I am currently 8 weeks post relaxer. I plan to stretch my relaxer until November. Stretching a relaxer means that I am going to extend the time period between getting relaxer touch ups. I have been stretching my relaxers for over 4 years.
Initially, when I started stretching my relaxers it was difficult. Now that I have taken the time to learn my hair, I am finding that it has become easier to stretch my relaxers. My last relaxer stretch was at the beginning of the year. My last relaxer was applied on July 2, 2012.
When I stretch my relaxers I treat my hair as if it is natural. I use my fingers to comb, brush and detangle my hair. Clean, well manicured nails are much more effective than any comb you will find and it prevents you from ripping and tearing through your hair.
I also only finger comb my hair while under the shower spray. Did I mention that I co-wash my hair at least three times per week to maintain my new growth. Cowashing is simply using a conditioner instead of shampoo to wash your hair.
Remember, it's not the shampoo that cleans your scalp and hair. You can clean your scalp simply by massaging it with your fingertips. After you massage your scalp, wet it under the shower spray and then apply the conditioner. Then, proceed wiht your shower. After 3-5 minutes rinse your hair and
I used to go to the salon to have a relaxer applied. Now that I take care of my own hair, I put my own relaxers in. I have found that that my home techniques have helped me grow my hair to mid back length. I plan to document my next relaxer application with pictures for the blog. I really think that it will help people.
Relaxed or naturual, we want others to love their hair as much as we love ours.
Initially, when I started stretching my relaxers it was difficult. Now that I have taken the time to learn my hair, I am finding that it has become easier to stretch my relaxers. My last relaxer stretch was at the beginning of the year. My last relaxer was applied on July 2, 2012.
When I stretch my relaxers I treat my hair as if it is natural. I use my fingers to comb, brush and detangle my hair. Clean, well manicured nails are much more effective than any comb you will find and it prevents you from ripping and tearing through your hair.
I also only finger comb my hair while under the shower spray. Did I mention that I co-wash my hair at least three times per week to maintain my new growth. Cowashing is simply using a conditioner instead of shampoo to wash your hair.
Remember, it's not the shampoo that cleans your scalp and hair. You can clean your scalp simply by massaging it with your fingertips. After you massage your scalp, wet it under the shower spray and then apply the conditioner. Then, proceed wiht your shower. After 3-5 minutes rinse your hair and
I used to go to the salon to have a relaxer applied. Now that I take care of my own hair, I put my own relaxers in. I have found that that my home techniques have helped me grow my hair to mid back length. I plan to document my next relaxer application with pictures for the blog. I really think that it will help people.
Relaxed or naturual, we want others to love their hair as much as we love ours.
