* You are more likely to damage your hair if you use both hair dye and a relaxer. * If you do color your relaxed hair, some hairdressers say you should use a semi-permanent dye. They say it will cause less damage than a permanent dye. * Refer to product directions and talk to your [...]
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How often should I relax my hair?
* Straightening too often can damage your hair. You might want to ask your hairdresser for advice, because different products on the market have different directions. According to some hairdressers, every six to eight weeks is common, but this depends on the product. * It also depends on your hair, such as how fast your [...]
Tips from skin doctors and hairdressers to help use hair relaxers safely:
* Don’t leave the relaxer on longer than the directions say you should. * Wash it out with a neutralizing shampoo. (You can get neutralizing shampoo in most places where you buy shampoo.) * Use conditioner often after relaxing your hair. * Be extra careful when you use hair relaxers on children. Keep hair relaxers [...]