25 Tips For Relaxed Hair... From a Pro Hairstylist
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
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Hey GlamFam!
In todays video, I’m discussing tips on how to care for relaxed hair, secrets you should know about relaxers and healthily wearing a relaxer, and the truth about some of the other haircare tips on my page. I hope these 25 useful tips prove helpful to you! Until next time, Thanks for watching!
Linwood
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I always sleep on satin or silk on my hair. But what do you think about bamboo pillow cases??
Hi there can you please talk about the pros and cons of keratin treatments? Do you like keratin treatments? Thank you so much
Can you please tell me where your salon is?
Can we talk about anti reversion kits? Like Beautiful Textures?
Relaxed Hair Tips (summary)
1. Deep condition regularly (focus on moisture cuz relaxed hair is thirsty hair.)
2. Turn down the heat! If you cannot dial it down, get a flat iron/curl iron you can regulate.
3. Watch frequency of relaxers. STRETCH!
4. Never overlap relaxers (and watch type of relaxers to avoid build up - avoid Calcium Hydroxide.)
5. Bone straight hair is not the goal of a relaxer.
6. Scalp health matters! Always base scalp.
7. Relaxer is for the hair, not the scalp.
8. Relaxer should not be applied to the edges first.
9. Do not shampoo hair 3 days before a relaxer.
10. The scalp is not an indicator of when the relaxer is gone professing. Processing time starts as soon as the relaxer touches the hair.
11. Avoid caffeine going into your relaxer appointment! Makes scalp more sensitive.
12. Do not wear a hat to appointment.
13. Do not workout before a relaxer
14. Opt for low heat styling.
15. Maintain style by wrapping at night. Do not apply heat daily.
16. Always sleep on satin or silk (these are moisture resistant fabrics.)
17. PROFESSIONALLY: ask stylist about using OLAPLEX 1 in relaxer and OLAPLEX 2 post relaxer.
18. Stay on top of trims.
19. Relaxer and bleaching do not go together.
20. Be gentle (wet hair tells all the truth dry hair lies about.)
21. Detangle hair starting at from the ends.
22. Relaxed hair is high porosity.
23. Use heat protection (isopropyl alcohol and SD alcohol free.)
24. Do not be afraid of silicones after moisturizing hair.
25. Hair should not be relaxed prior to puberty.
Additional tips not listed: medical and psychiatric conditions (thyroid disease, lupus, alopecia , depression, anorexia etc) impact hair.
My tip: Puberty is not a license to process!
1. Deep condition
2. Watch your temperature- 350° max
3. Watch your frequency
4. Never overlap relaxer
5. Never get your hair bone straight
6. Scalp health matters (base your scalp)
7. Avoid getting relaxer on your scalp
8. Do not apply relaxer to your edges first
9. Do not wash your hair 3 days prior to getting a relaxer
10. The scalp is not an indicator of when the relaxer is processed
11. Avoid caffeine prior to getting a relaxer
12. Do not wear a hat prior to your appointment
13. Do not workout before getting a relaxer
14. Opt for low heat styles such as twist outs, roller sets etc
15. Wrap your hair at night
16. Sleep on silk
17. Mix Olaplex #1 in the relaxer
18. Stay on top your trims
19. Relaxer & bleach are not a good combination
20. Be gentle with your hair especially when it’s wet
21. Start at the ends of your hair & work your way up
22. Relaxed hair is high porosity hair
23. Use heat protection & products that are alcohol free
24. Don’t be scared of silicones
25. Do not relax your child’s hair prior to puberty.
Thank you!
I need Linwood to come do my hair. Lol!
Great video!
You’re the real mvp🎉 1:53
Honey there is a special place for people such as yourself. Thank you. ❤️
He was my teacher in cosmetology school, just wanted to drop in and thank him for being an awesome teacher! Happy to see your page doing well and thriving!
Thanks fam! ❤️❤️ I hope you are well!
Great video!!!
These tips are 1000% spot on. Relaxed girl here, still loving the creamy crack for well over 30 years and my hair is super healthy. I am at 12 to 14 weeks for a relaxer. First, having a fabulous hairdresser is key. When Covid hit I was forced to deal with hair that had not been relaxed in well over a year. During that time I relied on the relief and hydration of natural hair products gave me. As Lindwood says, (I love that he and my cousin share the same name!❤) hydration is the key. Most people believe If you get a relaxer you are done with your hair. As your hair is your crowning joy why on earth would you not tend to it and treat it like gold? I only use heat on my hair after wash and blow-dry. I always wrap my hair in silk and/or satin. I pin curl my hair or use Spoolies. I don't weigh my scalp down with heavy oils as your head needs to breathe. I only use product when necessary. Do all the tips in this video and you will have lovely locks always.
Enjoyed your information on relaxed hair,thank you.
@@halleenjohnson7311 You are very welcome! I've spent a lifetime researching products for myself. Believe me I was not always careful in my youth. When you have your hair fallout you will learn the hard way that your hair no matter who you are or how you process or don't process your hair, you have to take care of it. Blessings to you.
I agree and love your comment. I’ve been relaxed over 30 years. My hair is healthy as I go to a professional hairdresser who use top tier products. I also take care of me hair.
@@erikacruz4609 That is so awesome. I am glad I am not the only one! Especially as I get older it's even more important to maintain health overall.
Omg, I needed you 25 years ago. I have gone through the cycle of being natural and relaxed for decades. This final time, I relaxed my hair 6 weeks ago, and let me tell you, we are going to do it right this TIME!
Why is this man so amazing!?! Dropping a ton of knowledge that a lot of us relaxed girls need while NOT being judgmental bc of our decision to relax! He’s funny and his voice is so relaxing and reassuring! I always feel better at the end of watching his videos and short clips! Thank you so much for being you and being a beacon of light and positivity in our community!💕💕🌸
That part about being NOT judgmental is true, it's appreciated. The fact that some "professional" hairstylist come very rude to relaxed hair is quite shocking. We all choose how we'd like our hair, whether that's relaxed, natural, blue, blonde, baby hairs or none just be professional. So I'm thankful for his positive and professionalism.
Not being judged is the number one thing
Thank you!
The judgement is real sometimes so I’m glad I’m not the only one that feels that way at times
(Especially from fellow people of color….unfortunately)
I like to relax my hair but THATS WHAT I WANT TO DO
I’m not trying to be “white” or whatever
I just like to do what I want to do
So I’m really glad I saw this comment
-peace and love
@@jessvester8741wow
I said me comment and just saw your comment and you took the words from my mouth
Just because you’re enjoying your natural hair journey doesn’t mean you have to tear up someone else’s journey.” He said it all there. I like the non judgmental approach towards relaxed hair. I’m over the people with natural hair who act like they’re the poster child of good health or the “real black people.” My hair is relaxed, thick, long and healthy because I take care of it by incorporating over 90% of his tips. Having relaxed hair is my choice. I love being a black woman and having a relaxer does not change that. Sorry I had to vent.
I hope it is okay to say this. For those with relaxed hair, just know that ALMOST every thing he talks about natural hair, can be applied to relaxed hair. I am relaxed for years, followed him and applied a lot of his teaching to my hair routine. With some research, I tweak some advice to take care of my hair as relaxed. I stretched between 11 to 13 weeks.
Same, sis!
Agree 🎉
Hey! Like always, I enjoyed reading your content. I'm a licensed cosmetologist and instructor as well. Relaxer is making a huge comeback. At 46, I was tired of the long hair and wanted a new mature look. Then I saw you posted a new video. I'm going to relax my hair. ❤
What sodium base relaxer do you use?
I’ve also used his natural hair advice for my relaxed hair. The blend of deep conditioner and protein made my hair blossom and corrected some weakness. Thanks Linwood
My fave one is SafeRX by Vitale Pro. I used to have to special order it, but it was one of the few that I was actually satisfied with in the relaxer market.
As someone that was traumatized during my first relaxer at 9 years old, I truly appreciate your call to not relax a child’s hair. Thank you for sharing such rich information and I look forward to learning more tips along the way! Love and light 💖
Thank you for saying that it’s an individual journey on whether you would like to be natural or relaxed. I’m relaxed and happy. Natural hair isn’t for everyone and I respect everyone’s hair journey.
Ain't nothing "old and dusty" about you. You are the hair guru for healthy hair. 💜
Yessss! Shout out to the girly whose comment led to this content. I've known for a while that moisture and protein balance matter for both relaxed and natural hair - so most of your content has always been helpful to me. Most of your tips are already a part of my hair routine, but the biggest takeaways are: the sensitive scalp chemical difference, that coarse hair is really fine and how to use silicones. I live in Houston and sweat in my head, so the humidity has me at war with frizz. So many products to combat frizz have silicones so I haven't been able to find a solution to the frizz. Your tips on how to use them are much appreciated!
Silicones are great
Yess. Shout out to you girlfriend
Have you by chance tried Miel rosemary styling cream? Can’t remember the exact name but it’s part of that rosemary oil line… if doing twist outs of even buns or whatever m, it helps smooth frizz. Honestly the shampoo thick rich conditioner and the oil are great
I was always led to believe by my mother that she had to relax my hair because I didn't want it combed as a child. So I grew up believing that my natural hair would be so hard to handle. My hair stylist for years kept telling me that my hair would not be hard to take care as a natural. I am now in my late 40s and have just stopped relaxing my hair and I can't believe that my hair is not hard to handle as my mom led me to believe. So I 100 per cent agree with you with waiting and letting people decide once they are older to get their hair relaxed.
Low key, this makes me want to get a relaxer again. Now that I have better knowledge and tools, I'm sure I can remedy the previous issues I had prior to going natural.
I got a relaxer and i treat it way better. I hope for the best. But if it falls out, I know how to be natural. Im good
I was just thinking the other day that I wish you would do a video on relaxed hair. I am almost embarrassed to say that my AH-HA moment came when you posted the TikTok about Oil is not moisture. I am 50 years old and no one ever told me that they just tell you to grease your scalp and use a good oil. I am now on a journey to healthy relaxed hair. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
There were so many things they didn’t tell our generation about our hair. I was thinking the same thing. I didn’t find out what constituted a moisturizer until I went natural. And I was today years old when I found out that hydration and moisturizer were distinct things.
Yes the hydration moisturizer topic is something else. I’m trying to learn so many things and then on top of that have to apply what is learned. I’m so thankful for this man
Thank you Linwood for these amazing tips! I did not know relaxing prior to puberty was so risky until you broke down the reasons why & it makes perfect sense. Also, thank you to the subbie who brought the lack of relaxed content to Linwood’s attention; i hope you didnt unsubscribe and miss this amazing video❤
I knew 5 year olds that got relaxers. I'm shocked that that is the norm.
I relax my hair and literally treat it like it's natural. The less you do to your relaxed hair as far as intricate styles, the better. I stay keeping my hair moisturized! And my hair just keeps on flourishing 😊
I truly believe that many professional stylist don't know this. I still have scalp damage 20 years later from a bad relaxer where she pulled, scratched and then put a processing cap on my head. It finally stopped having pain in the areas around three years ago but my hair grows in weakly in those areas. As a matter of fact. I'm lossing three of my locs in that area now.
I'm so sorry you went through that. I have never heard of anyone especially stylists pull or scratch during processing a relaxer let alone put on a process cap. Thats something you may do with conditioner.. I hope you were compensated
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Love your videos! The info regarding moisture and protein balance was new to me as well as consuming stimulants before relaxers is new - but totally makes sense. I wish I had this advice when I wore my hair relaxed for 20 years (scalp burns, over processing, relaxing prior to puberty, shedding, ...I experienced all that). Now that I've been natural for 16 years, I've realized that education is key. One is not "easier" than the other. I've experienced dryness and breakage with both relaxed and natural hair due to lack of education. Thank you, for informing and educating Linwood! ❤ This was very helpful.
My joy fam! Thanks for watching!
I wish my parent had had this video when I was 8. Sally's had us fooled - thankfully we found a good stylist in my teens and my hair bounced back 🙌🏼
OK, so I went back to a relaxer about a year ago. I was previously relaxed for years. So you want to know which point resonated with me...all 25. I thought I knew a few things about relaxed hair but boy was I mistaken. Thanks Linwood. As of today I will handle my hair with a lot more care.
It’s about time! Us relax sistas still hanging in there
THANK YOU FOR SAYING "RELAX HAIR" IS STILL NATURAL HAIR!!!❣️ #LOVE UR HUMOR 😂
Thanks so much for watching fam! I appreciate you!
I braided my hair up every night and 😊 take it down in the morning. I use olive oil on my hair. Just a drop olive all on my hair. I braided it up at night some weekend. I just rock. My braide hair relaxing around the house 😊 I try to make my life very simple, no fake hair, not fake nails 🙂 Jus t me, Mrs. B. I see a lot of women don't know who they are on the inside 😊love yourself this gentleman has good intentions, very nice advice 😊
Here's a pro tip 30 years in the game , Sally's has a great product called Porosity Control by Roux , when I tell you 1st use you will see a difference , its a great conditioner that makes you're hair water loving , has a neutral ph balance .
I'm watching this like I'm about to relax my hair lol. I wish I knew this when I got relaxers. Thanks for making this video! Shout out to all the relaxed girlies.
Thank for sharing this. I no longer relax my hair. But maaaan I've made a lot of mistakes and it explains a lot about some issues that I have. Now armed with this knowledge, I will approach my hair differently. You're the best Linwood ❤
Thank you, thank you so very much...I've learned so much! My Mom started relaxing my hair when I was 9 because, to this day, I sweat in my head...btw I'm 64 yrs old. I'm going to watch this video several times to absorb all the info!
I too am relaxed and although I’ve taken a lot of your profession hair care knowledge of the natural men and women to some of my hair routines….I have also been one of those who felt like I was missing even more valuable information. I’m so glad that you first apologized to the (hopefully still subscribed RUclips member), and then addressed every thing possible for us relaxed hair viewers/subscribers can now take even more information and apply to our daily, weekly, or even monthly routine….and if nothing more it’s just good for me to finally see a male do a relaxed hair care video. THANKS for posting!!
LOVVVVVE YOUR 25 tips FOR RELAXED HAIR as a fellow stylist for over 20 years YOU WERE ON THE MONEY ❤
I love your humility and honesty! Such a wealth of knowledge you have shared with us!
Thank you thank you! I am relaxed but I still took the foundational advice you give to maintain it. I always deep condition with protein/moisture or hydrating mix. I roller set to dry on medium heat which takes forever as I am mid-back but I make it work. I have stretched my relaxers to twice a year and I get a deep protein treatment then. No permanent color and I trim whenever it needs it. You are the GOAT for all hair care but as a relaxed girl thanks for the special attention. I do use the Olaplex 1 & 2 with my relaxers and I love the results.
One of the most important tips you gave was not to relax prior to puberty. I've heard far too many stories or children as young as 4 getting a relaxer. I was around 8 or 9 when I had my first relaxer. Additionally, we start so much self hatred with children and their hair when we relax when they are so young.
LINWOOD!!! As a fellow educator and master stylist, you hit it every important point. Most of the time you can hit on a few during consultation but it’s nearly impossible for clients to retain all of the information. Grateful for you and your channel, saving heads 1 strand at a time! 💜💜💜
Much needed and appreciated. Relaxed life is just as much of a struggle for me than natural life was.
Thank you for your expertise and wisdom on the matter.
You knocked it out the park with this one. I’m natural, had a perm for 29 years but went natural in 2011. You are “hair” for all of us.🖤➰🖤❗️GlamFam 4 life.
Lame
When I tell you that my dry, relaxed hair and I jumped for joy seeing this video!!! Thank you!! I'm already on it! I'm no longer allowing relaxers to sit longer than 17 minutes, and I am concentrating on "hydrating" My inner strands and moisturizing my outer strands...adding protein once every 6 weeks. Ty!!! Also, not believing stereotypes about this 4z hair on my head. I'm not chewing gum, I'm medium what you said!😅
Thank you so so much for this Linwood. I've been relaxed for 15 years now and can't see myself ever going back natural. I love your helpful informative content. God bless you.
Yayyy
I'm so happy someone spoke up for us with relax locs. I went back natural nearly 3 yrs ago. Absolutely 💯 hated it. That journey lasted 8 months, but seemed like an eternity in frustration hell. It brought back the memories of back in the day why I had my hair relaxed in the first place. 😮 Thanks for doing this video. I'm about to reach for the remote to watch this on a big screen TV. 👏 #relaxhairgal
You do discuss relaxed hair. I remember you explaining in detail relaxed hair porosity. You utilized the whiteboard in your classroom. Thank you for another great video! ❤️
Linwood out her doing the Lord's work!! I was on the creamy crack from 12-24 and then transitioned to keratin treatments for the last 16 years. I couldn't tell you my curl pattern but I follow all his tips for high porosity hair and I have seen not only growth but RETENTION!!! Let them ends go and deep condition!!❤❤❤
Hey Linwood, I followed your advice on trims. I got a trim a day ago and my stylist even didn’t want to trim because I had no split ends for 3 months I am impressed. Your videos have enhanced my at home hair care A LOT!. I oil my ends religiously with Kerastasé Elixir Ultime for color treated hair. I also followed the amino acid/ protein treatments for color treated hair. Thank you for being so informative
After a 2-time run with being natural I’m back to relaxed hair. Exercising daily and sweating was murder on my natural so I cut it and went back to a style I can manage. I appreciate the tips and u sharing your knowledge.
Aww shucks, I was contemplating going natural because I thought the sweating was annoying and destructive to my relaxed hair and it would be easier to manage when natural. Glad I read this comment.
@@its_eboni The sweat made my hair very dry and even coarser so it was impossible to comb on a daily basis and a silk press would only last a day or I had to rearrange my workout routine. It became too much of a hassle and constantly wearing braids wasn’t good either. With all of the products on the market and your texture of hair, you may have a totally different and much better experience being natural.
I Didn't Know Sweat Was Badd Forr The Hair. I Always Thought Itt Morsterized.
Omg 😢 maybe that's what happened to me. I am natural and kept crochet braids. My stylist thinks natural isn't working for me. I sweat and workout a lot plus I have hot flashes sometimes.
I stretch my relaxers as much as I can. I needed these tips. It’s like this video came just in time. Thank you. 😊
13 years natural thinking about going back relaxed. My hair is soooo thick.
I hope the info in the video proves helpful then! Thanks for watching!
That's why i just did it. My hair was healthy enough. And has grown so much. Now I'm educated to maintain it and keep it healthy. I have got so many compliments.
I just started relaxing my hair from natural and am loving it. I now know what to do
This video came right on time! I was desperately in need of all these information. Thanks Linwood. You are an answer to prayers 🥰
I haven't relaxed my hair in 4 years. But I watched this whole video and found it very informative. Now do one on moisture vs hydration.
Great job! Thank you for putting that much info out for us about relaxed hair.
Wow! I'm so grateful for this. This is the first video I've seen where someone specifically talks about taking care of relaxed hair, especially in such detail and with so much knowledge. I'm absolutely hooked now and I'm definitely subscribing to this GlamFam channel!
Linwood, you’re the best, and I love how you approach everything in a very fair and just manner, in discussing all types of hair from wigs, deep conditioning, natural and relaxed hair. I enjoy and follow your advice, your loyal subscriber.
Linwood, thank you for this video...I especially found the info on cocktailing protein with the deep conditioner extremely helpful because I do each separately and I'm always in and out of the shower, cocktailing will definitely save time. Thank you once again.
You are a TRUE educator👍🏽 I have been schooled today 😊
This is such a GREAT video. I’ve been a cosmologist for 25 years and forgot some of this information over time. Thanks for the reminder. I’ll definitely be sharing this with my clients.
This video was awesome! Loved the content! New subscriber here! Thanks for the information! I’m 10 years natural and it’s been rough; strongly considering going relaxed, but still researching on how to better care for my hair and other options! ❤❤
Thank you Linwood!! Your content is always 🤌🏽 I just put a texturizer in my hair today after being natural for about 9 yrs and honestly I am so happy. I STRUGGLED with my extra coarse, extra dry hair for yrs. Please keep us relaxed girlies in mind, we need you too! 😊❤
I'm so excited about this video! I'm relaxed, and I faithfully watch your videos. I've learned to apply a lot of tips for natural hair for my relaxed hair. I picked up some great new tips. I learned that my roller wrap is the way to go to maintain healthy hair.
I love how relaxing and calm your videos are😂😂and obviously very helpful!
Linnwoodddddddddddddddddddddd thank you for this! I finally went relaxed after a lifetime of not being able to care for my natural hair! I'm hoping to return to my god given curls in a few years time, but you're a godsend for this. I love how you talk so much about the science behind hair and what's actually going on.
New subby here 🙋🏽♀️
I returned to relaxers (texlaxing) around Thanksgiving 2021, after 7 years of being natural! I’m loving the tips & suggestions that you’re giving! 🫶🏽
Thank you, Linwood, for the great information!!! ❤ Hydration with deep conditioning has helped me care for my hair and stretch my relaxer to 12 weeks. I like the cocktail advice. I will try that to see how my hair responds.
THANK YOU SO MUCH! Point 25 was very important to me. I have no plans in relaxing but this was helpful and made me think about all the negative experiences I had as a kid.
Awesome information. I've been caring for my own hair for about a year now, and this video has answered soooo many questions. Thank you!
I watched to the very end!! Very informative, especially since I’m starting my relaxed hair journal after being natural for about 12 years…my choice.
Thanks
This video is EVERYTHING! Tips 22:08 that I needed to hear - keep heat well below 400 degrees, hydration and keep up with trims. So informative!
I loved this. My hair is fine, mostly curly like the springs in a pin, and medium density. I plan on relaxing once a year and these tips will be super helpful.
This is perfect. I am relaxed, but I still follow you because you speak about keeping hair in general, healthy! So this video was such a pleasant surprise. Thank you❤
Thank you ❤. I am relaxed and I have been loving ALL your videos!🥰 Thanks for all the amazing education, it so needed since a lot of content creators are not concerned about us. Your information has been helpful, P.E.R.I.O.D……!!!!!!
THANK YOU for addressing relaxed hair needs! ❤ I have followed most of these steps throughout my journey. 2 Chic has been my favorite for a while. It really helps my hair maintain moisture, which prevented breakage. Shout out to TJ Maxx & Marshall's for the best price! My hair is the longest it's ever been (mid-back).
Hey Linwood! This for me was THE BEST informational video you have done so far! Thank you for the comment that prompted this class! Keep teaching us!
Thank you so, so much for this content on relaxed hair. I have been waiting on this one for a long time. Next, can you speak on relaxed hair care products. It's amazing to get expert tips from a true guru like yourself.
Thank you for saying all of the things! Let people enjoy/experience their journey. It's not always about self hate. I'm natural thinking about becoming texlaxed.
I'm so thankful for this video. I have been relaxing my own hair for about a year now and completely damaged my hair and scalp the last time I relaxed it 2 months ago. I believe my hair was in shock and my scalp. After about two months I am finally seeing New growth but my hair is no longer growing in as thick as it was. Can you please help in suggest any products I can use on my scalp. Especially now that is in such a sensitive and damaged state. I said I will go natural
I love, love , love this! I was looking for this information. I decided to go back to relaxed hair about a year ago, after being natural for 12 years. I made a couple of mistakes with applying color around the perimeter of my hair that caused breakage. I am learning to stretch the relaxing time. This information is such a game changer!❤️
FINALLY LINWOOD‼️😂😂😂
Thank you❤️
My pleasure boo, Thanks for watching!
I was curling my hair every day for a while and had dry hair, breakage and no length retention 😢. I started using the shampoo & conditioner you recommeded and no curling, viola hair is looking better. I get a relaxer 2 or 3 times a year . Didn't know about things not to do before a relaxer😮 but i do now, thx
My go to style when I was relaxed was a braid out. Loved them.
Amazing advice. My hairdressing has been doing it wrong for years and I started relaxing my hair at a very young age
Thank you for this! I was feeling a little slighted because I am relaxed but still follow you faithfully. My take away was the staying away from coffee, and stop wearing hats before relaxer. I did have a bad reaction with Olaplex the very first time I used it. It was like it caused protein overload! I assumed I used it incorrectly or it didn’t mix well with other products I used (Giovanni hydrating shamp/0laplex 3, that’s it). I didn’t return to it. Again thank you for the info. The only thing left that I struggle with is I really can’t tell when I need protein or moisture, so I just use moisture and occasionally use the ROUX porosity in my conditioner.
Everything he has spoken about is so true. I did know 95% of what he said, but actually, hearing it just makes it or the more real. I'm thinking of going back to relaxers, but it does take a lot of maintenance. Heck, afro hair takes a lot, regardless! 😩🙏
Absolutely! Proper care can be a good degree of work, it helps to build a routine around it so it doesn’t feel overly laborious.
@GetGlamFam oh yes. Thanks for that message. Wish we had really good hair stylists like you in the UK. We do have hair salons that can do it, but the large majority of them are not adequately trained to deal with the challenges of Afro hair.
I subscribed today and I absolutely love your personality and your a great teacher. I will be binge watching your videos. Thanks for the gems. Mad love from NYC 😘
Thank you for this, I’ve been following you for about a year and love your content. As a relaxed gal, we’ve been waiting! 🤗
Perfect timing of this video. Just went relaxed after years of natural and wigs. Thank you!!!
Do you still wear wigs with a relaxer?
@@adrienneroxanne9833 Hi, I do through the weird growth periods. My stylist cut a lot of hair off so, I'm in a short style now and will wear one when I don't want to style too much.
Thanks so much, loved one!! This has been so very helpful for me and I learn so much from you, as I am on this journey of being relaxed for the past two years now, from being natural. My hair is really growing, as I don't use much heat at all (other than getting it blow-dried) and I'm one of those people who only gets my hair relaxed once a year!! Love you much!! 😌💞
What hairstyles are you doing?
Only wearing my hair in up-do's, buns, twist outs; rarely do I wear my hair curled or fully done, except maybe for worship services or outings.@@adrienneroxanne9833
Yep! Definitely had to switch from the calcium relaxer to sodium. That calcium build up was bananas. The difference has been amazing. I will be taking the deep conditioning, hydration, and protein advice going forward.
Linwood is just so fine.
Love your content. You made my transition from relaxed to natural so easy. I use your tips every day. I rewatch just to refresh my memory.
Hope you are well Linwood, you know what I mean.
The issue with Olaplex is they took a professional product and put it in the hands of the non reading instructions consumer. Now here we are 🤷🏽♀️.
This is facts. I'm a licensed cosmetologist and Stylist. We've been using #1 and #2 for years. No issues. They expanded the brand for at home consumers and now all the shenanigans....
They never read
Thank you so much. I really need this because there is so much misinformation on Relaxed hair.
Can you do a video on the Best Products such as Shampoos, Conditioners and Hair Masks for Relaxed hair please.
Have you ever tried the Keracare line? The Humecto Conditioner is great as a moisturizing conditioner.
@@judywalker2849 I have only tried their edge Tamer
@@terrijoseph-miller5471 try the humecto conditioner and the detangling shampoo is real good.
I second that!!! a little high but I it love it
I love that you out the video up many people think when you hair relaxed you can not have healthy relaxed hair .
Thnak you for the relaxer tips, keep them comming! I would love your product recommendation for relaxed hair, especially daily moisturizing for fine hair!
Team relaxed over here. Thank you for this information. BTW ain't nothing dusty and old about you love!
I big chopped from relaxed hair March 2019, after relaxing my hair for 3 decades. I love my natural hair and would not change my decision. However, Linwood, I wish I was armed with the wealth of information you provided in this video while I had relaxed hair. I would have been spared a lot of the breakage and agony of burnt scalp. You are truly precious! ❤❤
I won't relax anymore because I don't want chemicals on my hair. These chemicals used to relax hair are dangerous
FINALLY…… THANK YOU - THANK YOU - THANK YOU!!
I thought stylists forgot about those of us who are relaxed.
You gave so much GREAT info.
Moisture vs Hydration was eye opening for me.
Tfs Linwood...great tips as usual. Even when I first started relaxing ny hair 30+ yrs ago, I always pushed to 8 wks btwn relaxers. In the past 10 yrs or so, I've been able to stretch to 12-14 wks btwn relaxers. Always used Vitamin E oil as my base. Still trying to restore the health, body & length to my fine hair.
Great teaching❤
I'm team Creamy Crack. These are all great tips. Thank you.
Thank you thank you thank youI’d been asking for a similar video as well. The relaxed women kinda get ignored and get a side eye like we should be natural. I was not aware of almost EVERYTHING you mentioned. Especially the difference in using a sensitive scalp relaxer which is what is used on me. I have sensitive skin period and always have. Glad you spent some much time being thorough ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Excellent, excellent information! I remember as a preteen my scalp burning 2 days after I got a perm. I ended up with scabs forming on my scalp. Never knew why! Parents listen to this wonderful educator! He knows his stuff!
My hair is 3C natural, I have seen my hair flourishing, in length and fullest. I didn't think my hair was capable of being thick, long and full. I am amazed and shocked after following your and Moknowhair RUclipsr advice. I am very thankful. 😢.
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I am not relaxed anymore and am never going back, but that tip about stretching out your time between relaxers blew my mind. I never know 6-8 weeks was the minimum.
The tips regarding relaxers for kids; wearing a hat before relaxing; and relaxing my own hair. After your advice, I started letting stylist do it and my hair went down my back. Mind blowing stuff. ❤
I don’t use heat unless it’s my birthday. I deep condition like it’s my first language and my hair loves it.