Chemically straightening hair is one of the most common techniques for hairstyling. One way to get a hair straightening done is to use a hair relaxer. If you’re looking for a way to spice up your look, then you might be considering getting a hair relaxer. 

In this article, we attempt to break down the definition and process behind hair relaxer. We also answer some frequently asked concerns regarding using a hair relaxer after hair transplant. 

What Is Hair Relaxing?

Hair relaxing is just one of the many forms of chemical straightening. What makes hair relaxing unique is that instead of giving you a temporary fix, it attempts to give you straight hair permanently. Some treatments, such as keratin bonding, fade away within just three months and do not last when your hair grows out. 

Is Using Hair Relaxer after Hair Transplant Harmful?

In general, there is always a risk with using a hair relaxer whether before a hair transplant or after. The process of hair relaxing utilises strong chemicals like sodium as well as high heat that can make the hair dry or brittle. 

However, having said those points, the effects of getting a hair relaxing before a hair transplant is really not that much different from getting one after a hair transplant. One important thing you ought to know about hair relaxing chemicals is that they don’t get absorbed through your skin. Your hair follicles reside below the skin level. Thus, since the chemicals used for hair relaxing do not reach beyond skin level, it means they don’t really reach the active parts of your hair follicles, and therefore, they don’t affect their growth. 

However, be mindful of the timeline. Hair relaxing, along with many other cosmetics, products, or other procedures can only be safely done after a few weeks from the hair transplant. These weeks are crucial since it is during this time period when your inflammatory phase is still ongoing.

Benefits of Getting a Hair Relaxer

Despite the risks mentioned, which include your hair being prone to brittleness or dryness, it shall be noted that there are some benefits too. After your transplanted hair has fully matured, your hair will be as well-built and strong as your original hair. This means that whatever nature of hair you had before will still be the same. If you’ve always wanted to style and straighten your hair before, then you can now. It helps to tame your hair as well. 

Conclusion

Using a hair relaxer before and after your hair transplant procedure shouldn’t make that much of a difference. However, just make sure that you have given your hair enough time to go through its inflammatory phase first for a few weeks, and you shall be good to go. In general, using a hair relaxer really comes with risks, but with precautionary measures, you shall be okay.

For the most optimal results, we recommend that you wait for at least six months for the full maturation phase of your hair. If you have more questions about your particular situation, you are free to contact our experts.