Is sodium hydroxide a relaxer?

A – Sodium hydroxide (lye) relaxer – used to straighten tightly curled hair. This type of relaxer is alkaline in pH (11.5 to 14), which forces the cuticle to open so that the relaxer can penetrate in the cortex layer of the hair. Once there, the sodium hydroxide breaks down the cross bonds (sulfur and hydrogen).

Which is better lye or no lye relaxer?

Based off of the pro’s and con’s all in all, if you have sensitive skin No-Lye based relaxer is the right product for you. Although, if you do not suffer from sensitive skin or are not as easily burned, your stylist would most likely recommend Lye based relaxer because of the many benefits it offers your hair.

Which hair relaxer is the best?

Best Overall: Dark and Lovely Moisturizing No-Lye Relaxer with Shea Butter. The results are consistent and the formula claims to protect the five signs of healthy hair: moisture, shine, strength, softness, and body.

What is a calcium hydroxide relaxer?

No-lye relaxers, aka calcium hydroxide relaxers, are designed for sensitive scalps and can also be used on curly, coily or wavy textures. They are, however, actually harsher to the hair than lye relaxers and can dry the hair out. Mild is good for fine, color-treated or damaged hair. Regular strength is for normal hair.

Are kid relaxers better?

Kiddie relaxers are thought to be a more gentle way to achieve relaxed hair on fragile youth tresses. Despite the smiling, healthy-haired children on the box, these products are generally just as harsh as adult relaxers and can lead to hair damage, though they may be labeled softeners or silkeners.

What is the best relaxer for virgin hair?

Relaxers for virgin hair should contain less strong chemicals.

• Olive Oil Built-in Protection No-Lye Relaxer System.
• Mizani Butter Blend Relaxer System.
• PHYTO SPECIFIC Beauty PhytoRelaxer.
• SoftSheen-Carson Optimum Care Salon Collection.
• Motions Silkening Shine Relaxer System.
• Creme of Nature Advanced Straightening Relaxer.