THE RIGHT WAY TO USE HAIR RELAXERS
If you like having straight hair, but your natural style is curly or frizzy, there is a good chance that you have tried a hair relaxer serum. What many people don’t know is that many of these serums, particularly those that contain Lye, can be very dangerous for your hair and scalp. Oftentimes hair relaxers can burn your skin if they are not used properly. The following are 3 safety precautions to take when using a new brand of hair relaxer.
1. Apply a small amount of the serum to your skin to make sure that you will not experience any irritation from the product. Many people experience allergic reactions to hair serums, so it is important to take this test before apply the serum to your hair and scalp.
2. After applying the serum to your hair, be sure to wash it out thoroughly. It is also important to use conditioner on a relatively frequent basis after applying a hair relaxer.
3. If you do not feel confident about applying a hair relaxer to yourself, then you can have it done by a professional. This is recommended as they will know exactly how to relax your hair without causing any hair or skin damage and irritation.
Never use a hair straightening iron or curling iron after relaxing your hair. It is generally recommended to wait a number of days after applying the relaxing serum before using any type of heating product whatsoever. Remember, the less you tamper with hair chemicals, the healthier your hair will be.
SPIRAL PERM HAIRSTYLES
Not all women are born with beautiful natural curly hair. Spiral perms whether permanent or temporary might be the solution if you’re longing for a hairstyle with volume and texture. Spiral perm styles are considered an ageless hairstyle. They are often associated with the fashion of the 80’s and are making a comeback today. It can be worn by whatever age and occasions as well. It creates a beautiful, glamorous, and flirtatious overall look.
The difference of spiral perm hairstyles from other perms is the method by which it is done. Though it uses the same products, the way in which the hair is curled is different. The hair is treated with chemicals then wrapped around the rod in a screw like or spiral manner. Hence the name spiral perm. The rods define the size or how loose the curls will be and gives the effect to the resulting perm. Horizontal rods are used are used for perms that are closer to the head.
Before going to your stylist, consider the wave pattern and texture of your hair. These are very important because they will the basis for the size of the rods that will be used on your hair. If the wrong size of the rod is used, your hair will spell disaster when it grows back. If you plan to wear bangs with your spiral perm, make sure your stylist uses the largest rod available. Also, remember to check the condition of your hair before getting a spiral perm. Perming uses chemicals that can ruin your strands and may cause irreparable damages.