I've came across a very interesting article when it comes to using relaxers in your hair. Even though many don't realize it, relaxing your hair can cause PERMANENT damage to your beautiful tresses. Some of the most common problems that comes with constant chemical treatments on your hair is, hair loss, breakage, scalp irritations, scalp infections, stunted hair growth, etc.
A relaxer, straightens the hair transforming the original curl pattern by loosening or relaxing the kinky texture. This is where the evolution of your hair takes place changing it from its original natural state to a lifelong process of having to reapply chemicals to maintain the same look each time causing more damage to your hair. Is it really worth the time, money, and damage? The chemicals used in relaxers are the same chemicals (Sodium Hydroxide) used to make drain cleaners to unclog sinks. Its the same chemicals used to remove fur from animals to make leather. Its the same chemicals that you are putting in your HAIR!
I posted a very interesting video below about the relaxers that many of us had, or still do put in our hair. Ever wondered why your hair has never seemed to grow with a perm (and yes our hair does grow, fast.) ? Or why it started to thin out? This is why!
OMG Lexi!
ReplyDeleteI was debating all day on rather I should keep my relaxed hair or cut it and go natural.
I would DEF say go natural! & you won't regret it trust me! It's a long process and sometimes it's not easy ( so it's best to use transitioning styles while transitioning...or the big chop if you're brave lol) but your hair will grow much healthier & longer! My hair is probably a little longer than before i decided to transition IN JUST ONE YEAR! so i can't even image what it'll be like two years from now!
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