I need a perm bad!!! Any suggestions on which perm to purchase?

[Coil Tresses]

I'm skeptical from buying a relaxer at the beauty supplies. I watched a long episode on counterfeit goods, everything from pharmaceutical pills to Nike's. So, I want to know what is a good perm for 4a/4b hair. That way I can find the distributor and purchase it directly. When I was perming I was using Mizani, but there is no way I can order it from them, and their distributors aren't close to my area. I appreciate any and all replies.

 

[Star143]

I like Silk Elements Relaxer (Regular Strength). It is a Sally Beauty Supply brand, so if you get it from a Sally Beauty Supply store or the online website you will get the real deal. If you do a search you will see a lot of good reviews for this brand. HTH!

 

[FebeeSigns]

Mizani Butter Blends or Affirm.

edit" Nvm the mizani. xD

 

[Toy]

I use Dark and Lovely Regular.

 

[lovelexi]

I use design essentials. Don't know about anyone else's reviews but I like it.

 

[MVPMOM]

I like Silk Elements Relaxer (Regular Strength). It is a Sally Beauty Supply brand, so if you get it from a Sally Beauty Supply store or the online website you will get the real deal. If you do a search you will see a lot of good reviews for this brand. HTH!

I like this brand also.

 

[danysedai]

I use Affirm mild and I really like it.

 

[CA*Nappy]

I like the Proclaim relaxer which is at Sally's. But have recently bought Linanage after so many good reviews.

 

[HappilyLiberal]

OP... if you liked Mizani you can try getting it from one of the more reputable BSS. A lot of people on the board have had good experiences with BlueBeez.com and Payne's Beauty Supply.

 

[Chaosbutterfly]

I use design essentials. Don't know about anyone else's reviews but I like it.

I second this!
I'm 4a/b too, and I use the Lo-Lye formula. I notice that I never end up all the way straight, even though my stylist smooths it in the whole time. But I still love it because it doesn't make my hair weak or dry, and I've never been burned by it. I would recommend it to anyone.