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Texlax Process Part IV: Aftercare

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Part IV of the texlax process, aftercare. In Part I, I discussed moisturizing treatments. Part II, I discussed protein treatments the week prior to your texlax or relaxer. Part III was the application of the texlaxer and the process from start to finish. In the event you missed any of the posts, each topic is linked. Aftercare is series of steps that occur immediately following the texlax through the first week.

Texlax Aftercare

Listed below are the, no frills – no fluff, steps of caring for your hair the week after a texlax or relaxer:

  1. Approximately 2-3 days after I texlax, I shampoo my hair with my chelating and clarifying shampoos. This is a necessary step if you are using a no-lye relaxer, as it can leave mineral deposits that cause breakage.
  2. One week after the texlaxer is the time to apply a heavy protein treatment…needed if you skipped the protein treatment prior to the chemical process. If you used a heavy protein as suggested in Part II, you can move to use a normal protein-based deep conditioner. Additionally, if you are protein sensitive, I would suggest a henna treatment in place of a protein deep conditioner or heavy treatment. A henna treatment will rebuild strength without the issues associated with a protein treatment.
  3. During the week after a texlax, I apply extra moisture to my hair because the chemical process can cause excessive dryness. I prefer to be proactive than reactive. The week after a texlax is the time that you want to work on your moisture/protein balance.
  4. If you experience any scalp irritation, baby your scalp using oils and aloe vera based products. During this time, avoid products or oils (tea tree or peppermint) that will irritate or cause any tingling to the scalp.

My Texlax Aftercare Routine

Let me give you a view of my week post texlax:

  • Texlax day- deep condition overnight with my moisturizing DC mixture
  • Day 1 – Rinse out the conditioner and co-wash with another moisturizing conditioner
  • Day 2 – Co-wash with a moisturizing conditioner (I normally change it up just because…)
  • Day 3 – Shampoo with Mizani Chelating Shampoo and Clarify with Suave and condition in the shower with a moisturizing conditioner. * I currently use a lye relaxer, but I still like to do this step*
  • Days 4 – 6 – Co-wash depending on my mood. Moisturize heavily and baggy each night.
  • Day 7 – Henna (My hair is protein sensitive)

After the first week is completed, I return to business as usual. I hope my series has been helpful. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Thanks for reading and do not forget to subscribe for more hair care and texlax tips.

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  1. Alecia says

    March 14, 2018 at 1:34 PM

    I have just tel axed my hair and didn’t know what to do next. I found your blog and am glad I know what steps to take next thanks I did subscribe to your site thanks again

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  2. Reems says

    August 31, 2017 at 7:12 PM

    Hi

    Thanks for your great explanation of texlaxing process! I understand this is an old post but I was hoping you could answer a few questions.

    1. I understand Ouidad and Christo’s of New York have what they call the curl softening treatment – which other curly girls say is basically texlax with a lot of conditioner mixed in, giving better results. Have you ever tried anything like that? If so, what is your personal opinion of it?
    2. What would you say the texture change was in your hair? Like let’s say did you go from a 4A to 3A curly head?
    3. Does the no-poo method work on texlaxed hair? I am especially interested in the egg yolk wash method, I.e skipping the egg whites.
    4. Last but not the least, have you ever considered Keratin treatment for the same results?

    Looking forward to your answers! Once again, wonderful blog!

    Reply
  3. Michelle Gray says

    June 14, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    Your hair is beautiful! I was natural for almost 3 years and texlaxed on Friday night, 06/15/15. I just found your website yesterday:) Hence, I missed out on your day 2 & 3 step after care. Should I jump in today and start with step 3? I had roller set my hair after conditioning the day of texlaxing. How do you wear your hair the week of if baggying often-bun? I had permed hair which broke off due to a stylist giving me a brazillian treatment stating it had no chemical, but obviously it did. I had such beautiful hair prior. So i went natural but up until Friday night it was just to much work, my hair was always dry etc. and I personally did not like the look on me. Texlaxing is new to me and I want to achieve as much growth as possible and will be following your tips. Thank You!!

    Reply
    • Tiki says

      June 14, 2015 at 12:54 PM

      Hi Michelle,

      The week after texlaxing I normally bun, wear wigs, or two braids. Which makes baggying easy for me. I don’t flat iron or style my hair until the week after. I try to make sure I get my moisture/protein balance right before I so anything else to my hair. I also love overnight deep conditioning.

      Reply
  4. ronnita says

    June 27, 2014 at 5:01 PM

    Love the step process so informative….

    Reply
    • Tiki says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:28 PM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. Krummygirl says

    June 27, 2014 at 4:10 AM

    What I like about ur series is the fact that u added an after texlax care regime. Most blogs I’ve read stop after the styling step on texlax day. Thanks for the post.

    Reply
    • Tiki says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:30 PM

      Thank you! I thought it was important to share what I do b/c I don’t just go back to my normal schedule. I have a few things I include and recommend to prevent damage.

      Reply
  6. Cherese says

    February 22, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    Wow, your hair looks beautiful! Glad to see that your dedication to maintain your healthy hair is paying off. Thanks for sharing your helpful haircare tips!
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    • Tiki says

      February 22, 2014 at 6:01 PM

      Thanks so much. It’s a labor of love. hehe

      Reply

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