Chemical hair relaxers can be a valuable tool for getting the straight, sleek look that you want, even if your hair is coarse and kinky. Unfortunately, the chemicals in the relaxer can be drying and damaging to your hair. Ensuring that you care for relaxed hair properly can help your permanent last longer, while keeping your hair as healthy as possible at the same time. Making sure to properly hydrate and moisturize your locks can help keep your relaxed hair looking shiny and healthy.
Step 1
Choose a sulfate-free shampoo to use once or twice per week when cleansing your hair. Chemically relaxed hair is dried, and according to HairLossBuddy.com, shampoos that contain sulfates; the chemicals which cause the suds, dry hair out more. You can buy sulfate-free shampoo at stores that sell organic and natural products.
Step 2
Deep condition your hair twice a month with a hot oil treatment. The relaxer, added to the daily wear and tear on your hair will be cause for deep conditioning every other week. Choose a deep conditioner designed for relaxed hair, and follow the conditioner instructions for best results.
Step 3
Rinse your hair after sweating or vigorous activity. The sweat and extra moisture from humidity on your hair can cause it to frizz, and lose the sleek appearance. Rinsing your hair after exercise can keep it looking shiny , says Black Hair Planet.
Step 4
Limit your use of heated styling tools to only three times per week. While you may want to use straighteners or curling irons on your relaxed hair, the excess heat will damage your already fragile hair. Choose non-heat methods of styling your hair instead, like braiding it when it's wet and allowing it to air dry.
Step 5
Avoid relaxing your hair more than once every six weeks. Although it might be tempting to relax your hair more often, for a sleeker look, your hair needs time to repair after having the treatment done.
Things You'll Need
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Hot oil treatment
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