How to Tackle that New Growth That’s Bugging You!
An awesome video to show you how to relax hair at home is waiting for you to watch it.
Let’s be honest – by now, your new growth is making you consider going natural. All those inches you’re seeing has you thinking “abi I should just go natural?” Well, if that’s something you really want to do, then go for it. But, if you’re still in the market for relaxing your hair, then keep reading.
So, now that we know who’s reading, we have a great video resource to show you how to relax hair at home. You can either have your friend/family member help out or do it yourself. We arent all privileged to have people around us, however, that doesn’t mean we can’t get this done.
So, here’s what you’ll need;
- Relaxer Kit (It is better to buy a kit as it would come with all the necessities like gloves, applicators etc)
- Combs – Wide-toothed & Rattail
- Shampoo & Conditioner (These might come in the relaxer kit, but you should have these handy just in case)
- Hair oil or balm (Essential for basing the scalp and the edges to keep it from burning from the relaxer’s heat)
- Lukewarm water (Not too hot or cold to help calm the heat from the relaxer)
- Blow Dryer
Tips
Now, before we jump into this, here are some key tips you should have in mind before relaxing your hair.
- You need to work in sections. This isn’t only great for managing the relaxing process, it also helps you reduce burning by relaxing the most resistant parts first and the most sensitive last.
- Start at the crown of the head. It has the most resistant skin, and work your way to the outer edges.
- Relax the edges last. The skin here is very sensitive and would require the least amount of time with the relaxer on.
- Try your best not to put the relaxer on the scalp. Start the application at the beginning of the new growth and work your way upwards. This helps reduce the chances of burning the scalp.
- Only relax the new growth. Your old-growth is already relaxed and doesn’t need the relaxer. Only apply to the parts of the hair that are ‘due’ for a relaxer i.e new growth.
For this video, if you do have an extra set of hands, watch this with them, and then grab the relaxer kit! But if you don’t, simply apply the same principles and you’ll be fine!
Photo Credit: Naturally Curly | Fola Fash (YouTube)
