IT'S OFFICIALLY HERE!!
My relaxer day routine, in detail, is LIVE on my Youtube Channel. 
You have no idea how excited I am. This video has been highly requested over the years. I know I've explained my relaxer routine and products, but there's nothing like actually SHOWING you guys  e x a c t l y  what I do. I've been self-relaxing for the past 10 years. I swear by all of the methods, products and techniques I share in this video.
You will see my entire relaxer touch-up process from start to finish - minus my trim. I don't self-trim, I go to my stylist for that. 
In my video, I demonstrate how to achieve and maintain healthy relaxed hair while relaxing at home. I also share tips for taking care of your relaxed hair to prevent over-processing, overlap, relaxer run-off etc. so that it can grow long, thick, and healthy!

Blog Post Mentioned: 
 Lye vs. No Lye - http://bit.ly/lyenolye 
♥Products Mentioned: 

 Roux Porosity Control - https://amzn.to/351j1K7 DAX Pomade Vegetable Oil Hair Grease - https://amzn.to/3lToxoC ORS Olive Oil Relaxer - Normal Strength Lye - https://amzn.to/3dtximo ORS Olive Oil Neutralizing Shampoo - https://amzn.to/33Zn8He Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 - https://amzn.to/3lQlDRD Creme of Nature Plex Breakage Defense Bond Mender - https://amzn.to/3dtt7XX As I Am Long & Luxe Strengthening Shampoo - https://amzn.to/319kvka Joico Moisture Recovery Treatment Balm - https://amzn.to/31dBFxf Tressemme Keratin Smooth Heat Protectant - https://amzn.to/37gr34B Organix Argan Oil Serum - https://amzn.to/350o6SR 

♥Tools Used: 

Sprush Tool Applicator - https://amzn.to/34ZFBCI 

Magic Star Jumbo Rake Wide Tooth Comb - https://amzn.to/2SUJCCZ 

Hair Steamer (alternative) - https://amzn.to/341TIIn 

Sedu Flat Iron - https://amzn.to/3lV3Jxj 

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Hey loves,

I recently relaxed my hair and I wanted to share several details regarding my relaxer day routine as I've received many questions as to what steps I take, products I use etc. I ended my relaxer stretch at 11 weeks post relaxer. I relaxed with ORS Olive Oil Relaxer in normal strength. I typically leave my relaxers on for 20-23 minutes but I always set my timer to 25 minutes. This is my 1st relaxer since I got my hair cut (a couple months back) and I feel as though my hair has grown quite a bit. Also, I did a small trim just for maintenance purposes.

In the video below, I go into detail as to how I prevent relaxer run-off and over processed ends, why I love using protein on relaxer day and the bond rebuilding products I use to strengthen my relaxed hair.

Enjoy!!

1. I use a clarifying shampoo to rid my hair and scalp of any build up. This allows my new growth to accept the relaxer better.
2. I follow up with a medium protein reconstructor/treatment for 20 minutes using heat.
3. I follow up with a  moisturizing deep conditioner to soften and moisturize my strands.
4. I apply my leave-in and air dry.

1. I apply Roux Porosity Control to my entire head, neglecting my new growth, focusing on coating my previously relaxed strands. The Porosity control is pH balanced (pH 4.5); therefore, when in contact with the relaxer, has I'm rinsing it out, it will begin to neutralize the relaxer for me preventing overlap and over-processed hair. In essence, the relaxer will stop working as it touches my ends. Not to mention, because it has so much slip, it helps to detangle my hair. 
2. I apply the coconut oil over the porosity control, again avoiding my new growth, to aid in separating any knots/tangles in my hair, but to also protect my hair from relaxer run-off. The coconut oil gives my hair a quick treatment prior to neutralizing. 
3. Jamaican Black Castor Oil is applied to my forehead, temples, ears and the skin around my nape for protection. It works like a charm = no burns!
4. As "ol skool" as DAX is, its a gem! I use this grease a final step to coat my previously relaxed hair. Because it's petroleum based, the relaxer stands no chance in penetrating through the grease during the relaxer rinse out step. DAX creates a barrier, between my strands and the relaxer, and that is why it will forever be a part of my relaxer prep regimen (the neutralizing shampoo removes all traces of the petrolatum). 

1. After 25 minutes on the clock, I rinse out my relaxer and follow up with my neutralizing shampoo. I rinse the relaxer out thoroughly and do a quick shampoo to stop the relaxer from processing further. I then lather up again and this time I let the shampoo sit on my hair (just like conditioner) for a total of 5 mins. I do this twice and then follow up with a 10 minute session (i.e. the shampoo sits on my hair for 5 mins, 5 mins and then 10 mins). 
2. I then follow up with my sulfate free shampoo to restore extra softeness and slip to my hair.

1. I go back to my regular routine of using a light protein reconstructor on dry hair with coconut oil for 15-20mins with heat. 
2. Follow up with a sulfate free shampoo. 
3. Deep condition with a moisturizing deep conditioner, plus oils, for 30 mins. 
4. Apply my leave-in and air dry! 

All done!!

What is your relaxer day process like? What tips and tricks do you use to prep for your relaxer? or for the day of your relaxer?