Relaxed Hair Thread

[divachyk]

FelaShrine, I don't consider my hair fine. However, I think the products mentioned would would work for fine hair. You might have to limit the amount of product used whereas I don't have to worry about that as much. The only one out of all of them that might not work for fine hair is the BSP. The rest, however, should work. Hair Dew is creamy and shouldn't snap your strands.

 

[AlliCat]

Any deep moisturizer suggestions? NTM Silk Touch is my all-time fav moisturizer because it's light and smells good, but now that I'm wigging it and not moisturizing every day need something more intense. Suggestions?

Thinking something along the lines of Elasta QP mango butter

 

[mschristine]

Since I've been wearing my hair straight, I've been obsessing about the hairs that come out my hair and I keep checking to make sure I see bulbs on the end...I do

 

[Lilmama1011]

Since I've been wearing my hair straight, I've been obsessing about the hairs that come out my hair and I keep checking to make sure I see bulbs on the end...I do

Every time i comb my hair i look for a bulb and if I don't see one i get a little depressed and try to figure out what I could of done differently lol

 

[mschristine]

Every time i comb my hair i look for a bulb and if I don't see one i get a little depressed and try to figure out what I could of done differently lol

Right!! I look at my products and make sure I'm keeping up with my moisture/protein balance, then I look at my oils..I know I need to clam down but this hair journey is important

 

[divachyk]

You both would have an anxiety attack if you seen how many hairs don't have a bulb. I always get some level of breakage. It varies based on my hair's hydration and how deep I'm detangling. I use to stay checking strands when I first started. I inspected every single one. Now, psssh! I don't have time for that. If I'm having a major hiccup, I'll spot check the strands to get a feel for what's going on with my hair but gone are the days where I'm doing thorough, private-I type inspections. Lilmama1011 mschristine

 

[Lilmama1011]

Right!! I look at my products and make sure I'm keeping up with my moisture/protein balance, then I look at my oils..I know I need to clam down but this hair journey is important

I alternate protein and moisture every wash, I don't use a hard protein though so i can keep it balanced and not over due the protein mschristine

 

[Jewell]

navila

It's Elasta QP Color-Indicating Neutralizing Shampoo. It's pretty moisturizing on my hair and has some good ingredients for a neutralizing shampoo. Suds are pink as long as relaxer remains in the hair/neutralizing is not complete. I use the bathtub faucet on full force and put my head under it, but still have to shampoo 3-4 times to get the suds to turn white. Relaxer residue that you can't see can still remain in your hair even if you use a forceful jet of water to rinse.

Of course, it's the actual neutralizing of the relaxer as well as it's removal that a neutralizing shampoo assists in. Water will not help neutralize the relaxer if you haven't properly neutralized with a shampoo or foam. I'm sure you know that, though! Just putting it out there though.

Your results look good. It could also be tangled shed hair that came out easily when the relaxer straightened your hair like another poster mentioned. But since you said "clumps" I was under the impression you were losing clumps or some of your hair directly from the scalp or that it was breaking off mid-shaft, and that is usually due to improper neutralizing and/or over processing.

Extra shed hair that was previously caught up in new growth comes out during rinsing...that's pretty normal. It happens to me but the amount is not excessive.

 

[mschristine]

You both would have an anxiety attack if you seen how many hairs don't have a bulb. I always get some level of breakage. It varies based on my hair's hydration and how deep I'm detangling. I use to stay checking strands when I first started. I inspected every single one. Now, psssh! I don't have time for that. If I'm having a major hiccup, I'll spot check the strands to get a feel for what's going on with my hair but gone are the days where I'm doing thorough, private-I type inspections. Lilmama1011 mschristine

I'm just a little anxious because I'm starting the hair journey over..once I get comfortable with my routine, I'll feel better and stop obsessing

 

[mschristine]

I alternate protein and moisture every wash, I don't use a hard protein though so i can keep it balanced and not over due the protein mschristine

I'm alternating as well. I'm trying to avoid doing a hard protein treatment by just doing a good quality light protein every other week

 

[Lilmama1011]

I'm alternating as well. I'm trying to avoid doing a hard protein treatment by just doing a good quality light protein every other week

I'm using mill creek biotin conditioner and alternate with my choice of conditioners

 

[Saludable84]

I'm alternating as well. I'm trying to avoid doing a hard protein treatment by just doing a good quality light protein every other week

I tried Curl Junkie Repair Me and its kind of on the medium side, but its definitely a keeper so far.

Please excuse my iPhone; it's trying to get it together

 

[mschristine]

I'm using mill creek biotin conditioner and alternate with my choice of conditioners

I use aphogee 2 minute reconstructor and I really like it

 

[navila]

Jewell
You've made some good points and I will definitely be purchasing that shampoo for my next touch-up. You ladies have been so helpful. Thank you.

@navila

It's Elasta QP Color-Indicating Neutralizing Shampoo. It's pretty moisturizing on my hair and has some good ingredients for a neutralizing shampoo. Suds are pink as long as relaxer remains in the hair/neutralizing is not complete. I use the bathtub faucet on full force and put my head under it, but still have to shampoo 3-4 times to get the suds to turn white. Relaxer residue that you can't see can still remain in your hair even if you use a forceful jet of water to rinse.

Of course, it's the actual neutralizing of the relaxer as well as it's removal that a neutralizing shampoo assists in. Water will not help neutralize the relaxer if you haven't properly neutralized with a shampoo or foam. I'm sure you know that, though! Just putting it out there though.

Your results look good. It could also be tangled shed hair that came out easily when the relaxer straightened your hair like another poster mentioned. But since you said "clumps" I was under the impression you were losing clumps or some of your hair directly from the scalp or that it was breaking off mid-shaft, and that is usually due to improper neutralizing and/or over processing.

Extra shed hair that was previously caught up in new growth comes out during rinsing...that's pretty normal. It happens to me but the amount is not excessive.

 

[Mande30]

Too funny....... This morning I told DH that I have found my self looking at and admiring women with natural hair more and more......He looked at me and said, very seriously, " You ARE natural. Your hair is yours, isn't it(?), no FAKE hair, all naturally yours". I couldn't say anything but laugh.

 

[Mande30]

Since I've been wearing my hair straight, I've been obsessing about the hairs that come out my hair and I keep checking to make sure I see bulbs on the end...I do

I find myself not only checking for the bulb, but checking for splits. Since I always wear my hair out I have to be extra so that I can take action (S&D or light dust) if needed.

 

[Saludable84]

Too funny....... This morning I told DH that I have found my self looking at and admiring women with natural hair more and more......He looked at me and said, very seriously, " You ARE natural. Your hair is yours, isn't it(?), no FAKE hair, all naturally yours". I couldn't say anything but laugh.

My husband told me that too. Funny how the subject is so simple to men....

Please excuse my iPhone; it's trying to get it together

 

[mschristine]

Can't wait to wash my hair tomorrow..my scalp is so dirty

 

[tfrazie]

Can't wait to wash my hair tomorrow..my scalp is so dirty

I love washing my hair! The whole routine! It's relaxing to me...especially sitting under the dryer!

 

[mschristine]

I love washing my hair! The whole routine! It's relaxing to me...especially sitting under the dryer!

I've been looking forward to it all week!!

 

[Lilmama1011]

I've been looking forward to it all week!!

I always do as well until my dumb a$$ try a new method and end up with more hair in my comb than expected smh when will I learn, always trying to cut corners when I should stick to whatever works best for me

 

[mschristine]

I always do as well until my dumb a$$ try a new method and end up with more hair in my comb than expected smh when will I learn, always trying to cut corners when I should stick to whatever works best for me

I've done that as well. I have found that keeping it simple is best. No new tricks no matter how good they sound

 

[tfrazie]

I've done that as well. I have found that keeping it simple is best. No new tricks no matter how good they sound

Exactly! I like to keep it simple! Now all I have to do is learn how to braid better (French style) and ill be good to go. Just wash and braid wash and braid! Let down on Sundays and braid it right back up!

 

[mschristine]

Exactly! I like to keep it simple! Now all I have to do is learn how to braid better (French style) and ill be good to go. Just wash and braid wash and braid! Let down on Sundays and braid it right back up!

I wish I could French braid:-(

 

[tfrazie]

I wish I could French braid:-(

Check out YouTube!

 

[pre_medicalrulz]

Any relaxed heads use a deep conditioner w/ a pepperment & tingling feeling? I would like to give some TLC to my strands but I don't know the name of the conditioner.

 

[EnExitStageLeft]

pre_medicalrulz

Keracare for dry and itchy scalp has the tingling feeling you're referring too. I also love the Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat conditioner. It also gives a nice cooling sensation on the scalp.

HTH's

 

[mshoneyfly]

Doing a protein treatment to prep for texturizing on Saturday. Its past midnight so I am 14 weeks post today. Cant wait to relax but Im a little nervous. I hope can see some retention *fingers and toes crossed*

 

[pre_medicalrulz]

pre_medicalrulz

Keracare for dry and itchy scalp has the tingling feeling you're referring too. I also love the Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat conditioner. It also gives a nice cooling sensation on the scalp.

HTH's

Yessss! That's the name! Keracare! Thanks love!

 

[Lilmama1011]

pre_medicalrulz

Keracare for dry and itchy scalp has the tingling feeling you're referring too. I also love the Giovanni Tea Tree Triple Treat conditioner. It also gives a nice cooling sensation on the scalp.

HTH's

Ooooo, I love products that give you that cooling sensation, I was thinking of purchasing some peppermint oil just for that reason