger, and my texlaxed hair blends so much better with my new growth. I transitioned from fully-relaxed, by wearing LOTS of protective styles (spiral sets, buns, etc) and gradually trimming off relaxed ends. I don't find it difficult to detangle; I just make sure that I thoroughly remove shedded hair once per week, and I have no problem. I don't see myself ever going back to being fully-relaxed.

ITA with the above! I actually had my hair texlaxed before the boards (without even knowing) and then I had one relaxer mishap that left me with bone straight hair. My hair is really fine and so it got really thin and I looked a mess with stringy, bone straight hair. So I decided to have my hair texlaxed/texturized in 2005 and at first, it was a huge problem because the length kept getting tangled on itself during wash day. If you want to do it, it's going to be tough and I had to wash my hair in sections until I was able to grow a significant amount of texturized hair.

Today, my hair is texturized (with 8 months of new growth at the moment). Tangling is not an issue and my hair really blends well with the new growth. I'm able to stretch a lot longer, and my hair is much thicker (the proof is in my fotki). I definitely recommend texturizing if you have fine hair, it can make a big difference.

 

[LivingDoll]

ITA with the above! I actually had my hair texlaxed before the boards (without even knowing) and then I had one relaxer mishap that left me with bone straight hair. My hair is really fine and so it got really thin and I looked a mess with stringy, bone straight hair. So I decided to have my hair texlaxed/texturized in 2005 and at first, it was a huge problem because the length kept getting tangled on itself during wash day. If you want to do it, it's going to be tough and I had to wash my hair in sections until I was able to grow a significant amount of texturized hair.

Today, my hair is texturized (with 8 months of new growth at the moment). Tangling is not an issue and my hair really blends well with the new growth. I'm able to stretch a lot longer, and my hair is much thicker (the proof is in my fotki). I definitely recommend texturizing if you have fine hair, it can make a big difference.

Definitely!

 

[Mz.Shug]

I can't thank you enough for your replies. (More replies are always welcome) I canceled my appointment last Friday because I wanted more time to explore texturizers and I've finally come to my decision. I'm going in tomorrow morning for a texturizer. I love the body, thicknes, and still oh so cute curl of texturized hair. I have fine,thin hair and relaxers I've had in the past have always left me dull and scraggly looking. I also have very dry hair that easily breaks. I believe a texturizer will give my hair a chance by keeping it a bit stronger than it would be if I had a full on relaxer. Thanks again and I'll post pics tom. after my tex.

 

[tiffers]

I'm relaxed bone straight, transitioning to texlaxed. I can't wait till I have MBL texlaxed hair! I still have a long way to go (only have about 2 inches of texlaxed hair) but it's a start

 

[pookaloo83]

I'm bone straight and texlaxed in some areas, but I'm sooo scared to transition over to texlaxed. I'm afraid it's going to be hard to handle. What relaxers do you guys use?

 

[Diam0ndiva]

im texlaxed.. i love the ful thick hair on my head.. i detangle in the shower wit conditioner and a shower type of comb. when i get out i do my usual routine. i still need help with managing my ends as a texlaxed.. also hair is so pretty when its flatironed and it lasted as if ur relaxed but you still have to watch out for WATER=SHAKE MY HEAD MOMENTS your hair will snap back on you.. and omg the curl and wave pattern you still have is awsome..

 

[SmilingElephant]

I'm transitioning from relaxed to texlaxed this year.

 

[chiconya]

I am more 4b than 4a and texlaxing does nothing for me but make me wanna use heat. Plus texlaxing my hair I still had a big fro (not fun I used to be natural). I do bone straight like sylver2, and would love to maintain a no hassle regimen like hers.

 

[simcha]

I think it depends on the individual. I have fine hair and bone straight just killed it. But with tex-laxing it's doing just fine, although there is a tendency to frizz. But once I learned how to deal with it, I would never go back to bone -straight.

 

[anniev2]

To the ladies that texlax: do you do so with the same chemical or a different chemical. Also, what are the advantages or disadvantages of underprocessing and texlaxing to maintain some texture but not have to deal with natural hair?

 

[ackee walk]

To the ladies that texlax: do you do so with the same chemical or a different chemical. Also, what are the advantages or disadvantages of underprocessing and texlaxing to maintain some texture but not have to deal with natural hair?

i can answer your first question. i use the same chemical (mizani bb lye, regular strength) i'd use to relax my hair. i just have my hair dresser leave it on for less time. also, some ladies add oil to their usual relaxer to slow down the relaxer process so they can texlax

and just to update an earlier post in this thread when i was complaining of tangles. at the time, i was using a no lye relaxer and i think the no lye relaxer contributed to tangles more so than the texlaxing itself. now that i am using a lye relaxer, i can see the difference

 

[anniev2]

i can answer your first question. i use the same chemical (mizani bb lye, regular strength) i'd use to relax my hair. i just have my hair dresser leave it on for less time. also, some ladies add oil to their usual relaxer to slow down the relaxer process so they can texlax

and just to update an earlier post in this thread when i was complaining of tangles. at the time, i was using a no lye relaxer and i think the no lye relaxer contributed to tangles more so than the texlaxing itself. now that i am using a lye relaxer, i can see the difference

Thank you, that is good information. My dilemma is that I am starting with a natural head of 4b hair. So i'm wondering if I should use a different technique when going from full head of natural to texlax.

What were the differences between your hair when you used a lye and a no-lye relaxer?

Also, what size comb do you use for texlaxing. I'm thinking I should use a comb like this one. What's your opinion?

 

[anniev2]

bumping for responses please

 

[Kellum]

I just realized that I am still texlaxed. At first I hated it because my hair was severely under processed. I got a relaxer on virgin hair and my hair got maybe 50% straight. It was horrible. It tangled and broke. I have since had a touch up and corrective. I was trying to achieve bone straight hair but my hair only got about 85% straight. I love it. It is easy to deal with. Doesn't tangle and straightens easy. The stylist used Affirm Fiber Guard Sensitive Scalp relaxer. She didn't add anything to the relaxer or shorten the amount of time leaving it on my hair. I just think my hair refuses to be totally straight any more. My hair is really full, soft, and manageable. I never had a problem with bone straight hair being too thin but I think this is a better option as far as my hair health is concerned.

 

[Kellum]

Thank you, that is good information. My dilemma is that I am starting with a natural head of 4b hair. So i'm wondering if I should use a different technique when going from full head of natural to texlax.

What were the differences between your hair when you used a lye and a no-lye relaxer?

Also, what size comb do you use for texlaxing. I'm thinking I should use a comb like this one. What's your opinion?

I started out with virgin hair. I hadn't had a relaxer in almost 2 years. I bought the Silk Element lye in regular. It didn't burn or anything but it left my hair really under processed. It wasn't the look I was trying to achieve. My last touch up 2 weeks ago the stylist used Affrim Fiber Guard Sensitive Scalp (no lye). I didn't burn and my hair didn't get bone straight either. I am pleased with the results.

As far as handling; I am gentle with my hair whether it is relaxer, texlaxed, or natural. I like the Mebco Shower comb. I had mine for at least 8 years and it never lets me done. It detangles easily even when I had almost 2 years worth of un relaxed hair. I use it for everything including styling. It is just easy on the hair. IMO

You can get it at Sallys http://www.sallybeauty.com/Mebco-Tortoise-Shower-Detangler/SBS-183952,default,pd.html

 

[ackee walk]

Thank you, that is good information. My dilemma is that I am starting with a natural head of 4b hair. So i'm wondering if I should use a different technique when going from full head of natural to texlax.

What were the differences between your hair when you used a lye and a no-lye relaxer?

Also, what size comb do you use for texlaxing. I'm thinking I should use a comb like this one. What's your opinion?

i've never gone from full head natural to texlaxing. however, i think much of the technique depends on who is doing it. would you be texlaxing it yourself or going to a professional? b/c i am a scaredy cat and definitely not into experimenting when it comes to caustic chemicals, my inclination is to go to a reputable professional who can apply the relaxer quickly and make sure your hair is evenly processed throughout. if they are quick enough about it, then you can have them leave the relaxer on for less time than is required to get it straight, rather than add oil to the relaxer to slow down processing.

differences with my hair when using lye vs. no lye: my hair is easier to moisturize now that i am using a lye relaxer, i have less tangles and my individual strands are smoother. that's all i can think of off the top of my head.

also, my stylist doesn't use a comb for texlaxing. she uses a brush of sorts and her fingers. let me see if i can find a pic online so you can see what i'm talking about.....

ETA: ok, it looks something like this. let me know if you can't see the pic below:

 

[anniev2]

I just realized that I am still texlaxed. At first I hated it because my hair was severely under processed. I got a relaxer on virgin hair and my hair got maybe 50% straight. It was horrible. It tangled and broke. I have since had a touch up and corrective. I was trying to achieve bone straight hair but my hair only got about 85% straight. I love it. It is easy to deal with. Doesn't tangle and straightens easy. The stylist used Affirm Fiber Guard Sensitive Scalp relaxer. She didn't add anything to the relaxer or shorten the amount of time leaving it on my hair. I just think my hair refuses to be totally straight any more. My hair is really full, soft, and manageable. I never had a problem with bone straight hair being too thin but I think this is a better option as far as my hair health is concerned.

OOooh! What do you think prevented your hair from getting as straight as you wanted it when u went from virgin to relaxed? I'm so scared of my hair breaking off b/c it won't process correctly.

I'm allowing my friend to do it b/c i just can't find a stylist that I trust to do what i ask them to do and not what they want to do to my hair. Currently, I don't have a stylist I've been DIY at least until I can tell what works best for my hair. I feel like i have most control that way.

Congrats on the wonderful results. I'm glad you're happy!

 

[anniev2]

So one last question:

sorry i hijacked the post but its all relative to the thread subject and hopefully my inquisitiveness helps someone else

Can you roller set texlaxed hair okay?