I agree. In the mid 90's, I took this relaxer with me to a 'kitchen beautician' for a touch-up. She refused to use it. She said even the mild is too strong. She said the only thing Bantu is good for is texturizing very short, extremely kinky hair. I think she sent me back to the beauty supply for Hawaiian Silky or Gentille... Do they still make those or am I revealing my elderly status? /images/graemlins/wink.gif