What should you not do before a relaxer?

Here are some guidelines on what to avoid doing before and while relaxing your hair.

• Shampooing Before.
• Forgetting to Detangle.
• Working in Big Sections.
• Overlapping Chemicals.
• Combing the Relaxer Through.
• Leaving Chemicals on Too Long.
• Not Using Neutralizer.
• Skipping Conditioner.

What can you put on your scalp before a relaxer?

Pure olive oil, coconut oil and castor oil are all great options for protecting your scalp before using the relaxing formula.

How do I prepare my hair for a relaxer touch up?

The night before my touch up I base my scalp with a petroleum-based product which helps to protect it in case any relaxer gets on it. On the day of my relaxer touch-up, I apply petroleum jelly or a non-penetrating natural oil to my relaxed strands to protect them from relaxer run-off.

Should I grease my scalp before a relaxer?

You can add some jojoba oil or castor oil to your scalp if you are relaxing your hair three or two days after a wash to protect your scalp. This you can do at home before you head to the salon.

Should I base my scalp before a relaxer?

When applying a relaxer for the first time, whether it’s lye or no-lye, a base should always be used because you don’t know whether it will irritate the person’s skin or not.

Do I need to wash my hair before relaxing it?

Cleansing or even wetting your hair and scalp before you relax might lead to burning once you apply the chemicals, because your scalp hasn’t had enough time to “rest” since your last shampoo. No matter what your regular cleansing routine is, do not shampoo your hair for at least one week before applying relaxer.

Do I need to wash my hair before relaxing?

Can I oil my hair before relaxing?

Can I put oil in my hair before relaxer?

How to prepare hair before a relaxer?

– Give your hair ONE LAST was before the relaxing process. It is advisable that you try and space your wash before your relaxer and avoid washing your hair too close – Do a protein treatment. – Moisturize and seal. – Stop scratching!!! – Don’t comb your hair if at all possible or limit it as much as you can.

How to condition hair after using a relaxer?

– Coconut milk – 1 can – Honey – 2 tablespoons – Coconut oil – 2 tablespoons – Yogurt (plain) – 4 tablespoons – Lime – 1 (you will need juice) – Cornstarch

How can I straighten my hair without a relaxer?

– The key to flat ironing is consistent heat, so repetition is very effective in straightening hair. – Buy a quality flat iron with ion-neutralizing effect, as found in ceramic irons. – Always wrap hair at night to maintain straightened hair for longer.

How to get straight hair without a relaxer?

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