It's time for a relaxer update! I'm so happy with my stretch and the fact that it went a lot easier than past stretches. We used the Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Relaxer (in the kit, regular strength), and it went smoothly. My scalp and my hair both feel great. Here is where my hair is now: …

I got my relaxer touch up last week (after another four-month stretch) and am very happy with the results! Here is my length check pic (after cutting off some split ends this morning): 

My thumb in the picture marks my goal by my next relaxer (scheduled for late January 2013/early…

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I am currently stretching my relaxer again - I am eleven weeks-post relaxer. I've never actually stretched my relaxer past 12 weeks (to the best of my knowledge), but I may do it this time.

The hardest thing about stretching a relaxer (especially in the summer time) is styling while simultaneously nourishing my tresses. If I want to keep pulling off a sleek, straight look, it is very much possible (and I have some thick, tight curls for roots), but I know that to achieve that look at…