Absolute queen. I can't express how much the whole relaxed community learns from you and values you! Off to buy everything you mentioned - officially moving from ORS to Affirm too :)
Ahhhh you are the sweetest🙏🏾🥺 thank you so much for your kind words. Helping and serving my Hairlistas is def a passion!! Affirm is that girl💜 Hope you like it, too.
You were going to switch from ORS to Affirm - wow, now THIS is what you call influence! I was actually thinking of going from Affirm to ORS not because I don't absolutely love Affirm, but because I didn't think I was going to be able to find a new hairstylist that has high standards AND who uses Affirm. For those reasons, I was thinking of doing it on my own (ugh) with no sister to help me (boo) and with ORS because it works so well for Hairlicious. Thankfully, I found a great stylist who loves Affirm so much she's relaxed her own hair with it for 20+ years (like me!). I love Affirm and thrilled to see Hairlicious using it now, too (yay!).
Hi, I was just wondering..in another video you mentioned you went back to ORS, which video is current as of October 2023. Are you relaxing with ORS or Affirm. I'm thinking about switching my relaxer. Thank you 😊
Val, I am so appreciative of what you do. You have shown, through your channel and technique, that with a little TLC, anyone can have beautiful, healthy hair, no matter what the texture (not saying that only straight hair is beautiful). You give me hope, and I’m over 50!! Thank you so very much. 🌺
Whew 🥺 you truly made my heart smile with this comment. I really appreciate your kind words, you have no idea. Im honoured to be an inspiration because I know where I used to be and it was definitely a struggle. It took work but healthy hair is definitely possible!!!! Thank you so much for watching💕
Whoa! Your hair is beautiful, healthy, and just sooooo pretty 😍 💗 My hair broke off due to the neglect. Our mom was very ill, and I wasn't keeping up with my moisture. Then, she transitioned January 15 🥹😢 I'm doing my best to keep up, just missing her dearly. Once again, your hair is Beautiful. Have a wonderful day God-Bless you 🙏🏽🪷♥️🪷
Hey Sapphire! Thank you so so much. I’m deeply sorry to hear about your loss. Hair is definitely not a priority when you’re going through something so devastating. I pray God will give you comfort and strength to push through🙏🏾 Give yourself time and grace. Your hair will be just fine!
Struggling. I'm 8 weeks post. Trying to stretch. My hair gets matted when I wash it. It gets long but it won't get thick. I got frustrated yesterday and cut off 4 inches. I keep my hair up. I wear it out once a week. However, the ends were turning a goldish brown color. I'm so frustrated. My hubby got mad I cut it. It's so good to see you. Thanks for sharing. ❤ 💫💫💫💫💫
You hair has grown a lot ❤ I'm glad you mentioned the Positive Link, some people do the steps wrong causing clients' hair to shed badly. I retouched my hair last weekend and it turned out good.
Hey Judy!! Thanks girlie, I’m here for the growth💕 Yes, positive link is right after the relaxer. Super important to do the steps in order to achieve the best results. Happy relaxer day to you!!
Yessss! I'm relaxed and rockin a pixie cut. I went back to the creamy crack last year after 9 years natural. Now I'm highly considering growing out of the pixie to see how far I can take it in a healthy way. I'm here for all the tips and advice you have to give 😊❤
@vincentmyers8017 hands down relaxed! Don't need 300 different products at $15 -$20 each, my hair is always styled with little effort, and haircare is super simple and fast👍🏾
I am currently planning to get a relaxer, this Fri April 28, which will be 13 weeks post relaxer! Your videos helped save my hair, you are an answered prayer 🙏🏾! I never knew that I could maintain my hair health even though stretching my relaxers! But it is working and I'm learning my hair (what it needs) more and more 😊
Just came here to refresh my mind for the routine. I moved house in a negative way last year and haven’t been treating my hair the best which has resulted in breakage which is annoying as since I started following you my hair thickened up, my broken pieces at the front caught back up and it was lush. The front pieces broke back off and my hair has thinned so I’m back to this routine and the products my hair loves it. I trimmed my ends and we’re back taking care of my hair and myself. Thank you 🩷
Hi Hairlicious.. I simply love watching your hair videos.. I am currently approaching 5 months post relaxer, my profile pic was taken this January after using my new Dyson corrale to do a silk press … which I don’t do this very often as I attend a steam and sauna rooms weekly.. I must admit that for myself using the sonic Dyson hairdryer when I wash my hair helps to seal in moisture, rather than letting my hair air dry… 🤷🏽♀️ I did 100% steal your sectioning the hair idea during relaxers, and the conditioning before neutralising, I will never change back soo thanks for that … i am naturally grey and approaching my mid 50’s so keeping my hair hydrated is important .. I do use keracare /olaplex/Philip Kingsley/ & Moroccan oil products.. Thank you for sharing all your hints and tips… your beautiful hair increases the glow from your beautiful face .. ❤
Relaxer day is really on point, will give this relaxer a try and love the final results sweetheart. We are blessed to have all in one vlog 😊happy Sunday sweetheart
This video came at the PERFECT time! I’m 18weeks post and doing it this Friday! I always refer back to that OG video of yours. I also did your healthy scalp challenge and did a video on it. I haven’t self relaxed in over a year. I’ve been going to a stylist that I trust but it’s just too expensive right now, and I’ve had amazing results doing it myself as well, I just liked NOT doing it 😆 Anyways…it’s so good to see these different products that you used. And I get what you mean about going to a Super Cuts or whatever to get your trim cuz girl…these stylist out here going for blood!!! Thank you for updating us on your journey. Your hair is beautiful as always! I think I’m finally catching up to you!!!! Took years 😆 but aye…we here! Lots of love from Dani @Naturally Relaxed
Hey Dani! Hope you had a great relaxer day🤗 Gotta check out your Healthy Scalp Challenge video, I appreciate you joining and for your support over the years!! Girl, I was so impressed with Great Clips, def going back - zero stress, no problems!! They understood assignment😂
Haven't permed my hair for a minute and don't plan to at the moment (10+ yrs natural). However, would love to say that I really enjoy your content. The patience and care you give your hair. You also research and share information which is great for those looking to perm their hair themselves. Keep up the great work as I look forward to watching and learning more from you. Happy growing💪🏽💛
Hey Lexa! I’m so grateful that you are enjoying my content and that it transcends over into the natural hair world. Your loyalty and kind words means so much!! Truly happy to inspire and serve my healthy hair community any way I can. Thank you for watching and for the continuous support🥹🙏🏾
I just found your videos and I love all of the information. I’m finally all natural after 2 years of transitioning and trimming my hair. I’m so ready for a relaxer. My hair is 4c and is more work than when I was relaxed. I’m not knocking natural it’s just not for me and my job. I sweat horribly in my hair unless I keep it braided. I just like the manageability of it. I pray that I have success with my next relaxer.
😍😍 I have always loved your hair! I switch to affirm just a few months ago for the first time and .....WOW I am never going back to anything else! It's like the gold standard in relaxers. Appreciate your content as so many has expressed it helps me to stay on top of my game even since hair forum days!! 💯💕🌸
Girl, is a relaxer day and all your videos motivate me and give me courage and relaxer day had never been that easy. Think tou for educating us. Be bless ❤❤
Love the hair! Im 2 weeks post relaxer!!! On my third journey at this point!!! Ive been relaxed, then natural and now relaxed again! So i guess technically its all the same journey but different stages of it!!! Thats the beauty of the journey u can define it your way! Anywho, love the hair! And the video!
I just love your relaxer tutorial!!! I used that relaxer before, and it made my hair so dry around my 10 week relaxer time. I switched to the Affirm Mild Fiberguard Relaxer, and I haven't had any problems since I switched.
Did you also use the shampoo and conditioner from the same brand? I'm thinking about switching to affirm . I'm not sure if I should use the one u used or the normal one because I have a sensitive scalp.
Finding a good stylist can be so hard. You relax and wash your hair with your sister and on your own, and the one thing you need a stylist for (the trim) isn't done satisfactorily. Glad you found Great Clips and that they worked for you. I recently switched hairstylists because the guy wasn't listening and was quite abusive...but loved my money and wanted me to use his products and come back more often. Buh-bye! I thankfully found someone else.
i’ve never been this early before! watching this while i’m deep conditioning lol,, Okay i was tired of how my hair was being treated in the salon so i followed this routine today relaxing at 12 weeks post, only difference is that i used the mild version of affirm and mixed a few oils into it,,my hair turned out soooo well !! your tips are literally a godsend i don’t think i’ll ever go back to the salon 🙈
Hi Val, it's Nikki again😊! You have helped me with my hair sooooo much! Last year, I had a huge bald spot from over processing and too much protein! I had a super short pixie, and my hair is just above shoulder length now! Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge with us relaxer girlies! I don't know what I would have done without you! I will try to share some pictures at some point so you can see how my hair looks. Love you lots and again, thank you so much!!❤🥰
27:17 I recently found a stylist in my area who did my hair EXACTLY how I wanted and I could not complain about anything even if I wanted to. She made me stand to trim my hair too
Oooh!! I’ve been waiting for this Hairlicious!! I used Silk Relaxer at Sally’s and don’t like it too well! I thought about Affirm but could only get it on line and I needed my relaxer ASAP 😂 Since the law suites I was scared, waited too long and my hair was a mess! Thank you 👻 🙏🏽 😊❤
Loved it thank you ❤ I recently started to care for my hair at home, and it was the best decision ever😃 I have been learning so much from videos like this. Your a hair look amazing 🤩 again thank you.
Aww thank you Marie!! Thank you so much for watching. Yes, there’s nothing like caring for your hair at home if you’re able to do it. Your hair will thank you for it time and time again💕🫶🏾
Your hair is an inspiration to me that's why I have started relaxing with ORS relaxer I have the same hair type like yours. But I don't understand why you have now switch to Affirm.
Congratulations... I found out I was pregnant last February right after I relaxed and I stretched until a month after I gave birth and I had about 6 inches of new growth I was very pleased when I relaxed.
Hey Beautiful, I've been natural for about 10 years now however, I still love watching your videos just in case I decide to get back on the creamy crack, lol. BTW, your mane is simply gorgeous 🥰😍🥰.
Your hair looks great, I can’t wait until my hair gets this long again. I’m 4 weeks post, heading for 18 weeks post so that I can have a fresh relaxer for my bday in Aug.
I too stretch out my relaxers for 14 weeks, the pampering we give to our Manes clearly shows the appreciation, my hair is bra strap length as well and you can see the Healthiness in it!!
@@HairliciousInc I hope you know the difference the difference you are making in so many peoples lives is no small feat. Thank you for sharing yourself with us in such a loving way. It’s inspiring. No matter what you do, just know we are all truly grateful to be a part of the journey ❤️
@@HairliciousInc I remember when you were moving away from ORS because of the ingredients. Looks like Affirm is checking all of the boxes. Definitely going to look into the system. 👏🏾👏🏾🎉
Thank you so much for showing us everything! Ive been following your advice since ive been relaxed and im so excited to implement these new things (Affirm and new protein treatment) ❤️
Q: How often do you trim your hair? I usually wait until relaxer day. Hi! After watching some of your vids from 2020 I’m gonna start using affirm as something new! I’ve been using gentle treatment no lye since 2009 (since I was 8 yrs old) and for the past 5-6 years I noticed thT my hair isnt taking it the perm anymore 😢 especially due to stress since 2015. I usually wait 3 to 3.5 months but I think I’m going to wait 3 months and 1 week like you did. My hair is so dry (naturally too lol) and naturally grows fast too. I currently use ORS exotic oil and it made my hair grow so fast; my hair actually loves the oil. But yeah I’ve been eating healthier and try not to stress myself out so hopefully this new journey to try out this relaxer will be a positive game changer! My next perm is this August! I’m glad I found your channel ❤🙏🏾
Girl, when I saw your hair after you flat ironed it, I was like “she doesn’t need a trim, those ends are healthy”. But I guess that is exactly why your hair is in way better condition than mine 😂😂😂. Excellent, informative video as usual. Thank you ❤
Please is the silicone mix a moisture conditioner? My hair is one part when you divide your hair in 4 places 😂. When you neutralised your glasses, I said to myself this girl doesn't play with her hair 😂, please keep it up, you always give me a reason to keep pushing. I wish I could afford the affirm line but more importantly and obviously consistency and dedication is key. Thank you.
Joico Kpak reconstruction conditioner is the GOAT. My trichologist got me onto that 10 years ago and although I have others that stays in my rotation. The stylist's inability to listen when trimming is frustrating especially if it is just a maintenance and there is no breakage per se. Also my hair doesn't grow straight as every follicle is in its own cycle and I don't want a "blunt" cut as it never lasts and only costs me inches for no reason.
I went to Supercuts for the first time ever b/c the my girl who usually trims my hair wasn't available. I was so over my horrible split ends I was desperate. She did a good job. She actually cut less than I wanted but told me to come back in 6-8 weeks b/c she didn't want to cut too much at one time (I have between shoulder length and bra strap length hair) I'm really trying to take better care of my hair. Now I relax no less than every 12 weeks, do hot oil treatments and deep condition every week. And I'm going to keep up with trimming regularly.
Hi Val. Do you feel comfortble to say why did you stop using ORS lye relaxer? I used ORS and continuing to learn on your channel. I researched and in the country where I am now, Avlon relaxer is based on guanidine, and the ORS that I had used in Canada was based on sodium (if I'm not mistaken). Please, is the avalon you are using guanidine based? And was your old ORS also sodium-based? I ask just to be ok in case I decide to change. I was looking at your vlog with studies about relaxer and I think there are important reasons to consider switching products. Thank you for the video and special tips💖💖!
Beautiful results! I love Affirm...next time I relax I want to try out their gentle assurance scalp protector because I have been getting scalp irritation lately
She said that she was looking for a higher quality relaxer. I also think there is a video she did in response to the relaxer lawsuits that made her consider making the switch to Affirm.
I’m not changing from the product from the last video they work great… When I don’t feel like doing my own relaxer I got see my hairdresser I like ORS it was kinda of hard to find recently but I got it 🎉
I am transitioning from natural to relax. My dermatologist told me Affirm relaxer is the go-to perm. Thank you for this video I will be transitioning next. I like the Argan silicon mix
Affirm is quality, sis! I had to revisit this relaxer and now I’m sold as to why it’s so good. Thank you so much for watching💕 Wishing you all the best on your relaxed hair journey!
Hey Val! First off, thank you. My hair is what it was today in large part because of you. I'm thinking of doing the Affirm switch but I have a question. For step 3, I've noticed there's 2. There's a 5 in 1 reconstructor or a step 3 positive link conditioner. I noticed you use the positive link, but I'm just wondering did your distributor mention anything about the reconstructor vs. the positive link? Or when to use which? I just have some confusion there. Thank you!!!!💕💕
Hi Val!!!!! Your videos has caused my hair to thrive sooooo much!!!❤😊 Could you tell me what you did to regain the thickness on your ends? I am noticing some thinning as well.
I’m almost 5 months post relaxer. My hair used to be thick and long, but due to pcos I’ve had so much fall out 😔 my hair is still long, but now thin and I’m debating if I should transition or just wait for my hormones to act right. I love my natural hair and I love my hair relaxed. It’s definitely more convenient for me. Thank you so much for your videos 🥰
Hi Hairlicious inc 👋🤗. Do you like affirm relaxer better than ors? Or both equally? I was wondering if ors use better/safer ingredients in the near future if you'd go back to using their products again? (If you still end up with superb results like before.)I think they will eventually switch up. They be watching reviews and see comments lol
I use affirm 👀 ☕️. I like it cause it don’t have the burning of my scalp. It relaxed my natural hair back beautifully ❤. I used to love ORS & motions prior to my natural days. Now I like Affirm, I order off Amazon and I love it comes with multiple tubs of the cream and bottle of activator that last longer so until your next relaxer due. I relax very less though, like once a year because I give my hair time to grow under my wigs.
@@Fourwindsofsuccess Thanks., I used motions mild relaxer back in the day, left my hair silky and full. I had my eyes on syntonics botanical relaxer, it's made by the same company as affirm.
Hello, Thank you for all the tips. How can I purchase affirm relaxer if I am not a hair stylist? How can I be sure that the product they sell on amazon or Walmart is not a fake product?
I saw this video at the perfect time. Thank you for sharing. Please I’d like to know why you chose not to use the Keracare humecto deep conditioner. Also, if you could pick only one or two deep conditioner which would they be pls?
Hi Val, you and your hair are beautiful. I go to my local Great Clips as well, no complaints, always good service. Can you please tell me what oil you used to promote hair growth and fullness? Thank you ❤
Thank you for this video, I want to start doing my own hair and this is a great guide. Where do you get all your products , the relaxer as well . Thank you 🙏🏾
Love your channel. Question I notice that your sister mainly helps you to apply your relaxer. Have you every done one without assistance or do you thinks it’s more efficient with help?
I may have missed it through the video, but from the time you start putting the relaxer to when you stop, how many minutes do you do it for? Basically application plus processing time. Your hair is so beautiful and I’m getting more inspired to grow my hair healthy and relaxed.
@@HairliciousInc Thank you so much. I was livings in Ottawa for the past 16 years and was able to get the Affirm relaxer easily, but since I moved to Alberta I was told that they don’t carry it anywhere here…I had to switch to Motions 🫤
