How Do You Take Care Of Relaxed Hair?
Relaxed hair needs different care and attention than natural African-American hair. The hair follicle before the relaxing process is flat and full of kinks and curves. The relaxer straightens out this follicle. However, in taking out the curls and bends in the hair, the relaxer weakens the follicles, because that structure supports the hair. Natural straight hair has a round follicle that doesn’t need the support. The weakened, relaxed hair follicle thus needs a little extra attention to prevent breakage. Wash your hair with shampoos and conditioners that are designed to moisturize and strengthen relaxed hair. These products are available at drug stores and many other retailers. Like finding healthy foods for your family, you will have to read the labels of the hair products to find the best ones. Look for the words “processed hair,” “relaxed hair” and “permed hair.” Start with products made by the makers of your relaxer, as those products are designed to supplement the relaxer. Also l
