Before i became a full time Hair Stylist, i have always had a problem with relaxers and having to decide which was best for me. At a point, i actually decided to start relaxing my hair by myself, but before i did this i had to know what relaxer was best and how the chemicals works, because most people just use all sort and do a DIY(do it yourself) without understanding the basics.
Today, i will like to talk what Relaxer is and how to get the best one for your scalp and know which one works for you best. i have been doing my research for some time and i have finally gotten something to share.
So lets crack on.
Today, i will like to talk what Relaxer is and how to get the best one for your scalp and know which one works for you best. i have been doing my research for some time and i have finally gotten something to share.
So lets crack on.
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| Motions Lye-Relaxer |
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| Mizani Lye-Relaxer |
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| Optimum No-Lye Relaxer. |
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| Creme of Nature No-Lye Relaxer |
Relaxers contains chemicals that turns natural hair to straight processed hair. There are two types of Relaxers. (lye and No-lye Relaxer)
When it comes to relaxing of hair, it can be quite confusing as to whether to use a Lye or No-Lye Relaxer.
To get to the root of this, we have to know what these types of Relaxers are, because it would explain how to choose the best one.
Lye Relaxers
The main active chemical in Lye based Relaxer is Sodium Hydroxide. The PH level in a Lye Relaxer is more than that in a No Lye-Relaxer. Its about 12-14 percent.
A Lye Relaxer makes the hair straight quickly, this is quite a good thing because you react to the chemical and tend to rinse it out quickly.
This kind of Relaxer can be used by people who have thick hair as it quickens the Relaxing process. You also do not have to mix this Relaxer with the liquid activator.
No-Lye Relaxer
The main active chemical in No-Lye Relaxer is Calcium Hydroxide. The PH level of a No-Lye Relaxer is lower than the Lye Relaxer but it is often associated with dryer hair because of calcium buildup.
One of the Reason some people prefer a No-Lye Relaxer is if ones scalp is sensitive as the chemicals in this type of Relaxer is milder on the Scalp.
It cannot be used on children's hair tho. People however used leave it for too long because its not too harsh which makes the hair too dry because of over processing.
To remove the calcium buildup, use a very good shampoo to remove dull deposits and follow with a deep conditioning treatment as a regular part of your hair straightening process.
It's best to contact a professional to decide what kind of relaxer you need to use. It's not advisable to apply Lye Relaxer over hair that has been processed with a No-Lye Relaxer, but if you feel like changing it would work, you can do so. I changed to a Lye because No-Lye never relaxes my hair and am glad i did.
It's really good to stick to relaxer that works for you unless it stops working. It's also not recommended that you change your relaxer all the time.
3 comments:
Very helpful,I have changed relaxers so much because none seems to be working. After few days my hair still feels like I have not relaxed it.
i get what you mean i had the same problem too. both dry n sensitive scalp. i decided to use the lye instead because it straightens but i leave it for lesser time. it works fine for me. i use the silky straight american Shea butter lye relaxer you can try that.
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