Do I need more protein or more moisture?

[ocean74]

I am currently 16 weeks post relaxer...I've been wearing wigs w/cornrows under for 12 weeks now.(trying to transition to natural, don't think its going to happen)
I take my hair down and wash it every week 1/2. As I'm taking my braids down, my counter and shirt have DRY, DRY hair everywhere. Once I wash and deep condition(ORS replenishing pak), my hair is extra soft, yet stretchy-meaning if i pull too hard, it will snap.

Y'ALL WHAT AM I DOING WRONG? SUGGESTIONS? ADVICE? Thx in advance...

 

[taz007]

 

[ocean74]

Bump...Bump

 

[TexturedTresses]

When I had that same problem I clarified. Did a good protein (I don't use hardcore proteins) and then followed with a really moisturizing conditioner using the at home steaming thing with the towels.

 

[Prose Princess]

Sounds like you need protein! They said if your hair is overmoisturized it's stretchy when wet and crunchy when dry. I'd be scared to use extra hardcore protein if I were in your situation though. I highly recommend Joico K-Pak's Reconstructor, or if you're short on cash you can get the Sally's GVP version for like $5 I think. It's pretty good as well, that's what made me get the real thing. You may find that your hair takes more readily to moisture if you use it on a regular basis. HTH!

 

[gymfreak336]

If your hair is very soft when wet but crispy crunchy when dry, its protein you need.