So this Salt... in the hair thing

[fluffylocks]

bought my sea salt at the vitamin shop. But for those who are relaxed and tried this...do u honestly think this is worth trying? what did u see a difference in? Since we dont have curls..i was hoping we would get a more defined airdry or braid out or something..

Im relaxed. My hair is normally very dry and coarse and it dreds/tangles daily.
This is my 3rd day, my hair has been smooth and silky, been able to finger comb it, no dreds, very shiny, and i havent moisturized one time, just oiled it after i washed it.

After i washed it, i put it in like two ponytails, then wrapped the hair around my hair (kind of like a wrap/crossrap)...and the next morning my hair looked like a fresh relaxer.

4a/b, about 10 weeks post.

 

[NYAmicas]

Im relaxed. My hair is normally very dry and coarse and it dreds/tangles daily.
This is my 3rd day, my hair has been smooth and silky, been able to finger comb it, no dreds, very shiny, and i havent moisturized one time, just oiled it after i washed it.

After i washed it, i put it in like two ponytails, then wrapped the hair around my hair (kind of like a wrap/crossrap)...and the next morning my hair looked like a fresh relaxer.

4a/b, about 10 weeks post.

I'm so jealous. I did the salt thing last night and while my hair feels softer/less tangly the roots are dry and my hair looks crazy. Not sure if I'll twist out or straighten.

 

[fluffylocks]

Just wanted to share. A copy and paste of another post I sent to a similar thread today...take care

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Hey ladies, just to tell you to be careful with the salt because it has a drying effect overtime. Salt is used to dry fish and seafood for long term conservation because it has the ability to kill the bacterias first, and also to absorb all the water in the fish. The end result is a coated film on the fish (like small crystals), and I am under the impression that is what (the coated film) that makes the hair more manageable. At the end of the process, the fish is very dry and needs to be boiled a couple of hours in order to soften it ...and make it eatable (is that word english???)


It's probably a matter of dosage, small dosages are probably OK for our hair, dunno. I've seen sea salt spritz on sale over the internet and one of the properties they claim is that it helps to loosen the curls in order to get the californian beach look, whatever they call it. HTH. Take care...

Great info....

I dont know anything about cooking or gardening so i havent been able to comment on any of the things brought up

But im thinking the hair wont absorb the salt so the salt wont be able to get into the hair and dry it out? Maybe the fish does?
Im thinking that the salt does something to the conditoner and not the hair?

What do you think about that?

 

[MAMATO]

In theory, the salt will absorb the water from within the hair and form a coated film on it like a skating rink. That thin film will minimize the friction at its lowest level which is why combing is easier. At the same time, it will block external moisture to get in the hair shaft. Again, I am not a specialist and honestly if that works for you guys, it's all good. Take care

 

[fluffylocks]

I'm so jealous. I did the salt thing last night and while my hair feels softer/less tangly the roots are dry and my hair looks crazy. Not sure if I'll twist out or straighten.

How does it look crazy? How did you airdry it? Thats werid...anyway though, you cant be too jealous, that really sounded like a long time post relaxer, looked at my calender, only 8 right now, will be 9 on tuesday No 10 (THOUGHT i was atleast LOL)...how many weeks post are you?

In theory, the salt will absorb the water from within the hair and form a coated film on it like a skating rink. That thin film will minimize the friction at its lowest level which is why combing is easier. At the same time, it will block external moisture to get in the hair shaft. Again, I am not a specialist and honestly if that works for you guys, it's all good. Take care

Ok, i really appreciate this response. Makes ALOT of sence.

 

[Rain20]

I have been doing some reading about salt sprays for the hair. It causes definition and hair clumps together more for more defined hair and provides some hold. But it is drying to the hair. The conditioner is helping to add moisture. For the salt sprays they recommend addition EOs or conditioner to prevent drying. The salt itself is not moisturizing. The salt will also dry oils so if you are using a lot oils it may be helping in this way as well.

 

[Aggie]

Again, subscribing to read later.

 

[fluffylocks]

In theory, the salt will absorb the water from within the hair and form a coated film on it like a skating rink. That thin film will minimize the friction at its lowest level which is why combing is easier. At the same time, it will block external moisture to get in the hair shaft. Again, I am not a specialist and honestly if that works for you guys, it's all good. Take care

You are right.



The Powers Of Salt Discovered
99.9% Less Chemical Destruction

"Salt water can penetrate the hair shafts tiny pores. Due to its water size molecules Salt minerals seals in moisture by bonding and crystallizing a thin layer of tightly woven mineral crust that protects meat from spoiling and the hair from the elements. Once the outer surface is secured, moisture is sealed out externally. The hair is no exception. The Alkaline Mineral Hair Softening system is naturally treats the hair the same way.

NOTE: Once meat is sealed in salt weeks later the salt is removed and the meat is dried in a hot house or thermo dried in a chem dried
process removing the surface moisture only and curing it.

The Sea Salt mineral relaxing system is made with salt minerals. That straightens and softens the hair, both the outer cuticle layer of the hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.

The Salt Mineral Relaxing System are made with salt minerals that straighten the hair both the outer cuticle layer of hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.
The Salt Mineral control and reshape and reform the protein links which are made up of water protein links which are made up of water protein substance called poly protein links."

http://www.californiacurl.com/sitroot/pages/research.htm

 

[Irresistible]

I have been doing some reading about salt sprays for the hair. It causes definition and hair clumps together more for more defined hair and provides some hold. But it is drying to the hair. The conditioner is helping to add moisture. For the salt sprays they recommend addition EOs or conditioner to prevent drying. The salt itself is not moisturizing. The salt will also dry oils so if you are using a lot oils it may be helping in this way as well.

ahhhhh oils oils oils! my problem shall be solved

 

[Irresistible]

You are right.



The Powers Of Salt Discovered
99.9% Less Chemical Destruction

"Salt water can penetrate the hair shafts tiny pores. Due to its water size molecules Salt minerals seals in moisture by bonding and crystallizing a thin layer of tightly woven mineral crust that protects meat from spoiling and the hair from the elements. Once the outer surface is secured, moisture is sealed out externally. The hair is no exception. The Alkaline Mineral Hair Softening system is naturally treats the hair the same way.

NOTE: Once meat is sealed in salt weeks later the salt is removed and the meat is dried in a hot house or thermo dried in a chem dried
process removing the surface moisture only and curing it.

The Sea Salt mineral relaxing system is made with salt minerals. That straightens and softens the hair, both the outer cuticle layer of the hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.

The Salt Mineral Relaxing System are made with salt minerals that straighten the hair both the outer cuticle layer of hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.
The Salt Mineral control and reshape and reform the protein links which are made up of water protein links which are made up of water protein substance called poly protein links."

http://www.californiacurl.com/sitroot/pages/research.htm

so what that mean?

 

[Irresistible]

You are right.



The Powers Of Salt Discovered
99.9% Less Chemical Destruction

"Salt water can penetrate the hair shafts tiny pores. Due to its water size molecules Salt minerals seals in moisture by bonding and crystallizing a thin layer of tightly woven mineral crust that protects meat from spoiling and the hair from the elements. Once the outer surface is secured, moisture is sealed out externally. The hair is no exception. The Alkaline Mineral Hair Softening system is naturally treats the hair the same way.

NOTE: Once meat is sealed in salt weeks later the salt is removed and the meat is dried in a hot house or thermo dried in a chem dried
process removing the surface moisture only and curing it.

The Sea Salt mineral relaxing system is made with salt minerals. That straightens and softens the hair, both the outer cuticle layer of the hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.

The Salt Mineral Relaxing System are made with salt minerals that straighten the hair both the outer cuticle layer of hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.
The Salt Mineral control and reshape and reform the protein links which are made up of water protein links which are made up of water protein substance called poly protein links."

http://www.californiacurl.com/sitroot/pages/research.htm

does this mean my hair is jacked now?

 

[fluffylocks]

Also this is something i read about the bodiphier realxer

"Purified Alkaline Water - Softens and penetrates hair shaft.

•100% Natural Soda Ash & Minerals - Raises the pH of water and softens the internal bonds of hair."

Now on the other site they were talking about natural ways to relax hair, one way was soda ash, the other was salt

Im so lost with all of this....All i know is PH's....we have baking soda people were using to loosen curl patter that has a PH of 9 (?), now we have salt, soda ash, and alkali water, bases and acids

Is adding salt to water making it alkaline water>

Is salt a possible mineral that raises the PH of water and softens the internal bonds of hair?

 

[fluffylocks]

so what that mean?

I havent the slightest Waiting for somebody smart LOL

 

[Irresistible]

I havent the slightest Waiting for somebody smart LOL

 

[JustKiya]

You are right.



The Powers Of Salt Discovered
99.9% Less Chemical Destruction

"Salt water can penetrate the hair shafts tiny pores. Due to its water size molecules Salt minerals seals in moisture by bonding and crystallizing a thin layer of tightly woven mineral crust that protects meat from spoiling and the hair from the elements. Once the outer surface is secured, moisture is sealed out externally. The hair is no exception. The Alkaline Mineral Hair Softening system is naturally treats the hair the same way.

NOTE: Once meat is sealed in salt weeks later the salt is removed and the meat is dried in a hot house or thermo dried in a chem dried
process removing the surface moisture only and curing it.

The Sea Salt mineral relaxing system is made with salt minerals. That straightens and softens the hair, both the outer cuticle layer of the hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.

The Salt Mineral Relaxing System are made with salt minerals that straighten the hair both the outer cuticle layer of hair and the most inner bond structure of the hair.
The Salt Mineral control and reshape and reform the protein links which are made up of water protein links which are made up of water protein substance called poly protein links."

http://www.californiacurl.com/sitroot/pages/research.htm

Huh. So it sounds like salt could be a natural replacement for Sabinos??? And that it can be used to straighten the hair, as well? *sucksteeth* Danggone it, I don't wanna hear that!!!!!!

 

[Irresistible]

Huh. So it sounds like salt could be a natural replacement for Sabinos??? And that it can be used to straighten the hair, as well? *sucksteeth* Danggone it, I don't wanna hear that!!!!!!

aint this gettin crazy girl?

 

[VirtuousGal]

Well, might the worry over salt be avoided if one sticks to over citric acid concepts such as vinegar, citrus juices, etc plus baking soda? I haven't seem much written about that in the recent fizzy conditioner posts.

 

[Irresistible]

Well, might the worry over salt be avoided if one sticks to over citric acid concepts such as vinegar, citrus juices, etc plus baking soda? I haven't seem much written about that in the recent fizzy conditioner posts.

its all drying!! blasphemy!

 

[fluffylocks]

Huh. So it sounds like salt could be a natural replacement for Sabinos??? And that it can be used to straighten the hair, as well? *sucksteeth* Danggone it, I don't wanna hear that!!!!!!

But im thinking its nothing to worry about

This part
"The Salt Mineral control and reshape and reform the protein links which are made up of water protein links which are made up of water protein substance called poly protein links."

I think their talking about the weak bonds that break and reform when your hair gets wet? Same thing that natural relaxer curlaway temporaliy does?

 

[MAMATO]

Iris, I don't think you need to worry, your hair will be just fine, give it a couple of days. Here is what I've found for you. ... Good luck


http://www.care2.com/greenliving/lustrous-hair-conditioner-formula.html

Here is a formula to renew vitality, sheen, bounce, and manageability to hair. If your hair sustained damage from chlorinated water, sea salt, and sun over the summer (or if you’d just like to have softer, livelier, silkier hair), this formula can help.

Here’s how to make it:
INGREDIENTS
2 ounces aloe vera gel
1/2 teaspoon oil (avocado, jojoba, or even olive oil will work)
2 ounces organic apple cider vinegar
1 ounce powdered milk
1. Combine ingredients in a bowl and apply to clean, wet hair. Allow formula to remain on hair for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse well with warm water. Makes enough for 1 treatment.

 

[MAMATO]

Iris, I don't think you need to worry, your hair will be just fine, give it a couple of days. Here is what I've found for you. ... Good luck


http://www.care2.com/greenliving/lustrous-hair-conditioner-formula.html

Here is a formula to renew vitality, sheen, bounce, and manageability to hair. If your hair sustained damage from chlorinated water, sea salt, and sun over the summer (or if you’d just like to have softer, livelier, silkier hair), this formula can help.

Here’s how to make it:
INGREDIENTS
2 ounces aloe vera gel
1/2 teaspoon oil (avocado, jojoba, or even olive oil will work)
2 ounces organic apple cider vinegar
1 ounce powdered milk
1. Combine ingredients in a bowl and apply to clean, wet hair. Allow formula to remain on hair for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse well with warm water. Makes enough for 1 treatment.

BTW, I never tried the recipe, I just happened to find it over the internet. Hope it works for you...Take care

 

[Irresistible]

BTW, I never tried the recipe, I just happened to find it over the internet. Hope it works for you...Take care

wow thank you thank you thank you! if this oil treatment I'm doing now doesnt work, this will the next thing I try oh and smashed avocado!

 

[MAMATO]

wow thank you thank you thank you! if this oil treatment I'm doing now doesnt work, this will the next thing I try oh and smashed avocado!

You are welcome... no kidding mashed avocado and wheat germ oil mixed togother are my secret pre-poo ingredients for extreme moisture recovery. I don't know if you are talking about the same recipe... The mix really stinks but the results are spectacular... wheat germ oil contains ceramide well known to balance protein and moisture. Avocado, raw or in oil form is all moisture, moisture, moisture... You may need to try that recipe if you have a chance, you won't beleive the result ... but the smell, Don't worry, it's all gone after shampoo and condish...

 

[Anancy]

Very interesting, i have sea salt in the cupboard.

 

[JustKiya]

Well, might the worry over salt be avoided if one sticks to over citric acid concepts such as vinegar, citrus juices, etc plus baking soda? I haven't seem much written about that in the recent fizzy conditioner posts.

I don't know, honestly, because the combination still results in a type of salt. Maybe not Sodium Chloride, but it's going to be sodium something, ya know?

 

[aja1121]

I always thought salt was drying to the hair I don't think I will be trying this one but for the ladies' it works for, go 'head! Do your thing!

I agree and I think that is kind of the point of it. It is an alternative to clarifying. Vinegar and Baking Soda can be drying as well, but deep cleanising is essential at least once a month depending on how much build up you have. I think the ladies have had much success with this method for the same reason we see ladies having much success with ACV rinses, chelating poos, and clarifying poos........Because the hair needs this every so often.

 

[Irresistible]

You are welcome... no kidding mashed avocado and wheat germ oil mixed togother are my secret pre-poo ingredients for extreme moisture recovery. I don't know if you are talking about the same recipe... The mix really stinks but the results are spectacular... wheat germ oil contains ceramide well known to balance protein and moisture. Avocado, raw or in oil form is all moisture, moisture, moisture... You may need to try that recipe if you have a chance, you won't beleive the result ... but the smell, Don't worry, it's all gone after shampoo and condish...

ok I have Avacodo Oil in my hair right now, I wish I had the wheat germ oil, it was on my to get list actually *sigh* I'm going to the store to get the avocados in the next hour or so.

Gonna use what I have on hand, macadamia nut oil next with the Avocado and some Coconut Milk

 

[Irresistible]

I agree and I think that is kind of the point of it. It is an alternative to clarifying. Vinegar and Baking Soda can be drying as well, but deep cleanising is essential at least once a month depending on how much build up you have. I think the ladies have had much success with this method for the same reason we see ladies having much success with ACV rinses, chelating poos, and clarifying poos........Because the hair needs this every so often.

I agree I do need the clarifying , is that what salt really did? It feels like it by my own guestimation! (my word) I just hate the 'everything taken out' feeling, to me its the worst! So I'm just trying to get it back

 

[VirtuousGal]

I don't know, honestly, because the combination still results in a type of salt. Maybe not Sodium Chloride, but it's going to be sodium something, ya know?

Oh I see...Thanks JustKiya!

 

[aja1121]

I agree I do need the clarifying , is that what salt really did? It feels like it by my own guestimation! (my word) I just hate the 'everything taken out' feeling, to me its the worst! So I'm just trying to get it back

Yeah, I wonder if you used too much. I wish you a speedy recovery!!!