Relaxed Hair Thread

sunnieb said:
You know how you buy things on a whim and totally forget about them?

I bought this Nexxus leave in spray at CVS a few weeks ago. I really don't remember when! :look:

I didn't know they had this and I'd been looking for a detangling spray to help me when I start really doing longer relaxer stretches. I used it tonight after cowashing. I'll post about it when I have some good, tangly new growth to deal with. I'm only 5 weeks post now.

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How did this work out? I'm at 12 weeks when I usually relax at 10, so I'm looking for anything to help with tangles. TIA!
 
Alright so after looking back at old posts I learned that minibraids are inevitable. Throughout my HHJ both natural and relaxed, they've been my primary style and my PS of choice. I was really hoping to be able to cut some corners but it looks like I won't.

It was also interesting to read old posts and remember what I was going through at that time. When I first started coming to LHCF in 2009, I had just started grad school. So much has happened since then but this HHJ has been a constant. :heart3:
 
MzSwift said:
Alright so after looking back at old posts I learned that minibraids are inevitable. Throughout my HHJ both natural and relaxed, they've been my primary style and my PS of choice. I was really hoping to be able to cut some corners but it looks like I won't.

It was also interesting to read old posts and remember what I was going through at that time. When I first started coming to LHCF in 2009, I had just started grad school. So much has happened since then but this HHJ has been a constant. :heart3:
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Are you looking for any sisters? I just feel like your golden. It’s so cool being able to look back. I wish I had my old account.
 
demlew said:
How did this work out? I'm at 12 weeks when I usually relax at 10, so I'm looking for anything to help with tangles. TIA!
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Works like a dream and melts my tangles away! Will keep a bottle of this on hand for stretching.

But, I find that my Pattern leave in conditioner acts like a detangler as well. I didn't notice it at first, but now that I'm working with a good layer of newgrowth, I can see the advantages of it.
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IDareT'sHair said:
What Protein DC is everyone using 1st Wash Day post relaxer?
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I do an Olaplex treatment and henna since it acts like a protein for me.

BUT just asking this question made me think of Nutress. I used to LIVE by that protein treatment before I started using henna. It looks and smells like toothpaste. It’s strong enough to identify as protein, yet somehow still moisturizing. I might grab a packet from Sally’s just for nostalgia.
 
IDareT'sHair said:
What Protein DC is everyone using 1st Wash Day post relaxer?
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I've been actually thinking about picking up some MT. I know it was used as growth aid but it was a pretty good protein tx the few times I used it like that.
But first, there was this protein tx by Vatica that I had picked up before I locced and then threw it away before I had a chance to use it bc I didn't need conditioner anymore. I'm thinking about buying it again bc ayurveda has not steered me wrong. Would be nice to have something premixed.

I just know that I'm not dabbling in Joico K Pak anymore. It was too strong for my hair.

demlew said:
I do an Olaplex treatment and henna since it acts like a protein for me.

BUT just asking this question made me think of Nutress. I used to LIVE by that protein treatment before I started using henna. It looks and smells like toothpaste. It’s strong enough to identify as protein, yet somehow still moisturizing. I might grab a packet from Sally’s just for nostalgia.
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Moisturizing protein you say? Tell me more about this Nutress.
 
MzSwift said:
I've been actually thinking about picking up some MT. I know it was used as growth aid but it was a pretty good protein tx the few times I used it like that.
But first, there was this protein tx by Vatica that I had picked up before I locced and then threw it away before I had a chance to use it bc I didn't need conditioner anymore. I'm thinking about buying it again bc ayurveda has not steered me wrong. Would be nice to have something premixed.

I just know that I'm not dabbling in Joico K Pak anymore. It was too strong for my hair.



Moisturizing protein you say? Tell me more about this Nutress.
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This is the packet. I'm excited to buy some soon. I'm going to experiment and use it under a steamer! It's minty green and smells like toothpaste. I never had to follow up with a moisturizing conditioner after using it. It's funny bc I went to their website, but it leads to their Amazon storefront now.
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Wow, I was just recently going through old hair care photos, and I have some pics of Nutress products I used to use. Some protein packs and the leave-in spray. I wondered if anyone still used it. I honestly can’t really remember my thoughts on it. I may pic up a pack from Sally’s.
 
Since my salon experience wasn’t the best, I’m thinking about doing my own touch ups. I’m kinda nervous since it’s been so long since I’ve done a relaxer myself.

What are your favorite methods (or tips and tricks) for getting the full head done in a timely manner? I’ve tried the half/half method before, but didn’t like that.
 
Theresamonet said:
Since my salon experience wasn’t the best, I’m thinking about doing my own touch ups. I’m kinda nervous since it’s been so long since I’ve done a relaxer myself.

What are your favorite methods (or tips and tricks) for getting the full head done in a timely manner? I’ve tried the half/half method before, but didn’t like that.
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Pre-parting the hair into twists, loose at the roots. I am able to apply my relaxers in 5-8 minutes, whole head.

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You can make them as small or as big as you want. I've experimented with many different sizes.
Go thru, hold out a twist with one hand and slather on the relaxer with the other.
Do all of the sections.
And then go back thru and smooth and you're done.
 
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Theresamonet said:
Since my salon experience wasn’t the best, I’m thinking about doing my own touch ups. I’m kinda nervous since it’s been so long since I’ve done a relaxer myself.

What are your favorite methods (or tips and tricks) for getting the full head done in a timely manner? I’ve tried the half/half method before, but didn’t like that.
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Definitely pre-parting! I forget the member who did this, but it was a game changer for me!

My fotki is still open. Check out my self-relax album. Can't believe I posted it 11 years ago! Time flies. I haven't stepped foot in a salon since.
 
I can't even remember the last I DC'd. smh.
I can say that using my Ayurveda mixes leaves my hair in such a condition that I'm not feeling pressed to DC as often.

I can't deny the benefits of DCing though, especially with heat. So I'll only aim to DC in between my long term styles. If I change them out every 3-4 weeks, that puts me on a monthly DC schedule and I can live with that.
 
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