This has been asked but I have my own questions.

[anniev2]

Sorry, I know this has been asked but I really don't feel link resurrecting someone else's post.

I am considering transitioning from a 4b Natural to relaxed. Because 1) I prefer my hair straightened 2) I think I will manipulate less and therefore damange less if I relax.

So if you have any personal stories, tips, products or techniques that can be offered I am open to it.

I have some questions too:

1) Must the relaxer be pulled to the ends?
2) What size comb should I use?
3) If I want to do it myself how can I get a professional relaxer?
4) How long should I leave it on?
5) Should I prep my hair differently than suggested for a touch-up?

tia!

 

[TexturedTresses]

I don't know how to do a virgin relaxer, hopefully someone in here will have some tips. Good Luck.

 

[praisedancer]

I would suggest you go to a professional to get virgin hair relaxed. A virgin relaxer isn't done the same as a touch up and if it's done incorrectly you could definitely do some damage to your natural hair. Because touch ups are done beginning at the roots. Virgin relaxers aren't.

 

[BGT]

Yeah, definitely got to a pro and let her know if you want to be texlaxed, bone straight... On my head, Mizani never gets me completely straight so you could try that.