I had this container of perm for about a year now, is it still safe to use or should I throw it out?
300551
I would not try that I mean its a chemical. Be safe and just buy a new one.
300552
If this relaxer requires you to mix activator with it, then it will be good indefinitely. Unless you have opened it and broken the seal. If you have not opened it and the relaxer requires you to add activator...you're good. Relaxers that have activating ingredients already included and you do not have to put activator in it would need to be thrown out after a few months.
2165968
I agree completely with K.P. but because I only use mine for company it lasts a very long time. As long as it is stored air tight you'll have no problem! Enjoy!
1044967
Yes, This is a very good product. I wouldn't worry about that unless you are using a product that is a year old or so. I use this several times a day.
1437350
I do not wear make-up very often...so I bought this in June 2014 and I'm still using it without any issues. It isn't clumped, dried out, or anything that would indicate it's not safe for me to use.
1910578
If you use it regularly, I wouldn't recommend storing it. I use mine daily.
1906911
Janet, I would NOT use it until you have contacted the sellers. That does not sound good. They should definitely know what is going on with their product and know that it is only a year old! Good luck.
903733
Yea, I used it with no ill effects. Actually, IMO it is fairly weak stuff. After the bottle was empty. I refilled it with pure bleach and some dishwashing soap. Then it did a great cleaning job. Guess what I'm saying is the container was the best part of the purchase.
1756334
Yes. I have thick hair but find a lot now in my tub. I've used this perm for 15+ years and have had no problems. This is NOT a home perm and should be always used by a professional. I buy the perm here and take it with me.
2036887
Use half save the rest in a reusable container and you should be good as long as the container is seal
411537
If you can't store it...Pour it down the drain with tap-hot water. It's nothing but Iso/Ethyl/Methyl alcohols and a gelling agent.
2200547
There is no need to remove the liid, but no harm in it. The can is perforated. I live in GA, so moisture is an issue in my safe. I have to reactivate about every 3 weeks. It gains about 100 grams of water weight when it changes color., and loses the weight when I cook it.
1453461
I notice on the container that it says to avoid contact with eyes and skin, so its got to be toxic. It also says to throw in "trash," nothing mentioned about recycling and there is no recycling symbol on the container, probably because the contents are toxic. This is too bad if it is not recyclable because each time you use one, the big plastic container must be tossed in the trash. It is made in China. It would be worth a call to the 1-800 number to ask this question.
289247
It's not too bad. It smells a bit when you're applying it, but quickly fades when you rinse it out. I've used hair dyes that left worse smells in my hair and I don't think it's as bad as perm solution.
2202489
Honestly, I only use this product after I relax my hair. It is a very "heavy" conditioner. Meaning, it's meant to repair hair that is damaged. Since the nature of perms is damaging, it's meant especially for them. I've heard you can also use this when your hair is in bad shape, but I don't recommend using it on a regular basis. Now, to answer your question (sorry I rambled lol), you use this after you shampoo. Since it is a part of the Affirm relaxer system, it's used before the final PH balancing shampoo, but when used alone, you use it last.
1783464
This is just a guess because I threw the packaging out.3 years after using from date on package.Left unused however I would think it would last much longer,maybe even until use.
1084045
I called the manufacturer and was told that as long as the product is stored at temperatures under 100 degrees F and not exposed to humidity that it should remain viable for at least 10 to 15 years.My container is over 10 years old and is still effective. I would transfer it to a different container for long-term use though because our original container developed a crack over the years.
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According to one review below it will clear. Seehttp://www.amazon.com/review/R3OANC4T8MHVMF/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN;=B000A2LX5O&linkCode;=&nodeID;=&tag;=