Ladies who use lye relaxers, how long before the unused portion "spoils?"

[Esq.2B]

Back in the day, my mom used to store hers in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.

I'm going to make the switch to lye relaxers soon. With the no-lye, there's usually only one application in the box, you mix it, and throw out the unused portion.

Generally, I know the lye relaxers contain more than one application.

So, how long do the unused portion last before it spoils?

Do you do anything extra to extend the freshness?

TIA.

 

[BellaLunie]

bumping for responses

 

[LongTimeComing]

I've been wondering this too. I just switched to using a Mizani relaxer and wonder how long I will be able to keep it.

 

[Day Dreamer]

I need to kow this as well. I have a tub of designer essentials and I only used it one time. Come on ladies help us out!!

 

[dontspeakdefeat]

As long as you keep the lid on tight there is not need for refrigeration.

Relaxers have a shelf life of three years!!

 

[SoniT]

I'd like to know this too. I had this unused portion of Mizani and when I opened it it had a strong ammonia smell so I threw it out.

 

[dcprdiva]

I have kept Mizani around for months - up to four months after first use. The smells get a little strong, but it doesn't last. I have kept all types of LYE perms for months. Don't worry!!

 

[shunemite]

I read on the guy's website from Avlon (Dr Ali Syed) that lye relaxer lasts for up to 2 years if stored in a cool dark place with the lid tightly on. He said he did not recommend the fridge. He also said, which scared me, that a no-lye relaxer continues reacting as soon as you mix it, so there's a big difference between 20 minutes and 30 minutes. I was like whoaaa.

This was a 5 minute interview about lye relaxers in general
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omY7ybac1vo

 

[MrsSmitty77]

I was wondering this too thanks for the information..