How To Prep For A Relaxer | Dominique of Style Domination

Want the best possible relaxer? Watch this video and learn what you need to do to protect your hair and maximize the relaxer process!

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Now Solutions Deodorized (unscented) Coconut Oil:
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Thanks for watching!

Dominique

[brandylicious]

It's crazy how we have all these do's and don'ts and restrictions, but they're definitely worth it for GOOD results! Thanks for the tips.

[moonandstarsatnight]

Your voice is so soothing. Plus, your videos are great too. ❤

[simplyme]

Prep BEFORE relaxer... who knew. Thanks!

[lpgilber]

Your voice sounds great along with your points. I agree with the dirty hair. A hairdresser once told my mom the same thing, so I live by that. I also love that top, It is so unique!

[trumpgirl]

Love love love your gorgeous it looks very nice on you especially with your hair down. As I have not been burned since probably the early to mid 90s when I had different hairstylists and didn't realize how dangerous scalp burns can be, I have since found not only a top notch hair specialist who applies my relaxers well but I am faithful about applying BASE to the scalp. You know It's the petroleum like scalp protector applied prior to relaxers to the scalp as a protectant. I haven't heard you mention it but as opposed to having my scalp based at the salon just prior to the relaxer, most times I apply base to my own hair the night before the salon appt. and sleep overnight in it.

I simply section my hair into 4 sections and clip them up. I gently part each section from a clipped section row by row with the end of a rat tail comp and with my finger, I dip into the base and wipe it on the parted scalp section like grease. After each section is completed, I twist it into a knot with a bobby pin. So i end up with 4 bobby pinned knots and cover with several satin scarves and satin bonnet and go to sleep. In the morning before I leave out, I put some type of half way presentable cap or hat on over my layered head covering that I slept in and head to the salon. When I get to the salon, I only have them base my perimeter (hairline of back of head, ears, and front) because that would be too messy on my pillow if I based my hairline. My stylist simply undoes each bobby pinned section and does her thing. I never combed my hair while basing but only parted with the end of the rat tail comb. So really there are no major tangles for her to contend with. I feel sleeping in that base overnight extra protects my scalp because it;s on for long, It works for me. Scalp base is important.

[RoxannaRenea]

Great Video I also use the coconut oil on my ends before it's relaxed!

[kalishajnz]

I think my scalp is made of iron because I can scratch it (not roughly) and wash it the day before a relaxer and I never get burns, lol. Great tips!! :)

[annekiarie]

I have relaxed but awfully damaged hair. I've been making all the mistakes that you've warned about! Because of this video I now know how to take care of my hair. Am in Nairobi Kenya.

[tiffanygethers]

definitely gonna remember this for my next relaxer because I'm prone to burning

[goldetango]

THIS WAS AN AMAZING VIDEO🙏. Thank you so much for your awesome tips 👍✨🔥

[Jumieanne]

I enjoy this video, love that top of yours! I hope you are feeling better ❤️😘

[HollyWood-pmxq]

Thank you so much for such great tips. I will keep these tips in mind when I get my hair relaxed the next time.

[sherinemcpherson]

Great tips Dominique u get straight to the points. I wish I have a hairstylist like u have. Here in Jamaica I can Hardly find any good ones there not professionals.

[janelnielsen]

Also love your tips and help with relaxed hair.

[graceenglert]

Your great lady....you talk so nice and clear, I admire you. Thank you so much for the tips

[dwen]

Great tips. Do you think you can do a video at the salon for a relaxer day?

[lyndaauwi]

Love your videos. I've learned so much from you. Thank you.

[cynthia]

Hey beauty, if I relax my hair for the first time (I have 4a to 4c hair) and dont wash it for a week, I need to put in leave in conditioner or maybe some oil. Is this recommendet or the hair needs to be free from any product?
Thanks xoxo

[deidred]

I enjoyed the video, thanks for sharing😊

[calisahardy]

All great tips! I also lesson or avoid large amounts of caffeine at least a day or two before my relaxer. Really helps me.