WANTED: Relaxer Tips

[trendsetta25]

Facts: I'm a relaxed CBL chicka

So i'm 3 weeks away from the end of my 14 week stretch and this will be my first touch-up since joining LHCF (March 14th is the big day!!!). I'm seeking advice and tips on what to do the week before i relax, the day of, during, and after (my hair is currently in box braids). I'm self relaxing and i'm planning on using ORS. I'm scared that i will damage all of the hard work i achieved since joining in Dec. I plan on rocking a half wig after relaxing because i think its the best way to hide my hair without putting stress on the newly relaxed hair...i'm planning on hiding my hair until my big reveal (June 27th)Help pls!!!!!
P.S. i'm posting early so that i can get a lot of tips

 

[vnaps]

this is where i got my relaxer tips when i first started my healthy hair journey....she is a member of LHCF......

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/320975/guide_to_safely_applying_chemical_relaxers_pg2.html?cat=69

also read....

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=157899

and....

http://journals.fotki.com/dontspeakdefeat/newcomer/

hth...hhg

 

[trendsetta25]

this is where i got my relaxer tips when i first started my healthy hair journey....she is a member of LHCF......

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/320975/guide_to_safely_applying_chemical_relaxers_pg2.html?cat=69

also read....

http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=157899

and....

http://journals.fotki.com/dontspeakdefeat/newcomer/

hth...hhg

dang girl you work fast! This is why i love my LHCF family!!!!
i will look these threads up...anyone else wanna chim in on some advice?

 

[newflowers]

If you check the stickies, you'll find that there are threads exactly answering you questions.

For myself, the best additions to my relaxer processor are silk, wheat, and apple cider vinegar. The week before, I do a protein treatment (Graham Webb or Redken - I think any conditioner that has protein and ceramides is good for this step) and a moisture deep conditioning. On the day I relax, a couple hours before I get started, I spray saa on my hair before coating with oil and basing my hairline (I make certain the hair is dry before I relax), and I put the reconstructor in a bowl to which I add my saa, wheat, panthenol and mix it up. I also put one cup of vinegar in a 2 quart container, and then the usual relaxer supplies.

When I rinse, I apply half of the reconstructor mixture to my hair for 4ish minutes (depends on how much time I have left). Then I rinse and neutralize once. Next, I fill the container with the vinegar with warm water and pour it slowly over my hair and wait a minute for it to drip through. Then I neutralize again. And again. And again. I don't really need the last two, but I do it. I can tell you from experience improper neutralizing means your hair will be broken and gone within a week or so. Additionally, phytospecific is notorious for taking a long time to get to the white suds - this makes white suds happen instantly. After that, I use a chealting shampoo and wash one more time. Then I apply the second half of the reconstructor mix and let it set for about 10 - 15ish minutes with a bag (I get out of the shower). After this, I rinse, apply Roux Porosity Control for a minite or two and then rinse. Next I apply a moisturizing deep conditioner and use the same bag. This time, it's 15-60 minutes. And, you guessed it, back into the shower. It's a lot of in and out, but the results are so worth it. After that, I apply my leave ins, roller set, and sit under the dryer for 45 minutes. And then I have perfectly beautiful hair.

The advise to use the silk and vinegar rinse are some of the best I've ever received on this board. Doing this has made a significant difference in the strength and softness of my hair. This is just my process. You should definitely check the stickies.

 

[Platinum]

If you check the stickies, you'll find that there are threads exactly answering you questions.

For myself, the best additions to my relaxer processor are silk, wheat, and apple cider vinegar. The week before, I do a protein treatment (Graham Webb or Redken - I think any conditioner that has protein and ceramides is good for this step) and a moisture deep conditioning. On the day I relax, a couple hours before I get started, I spray saa on my hair before coating with oil and basing my hairline (I make certain the hair is dry before I relax), and I put the reconstructor in a bowl to which I add my saa, wheat, panthenol and mix it up. I also put one cup of vinegar in a 2 quart container, and then the usual relaxer supplies.

When I rinse, I apply half of the reconstructor mixture to my hair for 4ish minutes (depends on how much time I have left). Then I rinse and neutralize once. Next, I fill the container with the vinegar with warm water and pour it slowly over my hair and wait a minute for it to drip through. Then I neutralize again. And again. And again. I don't really need the last two, but I do it. I can tell you from experience improper neutralizing means your hair will be broken and gone within a week or so. Additionally, phytospecific is notorious for taking a long time to get to the white suds - this makes white suds happen instantly. After that, I use a chealting shampoo and wash one more time. Then I apply the second half of the reconstructor mix and let it set for about 10 - 15ish minutes with a bag (I get out of the shower). After this, I rinse, apply Roux Porosity Control for a minite or two and then rinse. Next I apply a moisturizing deep conditioner and use the same bag. This time, it's 15-60 minutes. And, you guessed it, back into the shower. It's a lot of in and out, but the results are so worth it. After that, I apply my leave ins, roller set, and sit under the dryer for 45 minutes. And then I have perfectly beautiful hair.

The advise to use the silk and vinegar rinse are some of the best I've ever received on this board. Doing this has made a significant difference in the strength and softness of my hair. This is just my process. You should definitely check the stickies.

I may have to try this for my next relaxer. Thanks for sharing!