How to Make Natural Kinky Hair Relax

Natural kinky hair can be quite difficult to manage because the curls are extremely tight, coiled and springy. Most people with naturally kinky hair want a no-hassle way to maintain it. The solution is a hair texturizer which can be used to loosen the kinky curls or straighten them out. As a result, natural kinky hair becomes relaxed and easier to style. A hair texturizer can be applied at home, and usually lasts a few months until new growth comes in.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Hair texturizer kit
• Comb
• Hair clips
• Towel
• Shower cap

1. Wash and condition your hair. Towel dry the hair to remove excess water.

2. Separate the hair into four sections with hair clips. Place a large towel over your shoulders to protect your skin.

3. Apply the hair texturizer with the applicator brush. Make sure to coat every strand. Once you're done applying the texturizer to one section, undo the clips and continue applying until all the hair is covered. Comb the texturizer through each strand if you want a straighter look.

4. Cover your hair with a shower cap, and wait until the texturizer has processed. Check the instructions on your kit to determine how long to leave the texturizer on.

5. Rinse off the texturizer with warm water. Towel dry your hair, then apply the neutralizer for the allotted time (usually 10 minutes). Thoroughly rinse off the neutralizer, and then style your hair as usual.

Tips & Warnings

• Apply a leave-in conditioner to your newly texturized hair every day. This chemical process has a tendency to dry out hair, so it must be moisturized often to prevent breakage.
• Don't apply the texturizer if you have any cuts on your scalp, as it can be very painful and irritating. Wait until your skin has healed before applying it.

References

• Hair Texturizer Usage Instructions