I have re-entered the world of Black Salons post LHCF and...it is scary.

[insideoutpretty]

I have come to conclusion that I can't properly relax my 4A coarse hair. So for my last two relaxers I have returned to hair stylists. My observations after carefully watching and listening, is that knowledge is truly lacking on both the stylists and customers side.

Background: My hair is now very healthy but not very long-approaching SL. Two people today said I have "good hair". I chose the two salons I went to because the stylist would let me bring my own products and listened to everything I said. They did not overlap and except for that they did all the major LCHF no-no's. Rat tail comb, no deep conditioner, questionable products and more. Women who were there had zero edges, keep braids in for 4 months within washing or moisturizing. They advised me since my hair was so thick I should get braids and said they hate their hair and caring for it. Of course they were shocked when I said I enjoyed doing my hair. Most if not all said they do nothing for their relaxed hair between visits. I could go on but you get the drill--All this to say, I'm so glad I found you ladies. I must get back to reviewing threads-I feel dumbed down from a day of listening to so many misconceptions about our hair.

 

[WhipEffectz1]

I'm glad you're finding out what works for you!

 

[AtlantaJJ]

I'm glad you're finding out what works for you!

It is a challenge to find a good hair care specific black salon these days, everyone is in to hooking up the best weaved hair style.

 

[DivaRox]

I have come to conclusion that I can't properly relax my 4A coarse hair. So for my last two relaxers I have returned to hair stylists. My observations after carefully watching and listening, is that knowledge is truly lacking on both the stylists and customers side.

Background: My hair is now very healthy but not very long-approaching SL. Two people today said I have "good hair". I chose the two salons I went to because the stylist would let me bring my own products and listened to everything I said. They did not overlap and except for that they did all the major LCHF no-no's. Rat tail comb, no deep conditioner, questionable products and more. Women who were there had zero edges, keep braids in for 4 months within washing or moisturizing. They advised me since my hair was so thick I should get braids and said they hate their hair and caring for it. Of course they were shocked when I said I enjoyed doing my hair. Most if not all said they do nothing for their relaxed hair between visits. I could go on but you get the drill--All this to say, I'm so glad I found you ladies. I must get back to reviewing threads-I feel dumbed down from a day of listening to so many misconceptions about our hair.

I definitely agree with this. It's not all on the stylist if the customer doesn't hold them to a higher standard. I say not to give up on the self relaxing. You should "practice" applying a thick dc or mask to get your technique down and figure out the fastest way to apply and get it smoothed out. I love being a diy'er

 

[insideoutpretty]

I haven't given up self-relaxing and actually I am learning from her what she does well-apply relaxer-and roller set. She took pics today with my camera so I could see how the rollers were applied and what size I need . I had an 8 month self relaxing set back that I just recovered from so i need to build some confidence. I will try the deep cond practice. Thanks

 

[DivaRox]

I haven't given up self-relaxing and actually I am learning from her what she does well-apply relaxer-and roller set. She took pics today with my camera so I could see how the rollers were applied and what size I need . I had an 8 month self relaxing set back that I just recovered from so i need to build some confidence. I will try the deep cond practice. Thanks

Okay-good to hear. I understand you on the building confidence after a setback

 

[chicacanella]

I am going to try and buy Affirm or Fiberguard to relax my hair. I wanted to buy the big tub but I don't know if I am able to since I don't have a license.

 

[AvaSpeaks]

I would like to try to self-relax my hair. How do you straighten it out, with a blow dryer or do I have to get a hood dryer.