ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE AVLON TEXTURE RELEASE (4C HAIR) | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW (+VIDEOS & PICS)

[@kweenofdasouf1632]

I found out about texture release just today through another UK video being recommended and that’s how I found you. I’m loving this from my research so far. I’ve been looking for an option to do straighten my hair without something as permanent and damaging as a relaxer and without the time needed for heat training. I’m completely natural 4C. My hair reverts very quickly . My salon doesn’t even use relaxers because of the health concerns. And yea I’m an American viewer. This is the best part of the internet. Learning what’s going on in other parts of the world that I may want here 💓💓💓 thank you for this excellent explanation and review

[@kristensamara]

ahhhh thank you so much! I love that you found this useful 🥰

[@ShelbySteele23]

What city, state are you in? Based on your username i guess somewhere in the South lol. Have you found someone in your area who does it ? I'm in Houston and I'm trying to find a reputable salon that does it

[@weirdandwacky183]

I had a texture release recently and I really like it. I only had three passes and I can wear my hair both straight and natural. When straight, it is silky and looks like a perm. My hair type is 4a. I have washed my hair several times and it has reverted back

[@kristensamara]

I went to a different stylist recently and they said they only do 3 passes for texture releases aswell! Thank you for sharing

[@aerrah_]

This is amazing thank you for sharing this! I get my texture release done in about two, three weeks and I have 4a hair. My stylist said it would be much better than a relaxer so I’m trusting her, and hearing your experience makes me feel less nervous!

[@latyshaharrison1412]

I struggle to believe it’s semi-permanent because it never washed out for me. My stylist also told me it’s a permanent treatment but just not a damaging one. She said if it was semi-permanent there would be a way to literally remove the product from your hair like you can with certain hair-dye’s etc. I bit chopped in the end to revert but forever tempted to do this again for manageability. Thanks for your video, it was refreshing and informative. We need more info about this product

[@kristensamara]

That's so interesting, I never thought about a product to actually remove the treatment. We definitely need more information on it. Thank you for sharing

[@clairedaniels1877]

Is it still in your hair? I heard it takes between 10-18 washes to wear off.

[@AnitaU95]

Oh yes please confirm

[@bdm72257]

Great video! I just had my first texture release 12 days ago and I love it. My hair is kind of on the thinner side and it did very well. It got very straight. I wrapped it for a week until it started looked stucked together on the ends because I oiled my scalp. I probably shouldn't have oiled it but nevertheless it still stayed straight. I have new growth and it still looks fine. I massage my scalp everyday for 15 minutes which helps with hair growth a lot. I will get a silk press in a few days. I will get another texture release in 2 months at this rate of hair growth. I love it and I feel it's very healthy for the hair. My hair feels stronger with this product too.

[@Sandra-jc2fs]

Update please??

[@bdm72257]

@@Sandra-jc2fs Hi there, yep, I still love it. It's healthier than a perm or relaxer and this will be my go to for a straight look. There's no chemicals involved at all, that's what I love most about it.

[@Dream-Me]

​@@bdm72257Hello what did you do about the oil issue ? I love using oils to help regrow my edges. I feel like if I use the oils it will fck up the texture release 😢

[@bdm72257]

@@Dream-Me I came to the conclusion that I didn't like it for my thin hair. It made it too thin. I also could not revert back to curly as they said you could. I'm now growing it out of my hair. I won't do it again. But I feel for someone with very thick hair it would be fine. As for the oils, use it very very lightly because it will take away from the body of the hair.

[@Dream-Me]

@@bdm72257 Thanks for sharing your experience with me 😊Hope it grows out quickly for you ! I just got it done yesterday...I love the finish just concerned about not being able to moisturize my scalp.

[@omenlightenment]

I like the treatment. I love how more manageable my hair is even when coily.I HATE the smell. Also, the first couple of weeks I had a flaking problem. 😊

[@sweetierumbimissdiva]

Great video ! I know this as a keratin treatment I’ve been getting them for the past 2 years and love them ! My hair is 4c type and I can’t lie one treatment will last AGES in my hair like 9 months over time my texture has changed though so not quite 4c anymore more like a 4a but I love it and it saves time on wash day

[@kristensamara]

Thanks for watching! Ooooo that’s super interesting that you’re texture has changed over time. I think mine has too but not notably. Maybe that will change over time. I love it too - wash day is a breeze now!

[@user-np2bc5mc2q]

What temperature and how many passes of the iron on your hair? X

[@marykagiri9831]

Hey, just a clarification, Avlon texture release is formulated with amino acids whereas a keratin treatment is most likely formulated with formaldehyde (which is potentially harmful) or glyoxylic acid which when heated up decomposes into formaldehyde.

[@Lee-wb8mt]

Avlon contains both amino acids and glyoxylic acid.

[@aaliyahmckenzie6719]

@@marykagiri9831 correction there is some keratin that doesn’t have that chemical it’s about research and confirming which kind salons have.

[@debrasmith4623]

Just got a Avlon treatment and I love it its my first and I was shocked how straight my texture was and the shine while she was blow drying I love it

[@kristensamara]

I was the exact same, never seen my hair like that! xx

[@Afrinaturality]

I'm very tempted to do this to give myself a little break from managing my coils and kinks.

[@shammierthornhill9069]

The I first time I got it I got curls my hair was fine the curls lasted for days until I combed them out and then I wore it straight no problem for a month with little frizzing and please note I live in the Caribbean. So you can get curls right away your hair will still revert and you hair will be healthy and fine

[@kristensamara]

Thank you so much for sharing, good to know about putting curls in on the first day of the treatment

[@Sereens]

Literally made the same omg face when you said 6-7 passes 😂 thank you for that detail!

[@kmonetthemogul]

Omg, I just love your video. You gave the best explanation ! I do this for my clients as well. And they love the results. It's a relaxer without the commitment!

[@kristensamara]

Thank you! That means a lot coming from a stylist 😆💕

[@mileegrl]

Do dyes like henna conflict w/this treatment?

[@AndreeMarie]

👋🏾 stylist here Just remember when you go for your second TR try and only focus on your roots so you don’t ruin your curls 🥰

[@danielle5370]

Meaning it should only be applied to the roots the second time? Not the whole hair?

[@AndreeMarie]

Yes especially if you’re going within 6 months. TR doesn’t rinse out so quickly

[@danielle5370]

@AndreeMarie alright. Thanks a mill! I'm planning to get my first in a few months so needed to be sure before my hair gets messed up

[@recycledminis]

Thank you, this is the most helpful video I’ve seen on this subject to date.

[@kristensamara]

Thank you, I really appreciate it

[@BrendaMang]

I had the avlon texture released done in 2018 for my wedding coz I wanted to wear my natural hair and not have it revert as the day went on. I never got it again and till this day, when I straighten my hair, there is a line of demarcation from my new growth ever since. i find that my ends that were treated have a smooth silky finish but the new growth has a slight yaki texture when I straighten my hair. I guess it never washed out for me at all and I am tempted to get it done again just so that there is no line of demarcation

[@kristensamara]

Oh wow thanks for sharing… so interesting to hear different experiences with the treatment. Have you seen any breakage around the line of demarcation?

[@BrendaMang]

@@kristensamara No my hair didnt break too much thankfully. I just hate having the two different textures. There was no excessive damage

[@pinkicee86]

@@BrendaMang I experience that as well. My first treatment was in august and I thought it would wash out but it hasn’t. I got it redone because of the line of demarcation. I don’t mind it because I enjoy my “new” texture but if I really want to retain the same curl pattern I would be upset.

[@Anneblakable]

So interesting! Would it be possible to make a video on it as someone who has long term experience? I also want to get it done to try something different but want to keep my natural texture and not have to constantly redo it

[@leah38521]

Yes we want the story time about the not great experience!

[@NieceyWeesey]

Good hair, good skin, good face, girl you have the whole package 🤩

[@Isiebeauty]

Love this video! So helpful, literally answered all my questions. Im planning to get it done in June & go on holiday to Mexico I didn’t know if it would be a good idea or not due to the humidity. Any thoughts? X

[@kristensamara]

Glad it helped! It should protect against the humidity pretty well. Someone left a comment saying it works well for them and they live in the caribbean! Hope you enjoy xx

[@Dream-Me]

How did it go for you ?

[@traceyafua1822]

Thanks for this video, I’ve been looking into this treatment and you’ve answered my questions! Your hair looks lovely!

[@kristensamara]

Ahhh I’m glad! Thank you watching x

[@estherkilabi740]

thank you this video was very informative and helpful. I'm getting this treatment done later today!

[@Charlene-gt2ql]

I currently have half relax and have natural hair? Can I use this product on the new growth? Or will it be a problem to have two different treated parts

[@theetherealshaye]

I’m considering this treatment because I’ve been natural for my whole life, but I wear my hair blow dried and with curls from Bantu knots/flexi rods, and I want to wear that style often without it reverting too much. Which kind of texture release do you think would be best for my hair?

[@kristensamara]

You can get the same finish as the one I got (when I first got it done I mainly wore my hair in braid outs and twists (sometimes blowdrying first and sometimes not) and it was really nice. If you’re not comfortable with that much heat though you could go for the versatility finish! Worth consulting with your stylist before the treatment! Xx

[@faridasadiq8641]

Hi Kristen, I have had my hair texturized 6 months ago and now I’m starting to get new growth which is not significantly much yet, it’s just about 20% of my hair length at the moment and I’m considering the texture release system, do you have any idea if goes well with already textured hair? Would you recommend this for already textured hair?

[@kristensamara]

Hey, so I think you can get the regrowth texture released but probably not the texturised hair. Definitely worth checking with your stylist if you can.

[@nkiruanyika]

Just please let me know if the bad experience was at Andree Marie , getting this next week but I’m yet to book it! Loved the video xx

[@kristensamara]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@kristensamara]

😶 If you got Instagram DM me….

[@reesycasi]

I wanted to do this but when I realized there's no actual ingredients on their product nor their website, I changed my mind. What are they hiding?

[@elana604]

What about when you exercise, does it mean you have to straighten it everytime u work out to get the sleek look.

[@CharlotteMasonTT]

Do you have to use special shampoo post treatment?

[@Vanessa-fl6kt]

I have 4c hair and a regular gym goer would a texture release last in my hair.

[@Morgan_Renee]

Hello, I had been getting this treatment for about 2 years. I would say it depends on how much you sweat in your head. I sweat quite a bit and my hair does revert a little but not too bad. Definitely use a tight headband for your edges.

[@ambrosia1917]

your hair, makeup, and nails look amazing in this video! What foundation and concealer are you wearing?

[@kristensamara]

Thank you! Estee Lauder Doublewear and Too Faced born this way super coverage concealer x

[@ambrosia1917]

@@kristensamara thanks! heard great things about those products. what shades you in them?

[@AGAPEYOURSELF]

Hey. Great video. I'm actually at a crossroads with my natural hair. It's thick and full and A LOT!!! I'm always thinking about relaxing and cutting short again so this may be a good option for me. I saw that you went to a couple different salons, Elite being one (where I usually get my trims) Which would you advice is the best to go to and who... if you remember?

[@kristensamara]

Honestly i was / am the same (in terms of relaxing and cutting lol) texture release sounds like a good option for you! Yeah elite is a good option! I had it done by a girl called Latisha xx

[@trulyglowin]

Hey, your hair looks so lovely! I am considering getting this treatment but just for my curls to be more manageable. Do you think I’d be able to do protective styles with this treatment in?

[@kristensamara]

Thank you! Yes absolutely. When I first got this done before the pandemic I rarely wore my hair straight + plus did some protective styling and it just made my washdays / styling much easier!

[@ms.deidra2736]

I've heard to not swim once you get it done. What happens if you do?

[@maryamalshamsi4069]

How long does the smell stay in your hair when wet? just the first wash ?

[@kandisn5569]

Hey this is a great video thank you :) I’m natural at the moment 4c hair and I was thinking about trying a silk press before I do the texture release would you recommend this ? Do you recommend any good salons in London to get it the texture release ? Do you get a silk press between your texture releases? 😊

[@tigraygenocide4761]

Yes, I was wondering the same too.

[@kristensamara]

Thank you so much! (Sorry for the essay below) If you just want to try out straight hair for a little bit yeah! Maybe before committing to the texture release (assuming you want it to wear your hair straight more often?) So hard to find a good salon in London, I go to an independent hair stylist now! I got my first one done at Elite Hair Lounge though and it was done well, but worth doing some research on them as I know there are mixed reviews (particularly around their silk presses). Also check out Elevate Hairdressing - I haven't used them but their work looks good. Yes I silk pressed all summer actually (DIY). Hope that helps x

[@Simone151]

@@kristensamara looking for a salon right now! Swear I’ve been waiting for this video since summer lol Thanks for sharing

[@christelleakobo4288]

You should check Jenifer Cynthia. She is in UK. She has a channel here and is really talented. Especially for silkll press.

[@okayestmomever]

When you had it done the 2nd and 3rd time did they just put the releasing lotion on your new growth or apply it the same (all over the hair) like the 1st time?

[@kristensamara]

They just applied to my regrowth (like a relaxer), but that's because it was still in the rest of my hair. I imagine if it has washed out of your hair they would reapply it all over.

[@Bronzebrowning]

Great informative video babe ! Where did you get yours done ? I’m London ?

[@kristensamara]

Glad it was helpful! I got my first done at Elite Hair Lounge

[@Nstylelove]

Thank you for this video, I definitely will be trying this

[@kristensamara]

You're very welcome! Hope you end up loving it!

[@audreegyamera106]

If you can’t tie or bend your hair in anyway after the treatment, how did you wear your hair to sleep? 😩

[@kristensamara]

I wrapped it! Also I think they've updated the product and this isn't an issue anymore! Defo check with your stylist though x

[@camillanchindo9428]

I loved your explanation on texture release how does it compare to keratin/Brazilian blow dry as I did this a few times then the ends of my hair went poker straight does this happen with this treatment or is it gentler? Thanks Camilla

[@kristensamara]

I can’t really say as I haven’t had a keratin but a silk press after a texture release does get pretty straight! The straightest I’ve seen my hair! xx

[@oyin11]

Thank you for this video! I’d like to know where you got the texture release done. Thank you.

[@kristensamara]

I got my first 1 done at Elite Hair Lounge - very professional service!

[@girlonsoapbox]

Hi. Very informative video. I would like to know what temperature water each of the stylist used? I went to a stylist for a cut and was surprised she used ice cold water and I was peeved and asked about it she said cold water is best for everything she don't ever use warm or cool water. She offers this treatment but I am thinking you always start with warm wash and end with cold or cool depending on what you are having done, hence I am on the fence about doing this texture release there.

[@kristensamara]

I actually don't remember any of the stylists using cold water. They might have but it doesnt stick out in my memory. Might be worth getting a second opinion from another stylist! Fingers crossed for you x

[@girlonsoapbox]

@@kristensamara Thanks

[@makailaangela1873]

My hair was dyed black 4/5 days ago... I've now done the avlon treatment today, and my hair has turned ginger ! The instructions said don't dye 2/3 days prior to treatment.. I followed this ... so why has this happened please ?

[@kristensamara]

Oh wow!! Never heard this happening before - definitely consult with your stylist! All the best xx

[@ayak6317]

Thank you for this info

[@kristensamara]

You’re welcome! 😍

[@user-df7ig5nc5l]

How did you sleep with your hair at night with the treatment for the first 3 days?

[@kristensamara]

I wrapped it then tied it with a satin scarf xx

[@patriciamachado1675]

I would suggest you look into fortified shampoo for fast hair growth.

[@kristensamara]

Thank you!

[@Urbanchicaful]

I got a texture realise and the stylist put curls in my hair :/ ... Can you please recommend a stylist??

[@kristensamara]

I think (could be wrong) that with the new formulation of the product, this is fine. Hard to get more details on it as different stylists say different things! I haven't really got a salon I can recommend :(, my current stylist is independent and works out of her home! Trying to find a good salon is honestly so hard

[@Belihoney]

How long did it take to revert in the video at 18:54?

[@kristensamara]

Off the top of my head - maybe like a minute or two. I havent really timed it so hard to say exactly. Hope that helps! x

[@user-np2bc5mc2q]

What salon do you go to?

[@kristensamara]

I go to an independent stylist who operates out of her home!

[@Saveren_]

Could you also get color added to this treatment?

[@kristensamara]

Yes! I was speaking to my stylist about it and I think you just need to space out the 2 treatments. I’m thinking about getting some colour next year actually

[@omgitsnishaaa]

Hi , where did you get ur hair done?

[@kristensamara]

Hey I go to an independent stylist who operates out of her home!

[@Music4krista1]

which salon in London would you recommend?

[@kristensamara]

It’s tricky, I haven’t been to any salon enough times to really recommend!! If I end up using a new salon I will definitely update x

[@bellefairydust]

How does this compare to keratin?

[@kristensamara]

I think it is fairly similar but without certain chemicals (like formaldehyde). Not 100% though as I haven’t had a keratin before x

[@Angelcake1371]

is this only available in the UK?

[@kristensamara]

I'm actually not sure sorry!

[@Self-helper415]

You can order the kit on Amazon and maybe your current stylist can put it i. Your hair. That’s what I’m doing.

[@jadesolaomole8278]

What salons did you go to?

[@kristensamara]

I've been to Elite hair lounge (only once for my first one) and at the moment i go to an independant stylist who works out of her home x

[@lovebug443229]

I sweat a lot. Do you think it’ll last?

[@kristensamara]

It will last better than a regular silk press for sure!

[@savannahberhane3914]

Who do you go to in ldn ?

[@kristensamara]

I've discussed it towards the end of this video - which hopefully helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3yvkotrdrlll80&ab_channel=KristenSamara x

[@BBHair1]

Are the chemicals harmful?

[@kristensamara]

OMG I'm sorry to hear that. Thank you for recommending vestiaire i've just looked into their selling side and think it looks really good. I reckon I'll end up selling through them! x

[@RS-it2ho]

Omg I hate how she's doing so many passes on you and not seeming to care fore the chase method. It makes me cringe soooo much lol. If you're putting that much heat on my hair it better be PERFECTLY DONE.

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

does she only talk in front of the camera or does she show the process and her before/after ? i don't want to watch someone just talk

[@kristensamara]

she shows the process and her before and after, but you may prefer another channel because she loves to talk too 😅

[@divinelyblessedkb]

Do you still use the texture release system?

[@kristensamara]

Yes I do, will have a 2 year update video coming soon x

[@Ohole]

6??? Oh my goodness they are literally burning your hair to straighten it for longer 😂 😂 thats what it is

[@ll0lllo493]

5:04 this is a blaring red flag indicator of a bad stylist. No one on the planet should be flat ironing like this ESPECIALLY A STYLIST WHO WE'RE TRAINED!!!! A fine tooth comb should always be inserted first BEFORE the iron. I would never go to this person.

[@kristensamara]

🥴 Good thing she’s my stylist and not yours then

[@kayshacampbell9404]

Does your hair revert if you sweat or gets wet?

[@kristensamara]

It takes a longer time to revert, but eventually it will under lots of water. With sweat I just find my roots will revert but the rest of my hair stays in tact x