Relaxed Hair Thread

[PureSilver]

Ladies, I need your help. I have an interview on Monday at an establishment that requires you to look very spiffy so I'm thinking about taking out my braids. Do y'all think if I take my braids out tonight, base my scalp and all that tmrw and relax on Saturday night that it would be too much?

My stylist told me its ok to remove braids and relax the same day, I went in a week later to relax though i did not have them in for more than a week. Depending on how your hair looks, if its still fresh, maybe you could try doing a neat low bun. I have learned the hard way by doing things to my hair in a rush or because i'm anxious. What if (god forbid) you don't get the job and you end up suffering a huge setback?

 

[Babygrowth]

My stylist told me its ok to remove braids and relax the same day, I wanted a week later to relax though i did not have them in for more than a week. Depending on how your hair looks, if its still fresh, maybe you could try doing a neat low bun. I have learned the hard way by doing things to my hair in a rush or because i'm anxious. What if (god forbid) you don't get the job and you end up suffering a huge setback?

I don't want a set back but I've been itching to take these out anyway. These are too bulky to do a low neat bun. It will look like a birds nest on the back of my head! Lol! I will just have to take my time. Two days in between is better than the same day.

 

[PureSilver]

coolsista-paris - Welcome! I love your shine!

I usually clarify and do a light protein dc the first wash after a relaxer, just to continue strengthening my strands.

You reminded me that I need to bump the reveal thread.

sunnieb i relaxed last saturday and my stylist gave me a protein treatment. I'll have to ask her the name of it. My first wash is tomorrow evening and i'd love to use DE restore vitamin treatment because my hair is very fine and feels fragile. Also i normally use BSoda to clarify when i was natural and it made my hair clean, so my question is

Do you think the DE restore vitamin treatment would be too much to use after washing tomorrow given that my stylist gave me a 2min protein treatment after my relaxer?

What else could i use to clarify?

Reveal pics coming soon.

 

[sunnieb]

Ladies, I need your help. I have an interview on Monday at an establishment that requires you to look very spiffy so I'm thinking about taking out my braids. Do y'all think if I take my braids out tonight, base my scalp and all that tmrw and relax on Saturday night that it would be too much?

Babygrowth I've never had braids, but I have some relaxed braid-wearers in my family.

I don't think they would chance getting a relaxer so soon after braid removal. Does the hair need to "rest"??? I say, take your braids out, give your hair alot of TLC tomorrow (pre-poo, clarify, heavy dc, etc.) and style your hair from there for the interview.

No need to relax just for an interview.

 

[sunnieb]

i relaxed last saturday and my stylist gave me a protein treatment. I'll have to ask her the name of it. My first wash is tomorrow evening and i'd love to use DE restore vitamin treatment because my hair is very fine and feels fragile. Also i normally use BSoda to clarify when i was natural and it made my hair clean, so my question is

Do you think the DE restore vitamin treatment would be too much to use after washing tomorrow given that my stylist gave me a 2min protein treatment after my relaxer?

What else could i use to clarify?

PureSilver I am a believer in using what works for your hair.

I clarify with Suave Daily Clarifying Shampoo. I think it's important to use some sort of protein the first wash after relaxing. I do a mid-protein treatment for 5 minutes during my relaxer process, so the 2 minute protein treatment is fine.

 

[Babygrowth]

Babygrowth I've never had braids, but I have some relaxed braid-wearers in my family.

I don't think they would chance getting a relaxer so soon after braid removal. Does the hair need to "rest"??? I say, take your braids out, give your hair alot of TLC tomorrow (pre-poo, clarify, heavy dc, etc.) and style your hair from there for the interview.

No need to relax just for an interview.

Ooookkkkkk.... lol. Maybe I will try to rollerset and flat iron my roots and wait a week to relax. My hair does need some serious attention.

 

[coolsista-paris]

Ooookkkkkk.... lol. Maybe I will try to rollerset and flat iron my roots and wait a week to relax. My hair does need some serious attention.

i think its better to wait before relaxing.
flat iron for the moment.

i understand you. i had an interview 2 weeks ago and i took down my crochets. flat ironned. relaxer my virgin hair just yesterday.

 

[Saludable84]

DH has the cutest little cousin. She is half Dominican half Jamaican. Her Afro puff is just adorable. Really wish I could throw a DC and soft set gel on it though.

 

[Hyacinthe]

So Im relaxing my hair its 5:35 am already 3/4 into the process.

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[sunnieb]

So Im relaxing my hair its 5:35 am already 3/4 into the process.

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Hyacinthe cool! Be sure to post pics!

 

[syncerelyhis]

Hey y'all checking in! Went to Sally's for black Friday and cleaned up. Bought a 1 1/2 in gvp ionic flat iron and got the gvp blow dryer free. Then they gave me another flat iron by PluggedIn for free since i spent $45 - somebody is getting that bad boy for Christmas.

So last night i ironed my hair with my new gvp on 300 degrees (the lowest setting).....and my hair is Silky Silky Silky.....i am so excited! My hair is so thick and normally it takes HEAT to get straight.

 

[Saludable84]

Hey y'all checking in! Went to Sally's for black Friday and cleaned up. Bought a 1 1/2 in gvp ionic flat iron and got the gvp blow dryer free. Then they gave me another flat iron by PluggedIn for free since i spent $45 - somebody is getting that bad boy for Christmas. So last night i ironed my hair with my new gvp on 300 degrees (the lowest setting).....and my hair is Silky Silky Silky.....i am so excited! My hair is so thick and normally it takes HEAT to get straight.

300 is good. I ironed last week on 320 and it still left volume. Any pictures?

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[Mahsiah]

You girls should try a product from the Novex line. They are really good. It's a brazilian hair treatment. Like Kanechom.

 

[grow]

Relaxed ladies:

What is the best flat iron ever for you?

I'm in the market for a new flat iron and with all of the different versions (ionic, ceramic, steam, etc...) it would be better to hear your reccomendations first, so please chime in.

Thanks!

 

[Lilmama1011]

I hear most say the ionic ceramic ones, but personally I have a 100% ceramic one! I forgot the name of it but it like a from a singer's line and paid $99 for it

 

[syncerelyhis]

300 is good. I ironed last week on 320 and it still left volume. Any pictures?

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Excuse the lack of makeup

 

[tapioca_pudding]

Do any of you ladies have fine hair? Sometimes I feel like Ill never reach certain lengths (natural or relaxed) because my hair is so fine. I know theres a fine hair thread but I believe most of those ladies are natural.

 

[Babygrowth]

Hey y'all checking in! Went to Sally's for black Friday and cleaned up. Bought a 1 1/2 in gvp ionic flat iron and got the gvp blow dryer free. Then they gave me another flat iron by PluggedIn for free since i spent $45 - somebody is getting that bad boy for Christmas.

So last night i ironed my hair with my new gvp on 300 degrees (the lowest setting).....and my hair is Silky Silky Silky.....i am so excited! My hair is so thick and normally it takes HEAT to get straight.

Dag I can't believe I missed this. I need a new flat iron and blowdryer! Thats a good deal. Your hair is beautiful and so are you without makeup!

 

[SuchaLady]

Relaxed ladies: What is the best flat iron ever for you? I'm in the market for a new flat iron and with all of the different versions (ionic, ceramic, steam, etc...) it would be better to hear your reccomendations first, so please chime in. Thanks!

FHI has my hair like
A cheaper alternative is a Babyliss Pro.

 

[Saludable84]

Do any of you ladies have fine hair? Sometimes I feel like Ill never reach certain lengths (natural or relaxed) because my hair is so fine. I know theres a fine hair thread but I believe most of those ladies are natural.

You just have to be diligent with your regimen. You probably should be using protein on an as needed basis and keep it to mild proteins. Maintain good moisture as well.

My hair is the opposite; I have thick strands and have to use protein more often despite it being Low Po and I have to spend longer getting moisture in my hair, but I cannot really use it throughout the week. Looking as to how we are opposite, you should maintain good moisture and use protein less often.

 

[tapioca_pudding]

You just have to be diligent with your regimen. You probably should be using protein on an as needed basis and keep it to mild proteins. Maintain good moisture as well. My hair is the opposite; I have thick strands and have to use protein more often despite it being Low Po and I have to spend longer getting moisture in my hair, but I cannot really use it throughout the week. Looking as to how we are opposite, you should maintain good moisture and use protein less often.

Thank you SO much for that input!! I wasnt sure which side to err on, moisture or protein. My hair seems to like protein but I worry about getting too much of it, especially since I get in a couple protein shakes a day after my workouts. So I will make sure to up my moisture game.

 

[Mahsiah]

Do any of you ladies have fine hair? Sometimes I feel like Ill never reach certain lengths (natural or relaxed) because my hair is so fine. I know theres a fine hair thread but I believe most of those ladies are natural.

Yes. My hair is so fine that some strands are almost invisible on my hand

 

[tapioca_pudding]

Yes. My hair is so fine that some strands are almost invisible on my hand

Mahsiah - How do you maintain length? Has it been hard for you to reach certain lengths? I would love your point of view.

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[grow]

FHI has my hair like
A cheaper alternative is a Babyliss Pro.

Thank you so much for the tip!

I believe I know where I can find Babyliss, but FHI....what's that? Does it steam iron your hair or have you tried those?
I'm also wondering if they have it in europe....

 

[Mahsiah]

Mahsiah - How do you maintain length? Has it been hard for you to reach certain lengths? I would love your point of view.

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I really don't know. Probably just making sure my hair is moisturized and everything. I co wash alot but right now I'm protective styling. I also use growth aids. I'm pretty sure my hair would have been at my goal if I protective styled earlier.

 

[pre_medicalrulz]

Relaxed ladies:

What is the best flat iron ever for you?

I'm in the market for a new flat iron and with all of the different versions (ionic, ceramic, steam, etc...) it would be better to hear your reccomendations first, so please chime in.

Thanks!

Whatever you choose, make sure its 100% ceramic or pure ceramic.

 

[Babygrowth]

I suck at flatironing my hair. Not only do I need a new iron I need to detangle better. Some of my hair is soft and flowy the rest is crunchy. I will be pinning it up until I cowash on Wednesday.

 

[mochalocks]

just ordered a Chi flat iron, I've been wanting one for the longest time now- got it on sale at ulta.com.

I Hope it is as good as I keep reading/hearing about.

 

[Mahsiah]

Relaxed girl with full waist (hip?) length hair
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_l5kDOVrsf0

 

[Saludable84]

Relaxed girl with full waist (hip?) length hair www.youtube.com/watch?v=_l5kDOVrsf0

Girl, that's tbl. Maybe one day huh? I'm gonna try but I have no hopes of ever maintaining TBL hair.

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