Courtney's life begins here, redux

[Courtney G]

There are straightening products, also called "curl relaxers," and they do damage the hair. That's what makes them work. I don't recommend them. I just use the flat iron (got it at Walmart) and set the heat to 350.

Thanks so much for this info, Lori! I'll have to get brave and pull the trigger on this. Heck it will curl up in a few days if I don't like it, so I have nothing to lose.

My wife might lose her job. If she does, I'll eventually lose her excellent insurance coverage. My plans for FFS might get dashed. The waitlist is too long and I doubt I'd be able to get the procedure before my insurance gets downgraded.

I'm trying not to dwell on this.

[Lori Dee]

Thanks so much for this info, Lori! I'll have to get brave and pull the trigger on this. Heck it will curl up in a few days if I don't like it

If you don't like how it looks straightened, just wash and condition it. It isn't permanent, and the moisture from washing will bring back the curls. You also don't have to go completely straight. Use a lower heat setting, and tight curls become waves. Or straighten one area, like the back, but leave some curls at the side to frame your face. Experiment and have fun with it!