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What is the difference between thio and hydroxide relaxers?
Thio relaxers use ammonium thioglycolate to break the disulfide bonds in the hair, while hydroxide relaxers use hydroxide ions to break the disulfide bonds. Thio relaxers are milder and are often used on fine or damaged hair, while hydroxide relaxers are stronger and are better for coarse or resistant hair.
Are relaxers just for black people?
Relaxers are for anyone who has "textured" hair. While people of African descent are the main ones with this hair, there are mixed race people who use such products.
What is major difference between thio and hydroxide relaxers?
Hydroxide relaxers are not compatble with thio relaxers, permanent waving, or soft curl permanents because they use a different chemistry. Thio relaxers use thio to breake the disulfide bonds. The high pH of a thio relaxer is needed to swell the hair but it is the thio that breaks the disulfide bonds. Hydroxide relaxers have a pH that is so high that the alkalinity alone breaks the disulfide bonds. Hydroxide relaxers are not compatble with thio relaxers, permanent waving, or soft curl permanents because they use a different chemistry. Thio relaxers use thio to breake the disulfide bonds. The high pH of a thio relaxer is needed to swell the hair but it is the thio that breaks the disulfide bonds. Hydroxide relaxers have a pH that is so high that the alkalinity alone breaks the disulfide bonds.
Do hair relaxers expire?
Yes, it does. Whatever you do, don't use it after 3 months of purchase. Your hair will fall out!!
Why is the best way to stop relaxing hair?
If your hair is relaxed enough, then you don't have to use relaxers any more in it.
Do white people relax their hair?
Actually, some white people do get relaxers. Generally hair relaxers are used by people with more course hair, and mostly by females. Latinas, and African Americans and people mixed with either of these and white, are the most frequent users of hair relaxers as the purpose of a relaxer is to loosen or eliminate the curl in one's natural hair. It is the opposite of a "perm" so to speak, where straight hair is chemically and permanently curled. White people with very curly hair may use a very light relaxer to straighten their hair, though many white women just opt to straighten their hair using a flat iron as their hair is usually not too course for this to be an effective method. Relaxing tends to be a more drastic method of straightening ones hair as the chemicals cause permanent damage to the hair.
Does your hair still grow after you have relaxed it?
Yes. Make sure you use a relaxer that is good for your hair. Wait a few months before relaxing your hair again. Be sure to condition it well and keep it moisturized often so it does not break or damage your hair. Too many relaxers/chemicals strips the natural oils from the hair. Remember to relax new growth only. Mild relaxers are to be used on colored treated or fine hair. Regular relaxers are used on medium textured hair. Super Strength relaxers are used on very coarse and overly curly hair. Relaxing your hair should be a quick process and after that apply your neutralizing shampoo. Visit a local stylist and ask her to recommend you a good brand relaxer. Find you a good hair regimen and stick to it.
What alkali is in most shampoos?
Many clarifying shampoos use alkaline ingredients to swell the hair shaft and allow the surfactants to penetrate more deeply. Most hair relaxers use a strong alkali to soften the hair, break the side bonds of the hair and remove curl. In addition, many conditioners and moisturizing shampoos use acidic compounds to contract the hair shaft, smoothing it and locking in moisture.
Are there hair relaxers without chemicals in it?
There are some "natural" or "organic" hair relaxers available that claim to be free of harsh chemicals. These products use ingredients such as plant extracts and oils to help relax the hair. It is important to carefully check the ingredients list and do a patch test before using any product to ensure compatibility with your hair and scalp.
How many women use hair accessories?
over 40 000
How do hair grow for black women?
Keep the ends dusted regularly instead of having deep trims. Dusting the ends, and eliminated heat appliances will also help retain length. Do not combine permanent relaxers and permanent color to prevent severe breakage and damage. Stretch your relaxers to a minimum of 8 weeks between applications. Give your hair a rest, and use wigs, and braids to just let your hair "be". Letting the hair rest will allow you to maintain legnth. Use an Aphogee treatment once every 6-8 weeks to help strengthen and protect the hair against damage. MTG and Max Gro products are also good to use for fast hair growth. I researched the product, and found that many other people had results. You Tube provides great before and after pictures. Many people received at least an inch of growth in a month.
How many women use hair extensions?
many but sometimes it's obvious that it is an extention and then you look like a poser with fake hair... i do not recommend them
