I am a little late with this update, but I still wanted to share my October texlax update with everyone. I briefly discussed the experience in my Relaxers Used for Texlax post. I am currently 5 weeks post and for the first time ever, I remembered to take pictures during the process. Yes, I know I normally forget pictures period. I am trying to do better. LOL!
The process:
- The week before texlaxing I normally do a protein treatment. However, this time around I did not get around to it. I only clarified with V05 clarifying shampoo.
- I based my scalp with Vitale Base Crème. I let it sit for a couple of hours before applying the relaxer.
- Before I got started, I covered my ends with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, EVOO. This prevents the over-processing of my previously texlaxed hair.
- I used a different relaxer this time around, TCB Regular. I mixed the TCB with EVOO and applied the relaxer mixture in fours sections. To texlax I do a combination of three methods: mix oil in the relaxer, reduce smoothing and reduce the time the relaxer is left on my hair. I thoroughly rinsed the relaxer out before moving to the next step.
- Next, the mid-step protein treatment using Motions CPR Treatment. This was a brand spanking new jar and you can see from the pic how much I had left. LOL! I let the conditioner sit for 15 mins before rinsing.
- My neutralizing process is the longest part of the entire process. I neutralize a total of four times. The first time, I used the Mizani Phormula-7. I work that into a lather and let it sit on my hair for 10 mins. Rinse and repeat with the same shampoo. Next, I mix ½ C of vinegar with water and pour that on my hair. I let it sit for 5 mins before rinsing. Last, I shampoo with the Isoplus neutralizing shampoo because it has a color signal. I know after the vinegar mixture I should be fine, but I rather be safe.
- I applied the Porosity Control and left that on for 1 min before rinsing.
- This is where an extra step came in. I decided not to deep condition on texlaxer day as usual. The plan was to color my hair but I didn’t get around to it. I did a quick DC while in the shower using the Vidal Sasson conditioner (review to come).
- The next day I did a full DC using Aubrey’s Organic Honeysuckle Rose conditioner mixed with raw honey, and hemp oil. I left the mixture on for a few hours and rinsed it.
- I air dried my hair and applied my leave-ins before blow-drying and flat ironing.
The products mentioned:
The hair pictures:
Outcome:
If you read my post about relaxers I have used to texlax, you will know I was not happy with the outcome. Hence the mention of a corrective texlax. My hair felt a bit rough and underprocessed. Texlaxing is under-processing the hair, but this was a different type that just doesn’t feel right. I have steamed, DC, moisturized, and anything else I could think of to rid myself of the roughness. However, it is still there. Cherrelle is not at all happy right now. I think I heard her say a few bad words. At this point, I think my only option is to do a corrective with my Mizani. No more TCB relaxers for me.

I do plan on texlaxing again on December 28th at 12 weeks post. However, it may come sooner as a corrective texlax. My game plan is to start texturizing next year using Linage Texturizer. I want to get some of my curls back. The thought of going natural again has crossed my mind a few times, but I do not think I can handle WHIP Length natural hair. So, I will try out texturizing and see how that works. If it does not, I have two containers of Mizani on stand by and I will use them.
I know this post is long and picture-heavy. I hope you don’t mind.
Ok..I am texlaxed as well. Thanks for responding….I will stick with the original butter blends then. Mizani for life! LOL
I feel like we should be throwing up Mizani gang signs. LOL Yes, definitely don’t use the new one.
Hi There…Have you tried the new Mizani relaxer? (HG something I think)….I only use Mizani and am due (16 weeks) for a relaxer at the end of Dec…..
No, that one is supposed to straighten better and that’s not what I want. I think it will work great if you want your hair bone straight. Since I texlax, I need to stick to the original and the butter blends. I love Mizani!
Thanks!
I want to texlax my hair but I dont want to completly loose the curl. A loose curl and (or no) waves is okay, but I don’t want it just wavy. If I texlax will I loose my curl completely? Are there any tricks to keep my curls??
I would start off with a texturizer and see if you like the results of that. Mixing a relaxer to texlax is an art. LOL If you don’t mix it just right you will have waves. So I say start with the texturizer of the just for me texture softener. I’m going to try Linage texturizer at the beginning of the year b/c I want some curls back.
Your hair is so gorgeous, Tiki. I know it takes a lot of time and energy to go through your texlaxing process! I am thinking of adding hemp oil to my regimen too. I need all the ceramides I can get!
Thanks so much! It is but for some reason I don’t think I would know what to do if it was shorter. LOL Anywho, hemp oil is my boo. I love it and it goes in ALL of my DCs
Adorable!!!!!!! I have that roughness from my recent relaxer. Traced it not chelating; when I do chelate I hope it vanishes!
I hope it vanishes for you too. I know how nerve racking it can be. I wish chelating was my quick fix. The Mizani shampoo chelates and neutralizes. 🙁
I replied to you but I’m not sure what happened to it. I wish mine was as simple as chelating but I know it’s not b/c the Mizani shampoo neutralizes and chelates. Hope it works out for you:)
WOW..BEAUTIFUL HAIR
Thank you! 🙂