Miss Jessie's Silkener: BEFORE & AFTER PICS!

SkysMommy said:
So basically it's a relaxer with a ton of oils to delay it from flat out straightening your hair upon contact? Oh wait I almost forgot it's Miss Jessies so that oil is probably mineral oil. :nono:

I'm happy you like it OP!! :yep:

Yes, it is a chemical relaxer. That's no secret and there's no denying that. I know everything that I need to know about relaxers and I made an informed decision that I am very happy with... for my very own hair. I'm happy you're happy that I like it lol. :yep:
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Samoneisthebest said:
What hair type are you naturally? What type would you say your texlaxed hair is? How is the upkeep? How often do you have to have to return to the salon?
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I'm sorry. I missed these questions. My natural hair was 4b. I'd say my texlaxed hair is 3b.

Compared to my former hair regimen, I'd say the upkeep is pretty easy. When I first got it, I did a lot of wash-n-gos because I thought it was cute lol. Now, I'm back on track and I wear a bun most of the time, leaving a bang out in front.

They tell you to return ever 3-4 months. I'm going to try to stretch longer than that. Ideally 6 months, but at least 5.
 
I really like the result you got. What did you add to the hair to get the wavy curls?

Smiley82 said:
I'm sorry. I missed these questions. My natural hair was 4b. I'd say my texlaxed hair is 3b.

Compared to my former hair regimen, I'd say the upkeep is pretty easy. When I first got it, I did a lot of wash-n-gos because I thought it was cute lol. Now, I'm back on track and I wear a bun most of the time, leaving a bang out in front.

They tell you to return ever 3-4 months. I'm going to try to stretch longer than that. Ideally 6 months, but at least 5.
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NYDee said:
I really like the result you got. What did you add to the hair to get the wavy curls?
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Thank you! I like to use Nourishing Spa Nova Care leave-in conditioner by Alter Ego. I seal with EVOO. If I don't put any product in my hair, It looks like the picture of me on the red couch. Still wavy, but poofier (...that's not a word, is it? lol). I love the poofy look... but, as we all know, too many fly-aways can lead to SSKs. So, if I choose to wear a wash & go, I usually put a leave-in on. I'm new to this, so I'm still looking for other leave-ins to try and see how they work.
 
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Wow....I think your hair is gorgeous and I love the look of the Silkener. I personally think it is worth the money if the end results gives you a peace of mind and meet your expectations. I think about things that I have cut corners on in the past and in the end regret it and just wish I had paid for quality and reassurance. We have to realized that it is not other people we are pleasing but ourselves and yes you will always receive plenty of feedback from others regardless of your disclaimer that you researched it and you were aware of the cost for this service.

Thank you for the real-life example.
 
OP your hair looks really nice. Don't let anyone make you feel badly for spending your money on your hair. I also will pay a premium for great service, ambiance and reliable results.
 
It sounds like you had a positive experience. I'm glad you're happy w/the results and found a place you can trust w/your hair. Not all texlaxed hair I've seen looks okay w/a wash n go but you look like your hair still has some texture. Does your hair feel dryer? Just curious.
 
Thanks for sharing your experience at the salon. I have always wondered what it was like there. Since I know I won't get the chance to go so it was cool to read about it.
 
Ms Lala said:
It sounds like you had a positive experience. I'm glad you're happy w/the results and found a place you can trust w/your hair. Not all texlaxed hair I've seen looks okay w/a wash n go but you look like your hair still has some texture. Does your hair feel dryer? Just curious.
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I've actually found that my hair holds moisture better. I had extreme problems with dryness when my hair was natural. My hair was dryer than normal. I had to go to great lengths to keep it moisturized. I didn't mind, because caring for ones hair is a labor of love. However, I have noticed (and appreciated) that my hair holds moisture much better after the texlax.
 
Your hair looks great & thanks for sharing. I don't know if you like using gel but Eco styler is a good one to try on top of your leave in for wash n go's.
 
Thanks OP for sharing your experience. I've (finally!) gotten my sister, who's relaxed, more interested in properly caring for and growing her hair....I now have more information to share with her.

Thanks again.
 
Ladybug33 said:
Your hair looks great & thanks for sharing. I don't know if you like using gel but Eco styler is a good one to try on top of your leave in for wash n go's.
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Thank you :) I keep hearing good things bout Eco styler. I am definitely going to pick some up.
 
Love the results of your hair. I also believe you get what you pay for. They definitely know what their doing. Your hair is a consistent texture and thats crucial with a texlax. Hope you can post more pics.

Thanks for sharing your experience too.
 
I'm sorry.....your looks nice!!!!!........but I was just warning you!!!!.....if they fall out again....you will have to go some where else. I had an appointment they never called me back three months!!!....They do not have to charge as much as they do!!!....every time I went in there they wanted me to get a trim for $250.00.....I go to hair talent in Conn. and I pay a lot less for great service!!! .....great hair care.Miko is a great person, but her sister who does not even do hair!!!!....is money hungry. And you have to understandshe lied to me and sent me across town when they were fighting, to someone, who I thought did the silver, but ended up giving just a perm. I almost lost all my hair!!!...I was warning her justin case....no one should have to go threw that!!!!.....What I went threw was a nightmare.
 
Wow-that's dramatic! So you dont miss your curls/volume at all?! Looks kinda wavy instead of curly....like a 4 something to a 2 something...
 
Smiley...I was never trying to make you feel bad about spending your money!!!.....I was just trying to let you know. I went to them for years. And I was a faithful client. I always went on time, never canceled my appointments. I even followed Miko to DC....when they were in the middle of their fighting. I just wanted you to know in case you call back for an appointment and they fall out again!!!...What York did was not good and it almost I cost me every strand of hair on my head. I did not want it to happen to you. l am so sorry for coming off wrong. They messed me up 2x's and I thought you should know.
 
Your hair looks great and I am happy that you are glad with results. I have spent $300 on getting my hair braided(including hair) before and I know people that spend way more than that on a great weave (even on a bad one).:look:
 
Great results, thanks for sharing! I'm not interested in a silkener, but if I was in the area and had the opportunity I would try to get an appointment. I am very capable of doing my own hair and normally won't spend much money myself, but I would love to see how their twist out or shingling process would work on my hair. I love looking at the pics on their website, lol.
 
Vinillablue said:
I'm sorry.....your looks nice!!!!!........but I was just warning you!!!!.....if they fall out again....you will have to go some where else. I had an appointment they never called me back three months!!!....They do not have to charge as much as they do!!!....every time I went in there they wanted me to get a trim for $250.00.....I go to hair talent in Conn. and I pay a lot less for great service!!! .....great hair care.Miko is a great person, but her sister who does not even do hair!!!!....is money hungry. And you have to understandshe lied to me and sent me across town when they were fighting, to someone, who I thought did the silver, but ended up giving just a perm. I almost lost all my hair!!!...I was warning her justin case....no one should have to go threw that!!!!.....What I went threw was a nightmare.
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Wait a minute.......


:look: Is this who I think this is????

Quick Question....
Did you get "kidnapped" in a cab?????:look::look:
 
LongLeggedLife said:
Wow-that's dramatic! So you dont miss your curls/volume at all?! Looks kinda wavy instead of curly....like a 4 something to a 2 something...
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I'm not big on hair-typing, so you tell me lol. It doesn't really matter to me. When I had a fro, I didn't have much curl definition. I had extreme shrinkages as well. I miss my fro... but not enough lol! I'm really loving the texlax. I plan to stretch six months & my hair has always been consistent with growth. It grows pretty fast. So, if i ever decide that I want to go natural again, I have no problem chopping instead of touching up after a stretch. I don't see that happening anytime soon, but I definitely feel comfortable knowing that is an option.
 
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Vinillablue said:
I'm sorry.....your looks nice!!!!!........but I was just warning you!!!!.....if they fall out again....you will have to go some where else. I had an appointment they never called me back three months!!!....They do not have to charge as much as they do!!!....every time I went in there they wanted me to get a trim for $250.00.....I go to hair talent in Conn. and I pay a lot less for great service!!! .....great hair care.Miko is a great person, but her sister who does not even do hair!!!!....is money hungry. And you have to understandshe lied to me and sent me across town when they were fighting, to someone, who I thought did the silver, but ended up giving just a perm. I almost lost all my hair!!!...I was warning her justin case....no one should have to go threw that!!!!.....What I went threw was a nightmare.
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I appreciate your feedback. Everyone has had a bad experience with everything. If I made decisions about my hair based on the bad experiences of others, I would just have to shave my head bald, because there isn't a thing out there that people haven't had a bad experiences with. Also, with a Silkener, as well as with any chemical process, the regimen you keep with your hair plays a huge role in weather or not the process will be successful. However, I thank you for commenting so that women researching the topic can see both points of view and make their own decision.
 
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