What it is:A revolutionary, gentle, hydroxide-free relaxing treatment.What it does:Relax delicate and fine hair safely and effectively without the use of harsh chemicals. The egg- and soy-based formula is odorless and does not contain lye.This set contains:- 0.33 oz Pre-Care Balm- 7.60 oz Straightening Cream- 2.02 oz Index Inductor 1- 4.22 oz Neutralizing and Cleansing Emulsion- 2.53 oz Milky RestructurerWhat it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- PhthalatesWhat else you need to know:This formula does not contain sodium, potassium, or ithium hydroxides or thioglycolic acid with derivatives.

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Questions & Answers for Phyto PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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When can I wash my hair after this treatment?

asked 2 years, 8 months ago

Anonymous

(Boston, MA)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

I only waited 2 days of not washing before and I waited 2 days after to wash. With any straightener I've tried (Japanese and Keratin) you wait 2 days, so that is what I did and I love my results. Definitely use a sulfate-free shampoo though if you want your results to last.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

reginar

(Tampa, FL)

answer 2

The box warns you to not wash your hair three days before application and then to "style as normal" after use with no comment as to washing. I waited only 36 hours after my last wash to apply (I was too excited), but I observed the traditional 3 days of no washing that I've had to comply with when I get my hair straightened at a salon. I would dry shampoo, blowdry and/or straighten it for those three days to get rid of oil.

My results were satisfactory, and I will wait another 3 days to wash when I plan to re-apply on new growth.

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

Beth83

(Berkeley, CA)

answer 3

a week later

answered 2 years, 8 months ago

Anonymous

(Philadelphia, PA)

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Phytorelaxer on Caucasian hair?

I have pretty curly hair (its little waves technically, but they definitely look like curls) and its pretty thick. I was wondering if the Index 1 is okay to use on my hair. It would be ideal if it could straighten it, but my main wish is for it to simply... relax it. :) I just want frizz to be tamed and the hair to relax. Is this okay on my hair/

asked 2 years, 11 months ago

faithalana

(Houston, TX)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

I am Caucasian and have fine strands and wavy/curly hair and I did it and it seems to be fine. I love the results so far.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

reginar

(Tampa, FL)

answer 2

Index 1 is perfect for your hair because your hair is not coarse.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

maille

(Brooklyn, NY)

answer 3

I am sorry but I don't know if caucasian hair can take this relaxer. I looked at a friend of mines hair, who happens to be caucasian, and I would be afraid for her to try this one at home. I look at it like this, if the Phyto 1 is strong enough to straighten my 21 year old daughter's extra thick extra course hair, what would it do to my friends fine hair. That scares me a little. Hope that helps.

answered 2 years, 11 months ago

sylvias41970

(Goodyear, AZ)

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Will this product damage hair that has already been relaxed once with another chemical (thio)?

I recently (about 3 months ago) had my hair relaxed at a salon. The active ingredient in the relaxer was thio. At a minimum, I would like to relax the regrowth myself, and also possibly apply the relaxer to the rest of my hair to get it a bit straighter. (The salon product left it more curly that I would like.) I have extremely curly/kinky/frizzy hair that is also very fine and delicate.

asked 4 years, 1 month ago

Anonymous

(Los Angeles, CA)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

If you use this or ANY straightener over a thio-based product, it's like using NAIR on your hair. I used this product last year after I thought all my bio-ionic straightened hair had grown out (chin-length, one year later). The last inch of my hair started to literally dissolve, and I freaked out. I had to get that inch chopped off. However, the rest of my hair was great and I loved the results. I have really wavy, thick hair. Just BE CAREFUL!

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

bluerubies

(Rocky Hill, CT)

answer 2

I don't know but I would never mix a product. I would let the other one grow out first I would rather be safe than sorry :)

answered 3 years, 10 months ago

pretteyez

(Phoenix, AZ)

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I would like to know if the relaxer can go on relaxed hair.

I would also like to know the ph of the 1 delicate and thin hair treatment

asked 3 years, 4 months ago

applegirl2356

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

As with all other relaxers, it should be applied to new growth (roots only!).

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

tramalik

(New Rochelle, NY)

answer 2

Generally, NO. If you've straightened your hair with any product containing thio (Japanese straightening, Bio-Ionic, thermal reconditioning), you must let it grow out. This uses a different process. Combining the two is like combining the two chemicals that make Nair. Not pretty. A site called Hair Boutique.com has a decent article about hair straighteners vs. relaxers and gives this product high marks.

answered 3 years, 3 months ago

bluerubies

(Rocky Hill, CT)

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Can I go back to using phyto on my relaxed hair

I was using the Phyto Index 1 on my hair last year, this year I switched back to using a mild regular relaxer but I do not like how my hair looks or feels. I have very fine hair (it does not take much relaxer to straighten the strands) and it is looking thin and dull. I loved how my hair looked and felt while using the phyto, I will need a touch up in another 3 weeks and I am wondering if I can go back to the phyto Index 1?

asked 3 years ago

Anonymous

(Boston, MA)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

2 answers

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answer 1

I changed my perm to phyto and it did not pull out my hair or damage it. Their are no harsh chemicals to damage your hair.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

Nee1

(Kenner, LA)

answer 2

Yes you can make sure you use a deep conditioner like Alter Ego one week prior to relaxer. Do not use curling or flat iron since your hair is very thin.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

maille

(Brooklyn, NY)

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It said once you finish putting the relaxer in dont use any heat, does that mean no hair dryer once you finish the perm?

asked 4 years, 5 months ago

slimette

(Henderson Ky)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

The "no heat" instruction means do not use any heat while the relaxer is in your hair. After the relaxer has been rinsed out, neutralized and you have conditioned your hair you are able to roller set, blow dry, flat iron or air dry.

answered 9 months ago

refslady

answer 2

Yes that is correct. NO hair dryer NO iron, nothing. The next step after the straightener should be maintaining the hair to look and feel healthy. Lots of good products available.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

yeahyeah

(Cheshire, CT)

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Must I use a special shampoo?

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asked 2 years, 11 months ago

bijotuna

(Norwood, MA)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

Please use the shampoo from Phyto, it is very good you will see the difeerence when washing your hair

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

maille

(Brooklyn, NY)

answer 2

There is no need to use a special shampoo, just any shampoo that has a great pH balance to it works well.

answered 2 years, 10 months ago

Virtous37

(Loganville, GA)

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Is this ok for somewhat straight hair that is frizzy?

I have straight hair that is frizzy in humid weather, when it rains, and I have to blow dry it all the time. I want to know if this is ok for me to use.

asked 2 years, 9 months ago

Anonymous

(Staten Island, NY)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

yes

answered 1 year, 10 months ago

mamas

(Fishers, IN)

answer 2

yes

answered 2 years, 8 months ago

Anonymous

(Philadelphia, PA)

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How long does it last?

Is this product for one use only and how long do the results last?

asked 2 years, 9 months ago

glyde

(Lakeland, Fl)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

The directions say you will have to touch it up in 3 months, but that depends on how fast your hair grows in.

answered 2 years, 2 months ago

reginar

(Tampa, FL)

answer 2

All relaxers are permanent. Your hair that is treated will stay straight. You will have to touch up your new growth as your hair grows in at the roots.

answered 2 years, 7 months ago

missdeb

(Houston, TX)

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PHYTO AND HENNA

does phyto goes well with henna colored hair?

asked 4 years, 5 months ago

Anonymous

(Suisuin city)

on PhytoSpecific PhytoRelaxer Index 1 - Delicate, Fine Hair

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answer 1

Based on my experience, you should avoid using Phytorelaxer while henna is in your hair. In fact, the instructions actually directly state that one should not use it on hair that has been bleached, henna-treated or treated with any product that has metallic substances.

My hair was truly a mess after I hennaed it and then had a (former!) stylist apply Phyto.

answered 2 years, 1 month ago

kenilf

(New York, NY)

answer 2

I don't think mixing will lead to a good result. Wait till the effects of Henna is gone completely and then make a move.

answered 4 years, 5 months ago

yeahyeah

(Cheshire, CT)

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