Relaxer and exercise? Need advice
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Topic: Relaxer and exercise? Need advice
Posted By: Deelite
Subject: Relaxer and exercise? Need advice
Date Posted: October 21 2006 at 5:20pm
I exercise regularly (3 to 4 times a week) and I have a short relaxed hairdo that I love and would like to keep. I don't know how to care for my hair and keep up my exercise regimen. My hair reverts quickly because of the sweat and it cannot withstand airdrying (the texture gets too rough).  Any advice on techniques, tricks, products? I've tried natural do's and I don't like it (too much effort to maintain, don't like the styles...) For you sisters out there who believe in working out, what do you do?
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Posted By: cmesweet
Date Posted: October 21 2006 at 7:31pm
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Maybe someone can help you. When I was relaxed I worked out alot but I didn't care if my hair stayed straight or not, because I would rinse it after I was done working out. Maybe someone can assist you with this though, since you want to maintain the straight look. ------------- Natural BC May 9, 2004 |
Posted By: Carlie
Date Posted: October 23 2006 at 10:19pm
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This worked for me when I was relaxed and wanted to keep a straight style:
-Wrap Hair
- Secure wrap w. a satin scarf
- Work Out
- Do not remove scarf until scalp/hair is completely dry. ------------- http://members.fotki.com/HairGrower/about/ - Check out my hair! 
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Posted By: Deelite
Date Posted: October 26 2006 at 7:00pm
| Thanks for the advice, Carlie. I'll try that on my next workout to see if it works. How long does it usually take for your hair to dry under the scarf? |
Posted By: crimsonvixen19
Date Posted: October 30 2006 at 12:34pm
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This is the same method that I use when working out. For me it usually takes about 2 1/2 hours, do not comb down before it's dry though. Your hair will be a frizzy wet mess! |
Posted By: Claudie
Date Posted: October 31 2006 at 10:12pm
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I agree with what everyone stated. ------------- |
Posted By: Carlie
Date Posted: November 03 2006 at 10:14am
YW. It doesn't take that long as it evaporates while I'm doing other things.  ------------- http://members.fotki.com/HairGrower/about/ - Check out my hair!
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Deelite wrote:Posted By: Deelite
Date Posted: November 06 2006 at 8:15pm
I tried it. It actually works! Of course, it's not quite as smooth but it's acceptable. Thanks again
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