Of course this list is based solely on the relaxers I've tried. I declared myself a no-lye lady a long time ago after a lye relaxer burned the crap out of my scalp! No-lye relaxers are known for being easier on the scalp and harder on the hair. The trick is finding one that's great, but doesn't leave your hair desert dry like most no-lye relaxers do. Check out the no-lye relaxers I've tried....*My No-Lye Relaxer Archive*
1. Dark & Lovely No-Lye Conditioning Relaxer- used this for most of my life & it always left my hair dry :-(
2. Luster's PCJ No-Lye Creme Relaxer for Children- my first relaxer as a child, I loved seeing the PCJ ads in Essence magazine!
3. Soft & Beautiful No-Lye Conditioning Relaxer
4. Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil No-Lye Relaxer
5. Vitale Olive Oil Sensitive Scalp No-Lye Relaxer
6. Dr. Miracle's Feel It Formula Thermalceutical Intensive No-Lye Relaxer - only used this once
7. African Pride Miracle Deep Conditioning No-Lye Relaxer-used this for years
8. Elasta QP No-Lye Conditioning Creme Relaxer
9. Profective Anti-Damage No-Lye Relaxer 10. Luster's Pink Conditioning No-Lye Relaxer-only used this once too
11. Optimum Care Anti-Breakage No-Lye Relaxer
12. Alter Ego Linange No-Lye Shea Butter Creme Relaxer
13. Silk Elements MegaSilk No-Lye Relaxer
And out of those here are the leading ones.
*My Top 5 No-Lye Relaxers*
You guys know I've been using this relaxer since last spring and I LOVE IT. This relaxer provides my hair with the softness, body, and shine I've always looked for! And it straightens my roots. :D I talk about it all the time.....I'm totally satisfied with this relaxer so I doubt I'll be changing again.
2. Silk Elements MegaSilk No-Lye Relaxer This is a great relaxer and it's cheap! It's around $5-8 depending on where you live. This is what I was using before I found the Alter Ego. SE definitely makes your hair feel silky!
3. Elasta QP No-Lye Conditioning Creme Relaxer
3. Elasta QP No-Lye Conditioning Creme Relaxer Another great relaxer...Elasta QP left me with beautiful waves. My new growth was straight, but wavy.
4. Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil No-Lye Relaxer This was the second relaxer I used at the beginning of my hair care journey back in 2007. I remember walking around the entire day touching my hair because it was so SOFT. My hair had never been that soft after a relaxer. I really couldn't believe it.... 
5. Vitale Olive Oil Sensitive Scalp No-Lye Relaxer Vitale gives you great results as far straightness. My roots were always straight with this relaxer. 
Honorable Mention: I have heard about how great Phyto Phytospecific Phytorelaxer Index I & II & Avlon Affirm Sensitive Scalp Relaxer are, but I've never tried them because of how expensive they are. My Alter Ego costs me about $15-20 depending on what kind of shipping I get. So the price is definitely right. Have you guys tried any of these relaxers? What's your favorite relaxer?
4. Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil No-Lye Relaxer This was the second relaxer I used at the beginning of my hair care journey back in 2007. I remember walking around the entire day touching my hair because it was so SOFT. My hair had never been that soft after a relaxer. I really couldn't believe it.... 
5. Vitale Olive Oil Sensitive Scalp No-Lye Relaxer Vitale gives you great results as far straightness. My roots were always straight with this relaxer. 
Honorable Mention: I have heard about how great Phyto Phytospecific Phytorelaxer Index I & II & Avlon Affirm Sensitive Scalp Relaxer are, but I've never tried them because of how expensive they are. My Alter Ego costs me about $15-20 depending on what kind of shipping I get. So the price is definitely right. Have you guys tried any of these relaxers? What's your favorite relaxer? 
34 comments:
Thanks for the review on Alter Ego, I've been eager to try this!! I've used African Pride for years and swore by it, used ORS Olive Oil, does nothing for my hair. Affirm Fiberguard was great for being gentle on the strands but didn't get my roots "bone str8". Currently using Fabulaxer but you may have just convinced meto switch sooner to AE...lol
I've used Silk Elements and the results were ok enough for me to use again. I tried Elasta once and it was abit too harsh on my hair. I think I'll give the Alter Ego a try, thanks for the suggestion.
To start off, I have coarse hair.I've tried Alter Ego and I strongly dislike it. It made my hair so finely thin (if that makes since) that I was outraged. I had it put in by a professional. Well I wasn't outraged....lol, but I was happy with thinailooking hair. It looked nice, don't get me wrong, but it was just too thin. I've used Affirm for years and I like it. I have no complaints. As far as having bone-straight hair is concerned, I was told that african (black or colored people)people's hair should not be relaxed bone straight.
That's what I was told..:)
Love what you're doing K.D.!
Keep it up!
Yesterday I purchased the ORS relaxer because they were out of the one I usually get. I hope I have the same I-can't-keep-my-hands-out-my-hair results you did. =D
@Tee- I hope u like AE as much as I do! ORS made my hair soft, but it seemed to always underprocesses me. :\
@laughing808- Really? I liked SE, but it doesn't hold a candle to my AE. ;-)
@ODG-Thanks for the input. I've heard that Affirm leaves women w/ straight thin hair. I've heard more great things about Affirm than bad things though.:-)Which Affirm do u use? As far as relaxing bone straight, to each his own. Some do it, some don't.I might make a post on that lol. The AE relaxes my hair, but it's straight with body ya know? Thanks for being a reader ODG!:D
@Ambrosia Let me know how u like the ORS!
Has anyone used Precise? What about Epitome? I used it many moons ago, when I self-relaxed. My most recent perm has been Design Essentials time release, but I have two wait 3 weeks before my fine hair reflects volume. I stood in line at sephora with phyto, but grew skeptical and left without the product.
Is Alter Ego still your fav?
I want to try that after I do silks. Im birracial and my mom being german has very curly hair which is uncommon. So My hair is so different O.o lol I like to loosen the curls but not completely straighten it
I have use alter ego relaxer 3 time and all I knew my hair was thin as ever the relaxer I use to use was fab relaxer and I was Happy now I'm using nexus to regain the thickness and breakage of my hair
My daughter and I love Organic Root Stimulator's Olive Oil relaxer! It leaves our hair soft, shiny, bouncing & behaving..lol And it goes the distance touch-ups between 7-8 wks.
I have had my hair 'natural' for 10 years now and decided to relax it for the new year. I'm looking for a great relaxer to use and would welcome your suggestions. My hair was always fine and thin even when I was a child. It only passed my shoulders when I was pregnant. Looking for a change. HELP!
I noticed you don't have the affirm fibrtguard sensitive scalp creme relaxer in your list.But, that is by far the best no lye I haved used. I get it done at salon most of the times due to the messiness involved. Heard very good things about Phyto and Olive Oil relaxers as well.
@Anon I've never used either one of those.
@FeFe I'm natural now, but yes girl Alter Ego was my absolute fave when I was relaxed!
@Anon I'm glad you've found what works for you. :-) That's the most important thing!
@Mika Try Alter Ego! That was my fave relaxer when I was relaxed. I had to buy it from here because it wasn't sold at my local bss. Here's the link: http://www.beautyofnewyork.com/shopping/2F9E270109KD1014.htm I always go no-lye.
@Nole I've never used Affirm, but I've always heard great things about them! I also used to hear about Phyto, but I didn't try them out when I relaxed. Glad you like Affirm!
Based on my own experience affirm fibrtguard for sensitive scalp was the best thing i ever used so far. Not sure about the rest...
@Honorable Mention: I have heard about how great Phyto Phytospecific Phytorelaxer Index I & II & Avlon Affirm Sensitive Scalp Relaxer are,
but I've never tried them because of how expensive they are.
The reason for Avalon Affirm being more expensive is most likely them only being sold in professional packages with a minimum of 4 applications.
Meaning u can relax your hair 4 times etc, it goes all the way up to 20 application packages in which case u would get em for half the original price.
Yes its good to use organic root.it is better than all.
Have you tried any relaxers that just tame the curls? I'd still like some wave to mine
I have to give it to Organics Root Stimulator Olive Oil Relaxer range, I have nothing but praises for it. It leaves my hair super-straight for longer compared to other relaxers and my hair is so soft! I've seen some growth since I've been using it, my scalp is much healthier and I've noticed it too with some family members to whom I've recommended it to. Its good to stick to one brand, don't change your brands.
I have been using motions for as long as i can remember,im 22 now nd i have vast bald spots of breakage in my head,i am at my wits end anf im considering going bald. A friend of mind recommended ladian, but its only avaluable in salon and too expensive for me..u need help urgently...i dnt want straight hair just managable...help plsease
Just to add a couple of nice tips here: Wash your hair with sulfate free shampoo (sulfates dry out your hair) and after you condition it, pat your hair dry with a towel and use a pump of argan oil. It’ll smooth the frizz down and make your hair look nice and soft. It’s not oily or heavy, or at least the one I have isn’t, mine is by the
Pro naturals brand which is only sold online. It doubles as a heat protectant if you ever want to
straighten or blow dry your hair.
Can someone please post any info on epitomi shae butter relaxer?
I'm confused about the relaxers whether or not I can use just any. I've already bought dark n lovely and I don't think it'll work. My husband said I can't use it because I don't have the type of hair that is pictured. Is this product just meant for African Americans? Can I still use it if I'm not? I hope so. I'm dying to get this overwith. Please help
Thanks for sharing your experiences with smoothed . Today I use the Silk Element and I loved it. My hair is soft , not irritated my scalp and my hair is super straigh . thanks again from Puerto Rico
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I have used affirm,it's great, through lack of availability I tried PCJ kids, it left my hair dry and damaged.
Motions is horrible that's probably why you have bald spots. That thing will burn a hole in your head.
Are the top 5 in order or just listed? i have really strong and thick curls, which one would u recommend me? (i dont want to buy the alter ego one bc its not a kit and ill have to buy the rest separate) i couldn't choose between nr 2 and 4, which one would u recommend?
On a child, what is the earliest i can relax her hair.... she's half hispanic, half black....
I wouldn't relax a child's hair I would wait u tile she's at least 14
I had a similar experience with bald patches my hairdresser wasn't around but I realise it was the person who did my hair she did not wash the relaxer properly out of my hair and for some reason she was using à brush like comb to smooth my hair never used her hands so the new growth didn't get relaxed I was devastated I had to cut my hair bold😢😢😢
Try not to relax your child's hair let it be her own decision when she grows out. Natural hair is beautiful you can wash it with organ shampoo conditioner and moisturiser I use 'I love afro products for my daughter it's a bit of an effort but I do it because I know that most of the relaxers have side effects even though guaranteed 100% but who knows What is exactly in there. Good luck.
Same happened to me,was very disappointed.
I use motions, however would like to switch. Affirm burns my scalp. I know it's a top relaxer. Would like to try organic stimulator.
Hi everyone,
I've enjoyed reading the No Lye Perm comments: excellent!!! My hair is long (mid back) and fine. Albeit long, it gives the illusion of thickness but that's because I have a lot of hair strands. All that to say I'm going short but quite apprehensive about perming my virgin tresses to achieve the NEW look. Would be nice if I could post a selfie and photo of the style I'm considering. I love the texture and feel of my hair but nervous about potentially, "permanently" damaging what took years to achieve. Most decisions are risky I just don't want to be disappointed!!! Plz help. Thanks so much :).
Did you figure out what to use? My hair is like yours, fine but a lot of strands (which makes it look thick) and mid back. I don't want something drying or make my hair flat.
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