Take a good look at your supply list and have everything within reach. Relaxer stretching can be good for your hair if its successful. Nov 18, 2019 muscle stiffness after stroke is often a sign of spasticity. This means the less experience of overlapping, over processed hair and much thicker hair. There are quite a few ways you can stretch out the leather so your. Stretching is a form of exercise that can lead to an increase in flexibility. Stretching your relaxer is something that is very beneficial for your hair. Many people ask me am i natural and when i tell them that i. The art of stretching relaxers is something that takes some time and effort.
Here are our tips on how to stretch your relaxers successfully without doing more harm than good. I dont know what my hair will look like 8 weeks post relaxer with the current style i have but im determined to make it work. Treating a tight psoas muscle requires stretching, but it also requires strengthening of the surrounding muscles. Here are 6 ways that ive been able to stretch my relaxer 6 months. How i manage my new growth during relaxer stretches in 2019.
Relaxer stretching comes with the challenge of dealing with two textures. Hi team im really inflexible and was wondering whether utilising some forms of muscle relaxants or even numbing agents could help my stretching sessions. Apr 14, 2014 the purpose to relaxer stretching is to avoid overlapping previously relaxed hair and thicken your hair by avoiding frequent relaxer run off. Dec 03, 2019 a clenched hand after stroke occurs when spasticity in the hand begins to worsen into a contracture. Feb 19, 2018 many people say they have breakage when trying to stretch their relaxer. How i manage my new growth during relaxer stretches a. If you are new to stretching or recovering from a recent injury, go slow with these stretches. Most healthy hair journeyers have heard, read or been told stretching is a must to have healthy relaxed hair. Air drying, reader questions, roller setting, stretching relaxers, videos styling short hair without heat while stretching your relaxers. You may remember me mentioning i relax my hair 3 times a year, roughly every 17 weeks. Sep 12, 2014 how to prevent hair breakage by relaxer stretching hair hair tips by beautygeek september 12, 2014 january 4, 2017 11 comments on how to prevent hair breakage by relaxer stretching. The products are divided into 4 categories based on their composition and price range.
The time to have an old towel on hand to wipe up any spills is not after the spill happens. But here i am excited to be over 6 months post and loving almost every minute of it. Due to electronic rights, some third party content may be suppressed from the ebook andor echapters. Today i want share 5 professional tips for making your relaxer stretch easier. As im 16 weeks into my current relaxer stretch, i thought id share my tips for getting through it. Hair growth ninja faq ebook on natural hair growth for longer hair. During my relaxer stretches, ive had had some missteps, but have kept stretching my relaxers because of the benefits it brings. I believe that stretching for me helps to give my hair thickness and strength it so needs as it is finetextured. If they even look like they are about to fix their mouth to say six weeks, the answer is an automatic no. If you want to buy garridus videos, only go to his website, in becomerelaxed. This is a common mistake people make when first starting off with stretching relaxers.
And of course this was very unhealthy for my hair which goes to prove that ignorance is truly bliss sometimes. Last year around june, i started relaxing every 3 months sept and dec and i was able to notice my hair growing. Therefore, this article will address common pitfalls of stretching relaxers. Easy tips to help avoid breakage while relaxer stretching. It is amazing what the internet can do because with lots and lots of research on hair care blogs and websites i found that waiting longer in between touch ups, or relaxer stretching, was in fact one of the best things that you can do for your relaxed hair.
What relaxer stretching is and why it is important in. In this blog post i will explain what stretching is, its benefits and the risks involved. Here is a quick explanation of relaxer stretching, and how to do it if you are interested in improving the health of your relaxed hair. Most likely there will be overlapping of the relaxer which can cause a slew of things that can deteriorate the health of the hair. It helps to minimise the risk of over processing and leads to stronger relaxed hair in the long run. Black hair 101 blog archive 5 tips for stretching between. Could you post your regimen weekly and monthly please thanks. Top 10 best stretching and flexibility books ever written. Yeah girl, i just posted a thread for an 8 week relaxer stretch challenge i hope it will alert some of the short hair ladies. I usually relax my new growth ng about anywhere between every 1216 weeks.
Any time you get relaxer on hair that has already been relaxed, your hair becomes damaged. Always stretch opposing muscle groups such as bicepstriceps, hamstringsquads, abslowerback. I did my relaxer on monday since dec and my hair length is the same trimmed my tips once. May 03, 2014 tips on how to better care for your new growth between relaxers. Nov 09, 2011 stretching your relaxer will prove beneficial to your black hairs health when done correctly. In this lesson we will focus on the very first step in any workout program. Posture, relaxation, stretching, the tips and more.
Learning to stretch your relaxer can be challenging but it doesnt have to be with these 8 tips for stretching your relaxer. Relax into stretch simply teaches your muscles to relax into a stretch. Since i discovered that relaxer stretching is a key part of a healthy relaxed hair regimen ive been consistently stretching anywhere from 1216 weeks. Mar 11, 2018 just because relaxer kits are inexpensive and readily available, you should still use caution when using them. The art of stretching part 1 the benefits and risks of. Hair relaxers can be incredibly damaging to your hair, but if you decide to relax, this article teaches you how to relax natural hair and minimize damage. How to stretch relaxed hair is something many of us have struggled with. If you compare traditional training to a messy hardware reorganization, then relax into stretch is an efficient software upgrade.
Tips on how to better care for your new growth between relaxers. I like to stretch my relaxer to 1012 weeks because it gives. Extending the amount of time between your relaxers for more than 8 weeks is known as stretching. So stretching your relaxer will minimize the effects. If you are selfrelaxing at home like i do, then look out for my diy relaxer post. Most relaxer home kits tell you which supplies youll need, and much of whats required comes right in the box. Helpful logs, effective tips, and much more to help you stay on track. In this video i give you 5 easy to follow tips to help avoid breakage. Tips for managing your hair when on a stretch rehairducation. The following publications contain the very best information on stretching and flexibility, and all have my personal endorsement regarding the quality of their content.
This musthave ebook is loaded with over 50 pages of clear, professionally designed, easytofollow, easytoremember stretching exercises and routines, including highly effective moves that should be done everyday. I relax my hair 3 times a year, roughly every 17 weeks. Mar 12, 2014 why you should always stretch your relaxers for healthier hair whenever i get a client that requests a relaxer, my first question to them is always when was the last time they got one. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Spasticity is very common, with 2 out of every 3 stroke survivors having some form of spasticity and muscle stiffness, according to the national stroke association. Whether youre a dancer, martial artist, gymnast, cheerleader, olympic weightlifter or just want to improve your flexibility for health reasons, youre welcome here. I thought it would help us if we could have a thread dedicated to lhcf relaxed info all in one place. A seamless wide tooth comb is great to have for obvious reason. The optimal amount of flexibility is different for everyone.
What not to do while stretching relaxers black hair styles. Chemical abuse is real and the effects can be permanent. Christmas, and birthdays in 20, my goal was to stop stretching past 4 months because of the breakage and general. Tips applicable to relaxer stretching and transitioning. Waiting too long between touchups can result in weakened, brittle hair stemming from overlapping. Many ladies who stretch their hair tend to wear extensions wigs, braids, weaves, etc when they are deep into their. According to a study published by the journal of american physical therapy association in 2012, tightness in these areas can also be caused by stress. Apr 25, 2008 i am currently at 19 weeks and have 11 more to go. Aug 25, 20 there are two things that are great about having shorter hair that will help you as you stretch your relaxers without heat. I am using boxed braids to accomplish this long stretch though. Ive been focusing on stretching for a while now but struggling to see any results in quite a few areas, namely hips, hammies, itbs etc. Stretching between relaxers has several advantages to the person who does it. When getting relaxers, its recommended that you wait at least twelve weeks between touchups.
Muscle relaxers stretching exercises, a good way to become relaxed. Relaxed hair regimen relaxed hair growth relaxed hair journey healthy relaxed hair healthy hair tips natural hair tips natural hair styles homemade hair treatments permed hairstyles. The relaxer run off effect is the eventual overprocessing of the length of your previously hair from exposure to relaxer during the process of rinsing relaxer from your new growth. Caution should be used when relaxing hair, because of the.
Styling short hair without heat while stretching your relaxers. Mar 11, 2019 and of course this was very unhealthy for my hair which goes to prove that ignorance is truly bliss sometimes. In this video i give you 5 easy to follow tips to help avoid breakage while relaxer stretching. How i manage my new growth during relaxer stretches hair, relaxed, relaxer stretching. Mothers day, christmas, and birthdays in 20, my goal was to stop stretching past 4 months because of the breakage and general havoc that i think it caused on my ends. Here are our tips on how to stretch your relaxers successfully without doing more.
Stretching your relaxer application time to 12 weeks is a suitable maximum length of time, but for the best health of a relaxed mane, you shouldnt wait any longer than that. Basically, if not done correctly, stretching your relaxers can have adverse reactions and cause breakage. You might also find some hair tips and updates every now and then. Why you should always stretch your relaxers for healthier hair whenever i get a client that requests a relaxer, my first question to them is always when was the last time they got one. Apr 06, 2016 even though i already did a thorough post and video on the subject of how to stretch your relaxer for 12 weeks or more, here are my top 5 most effective tactics to retaining length while on a relaxer stretch. I was wondering how i can stretch my relaxers without using heat. I texlaxed my last relaxer and will continue to do this as it makes my hair appear thicker. May 05, 2017 10 psoasreleasing stretches and strengthening exercises. Welcome to the first installment of your stretching tips. Jan 18, 2019 stretching should not include bouncing, it should be gentle, slow, and controlled if you want to receive most of the benefits. Stretching is a great way to alleviate the above mentioned issues.
Relaxer stretching can be tough when you are just starting out. Dont think you can stretch your relaxers past six weeks. Are you encouraged by your stylist to limit the use of chemicals by stretching out your relaxer applications. Why you should always stretch your relaxers for healthier. Oct 17, 2012 last year around june, i started relaxing every 3 months sept and dec and i was able to notice my hair growing. This young lady has been relaxer stretching for quite some time. Even though i already did a thorough post and video on the subject of how to stretch your relaxer for 12 weeks or more, here are my top 5 most effective tactics to retaining length while on a relaxer stretch. How to stretch your relaxer part 2 detailed healthy relaxed. If you hair is breaking due to stretching, then of course you are defeating its purpose. Everybody has been so used to getting their relaxed every 6 to 8 weeks, but i challenge you to stretch out that time.
Relaxer stretching learn some tips for how to manage your new growth on your relaxed hair while retaining length. Latoya jones blog is a professional hairstylists tips and advice on the proper hair care for relaxed and natural. Start slow it is highly unlikely that you will go from six. Over the years ive compiled a list of 10 tips that helps me to have successful. Stretching your relaxer will prove beneficial to your hairs health when done correctly. This blog post covers hair products for healthy relaxed hair. If that new pair of leather boots doesnt fit quite right or if your favorite pair of hiking boots have shrunk, there is no need to despair. Dos and dont for our girls who are wearing a relaxer you might be thinking about doing a little stretching. To help you relieve spasticity and contractures in the hand after stroke, this article will discuss everything you need to know.
If we stay focused and relaxed, our life is easier, that we all know, but what are the paths we take, is the question. Youll save precious time by having all the necessities nearby before you begin the process. I was super excited when i decided to stretch as far as i could but last week my hair started falling and hard to manage. One of the biggest reason many women suffer breakage from relaxers is when you or your stylist applies the chemical relaxer to your newgrowth and already relaxed strands. Jan 15, 2018 relaxer stretching can be good for your hair if its successful. Please excuse my shameless plug for my own publications, but hey. Try stretching your relaxers without one and you will quickly regret it.
We recommend static stretching for all the major muscle groups. Here are a few tips on how i increased the thickness in my hair. This type of stretching is called static stretching. Tight neck and shoulder muscles can develop from overuse or injury. Youre about to learn more about the cause of muscle stiffness after stroke along with various treatment options to muscle stiffness after stroke.
Taming those edges with no heat hair maintenance stretching relaxer this week will be by 8th week since ive relaxed. As a specialist publishing program, adobe indesign has always been the book designers software of choice when it comes to creating print books. How to relax curly hair without significant damage. Follow these tips for safe relaxer applications that straighten your hair without damaging it. We are talking about dry, brittle, breakage, thin and over processed hair. Miladys standard cosmetology textbook 2012, 1st ed. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The chief reason is that stretching gives a clear line of demarcation between the new growth and the relaxed part of the hair.
Relaxer stretching relaxed hair regimen, healthy relaxed. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading a morons guide to back pain. When i first started my hair journey stretching my relaxer for any length of time would send me into a frenzy because i was convinced that my hair was not capable of going great lengths of time. Lo6 describe how hydroxide relaxers straighten the hair. Stretching can be beneficial to ladies who relax their hair, however if you dont know what you are doing, it can do more harm than good. With relaxer stretching more does not always equal better. Share stretching tips, post your goals and progress, and anything else relevant to flexibilitymobility. Hair relaxers can be incredibly damaging to your hair, but if you decide to relax, this. While stretching tissues may take years, changes in the nervous system are immediate. Treating pain and spasms with hot or cold therapy can be extremely effective for a persistent spasm, apply an ice pack on the muscle for 15 to.
While the 1 hour mp3 audio presentation takes you beyond the basics and discusses little known stretching secrets that will revolutionize the way you think about stretching and flexibility with these uptodate, cuttingedge stretching and flexibility. Are you encouraged by your stylist to limit the use of chemicals by stretching. I can usually go to about 10 weeks on average before finally having to do something with my head. Indesign also has excellent capabilities for epub design, with options that will help you create both fixedlayout and reflowable ebooks skip to tip 3 below to find out more even though the current release of cc has been specifically tailored to. How to make stretching your relaxer a breeze madamenoire. Maximizing the amount of time between touchups can benefit many.
However, some ladies like to push the twelve week threshold. Short hair relaxer stretching long hair care forum. If you are one of these ladies, or perhaps considering trying a relaxer stretch for yourself, ive got some tips for you. Sep 11, 2016 10 tips to get through your relaxer stretch as im 16 weeks into my current relaxer stretch, i thought id share my tips for getting through it. I give you various hair care tips to help you during the process of stretching your very own relaxer. Many people say they have breakage when trying to stretch their relaxer. Relaxer stretching pushing past six weeks long relaxed hair. The more ng there is, the more one can see where the relaxer should be applied during the next touchup session. Preparing black hair for relaxing should commence a week before the relaxer date. Hair relaxer, otherwise known as hair straightener, is used on hair that is naturally curly or wavy in order to attain a straighter, sleeker look. Also, i think this will help our relaxed newbies ease into their own hair journeys. This can lead to curled fingers, tight joints, and a clenched fist.
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