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Choosing hair relaxers
Start with the strength level on the label. Relaxers are sorted by how strongly they work, so match the strength to your hair's current texture and how resistant it tends to be. Also check the form. Creams, gels, and lotions spread and sit on hair differently, so choose the one you can apply most evenly.
Read the ingredient list and included directions before you buy. Look for whether a neutralizer, conditioner, or protective cream comes in the kit, and confirm the package size fits your hair length and density. If you plan to apply it yourself, make sure it is labeled for home use. If you are also considering a chemical hair straightener, check that the two products are not meant to be used together.
Using hair relaxers safely
Follow the label step by step and time the process exactly as written. Perform the patch test the instructions describe before full application, and do not use a product on a scalp that is sore or irritated. Avoid applying relaxer to hair that was already relaxed, and avoid overlapping onto sections you have already processed.
Questions about hair relaxers
Can I use a relaxer and a texturizer together?
Only if both labels say they are compatible. Mixing products can change how each one works, so follow each label and avoid combining them unless the instructions allow it. A texturizer is a separate product type with its own directions.
How should I store an opened relaxer?
Keep it tightly sealed, in a cool, dry place, and out of reach of children. Follow any storage note on the package and do not transfer it into other containers.
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