Hair Loss From Chemical Burns

• What causes chemical burns from relaxer?

  Chemical burn/burns occur when (lye or no lye) is left on the scalp too long. This can damage the scalp, causing pain, blisters, scabs and hair loss.

• Relaxer is permanent straighter that breaks down the protein and disulfide bonds, which reduces the natural curl pattern.

• How can you prevent chemical burns?

  Make sure you are going to a professional when applying this chemical and getting treatments to restore that protein back into the hair.

• If client has intense pain seek medical attention from a professional such as a dermatologist.