First of all, I have never felt strongly enough about any hair care product to take the time to post a message; however, I am so thrilled with the Caribbean Dream Relaxer (CDR) that I felt that I wanted to let others know about this phenomenal product. As a physician with a wellness center, I am always educating my patients about decreasing their exposure to toxic chemicals, and I have been very skeptical and very concerned about many of the chemicals that are in the current hair straightening systems on the market. Personally, I have very curly hair and have have lye and no-lye relaxers in the past, but I became very unhappy about the damage that they caused to my hair and my scalp. I became so frustrated that I let my relaxer grow out and began to wear my hair natural. This worked out just fine in the winter months, but in the summer months with all of the heat and humidity, managing my curly hair became very problematic. I would blow dry and flat iron it, but we all know that even with the use of thermal protecting products as well as expensive ceramic irons that the hair can still become dry, damaged and lifeless.

So, I began to do some searching on the internet about the safety of the different hair straightening systems, and eventually I ran across the Caribbean Dream Relaxer. I spent hours talking with John and Maria Scarduzio (distributors on the east coast) about the safety of this product. They were so knowledgeable and were able to answer all of my questions and concerns. What impressed me was that all of the chemicals that I know have the potential for toxicity, hair damage and the potential for health risks were not included in this product. Also, this product can be applied in such a way the client can wear their hair bone straight or it can be applied such that the natural wave is left intact with eliminating all of the frizz. Before the CDR, one side of my hair was extremely curly, one side was a nice soft wave and the crown of my head was almost what I would call kinky. Trying to find the right products to deal with all of the different textures of my hair was very challenging. Once I got the CDR, I can't even begin to give it the accolades that it deserves! The important thing is that I had zero damage to my hair. There were no little broken pieces or long strands of hair in the comb. Also, there was absolutely no scalp irritation at all. I had even colored my hair the day before the relaxer. Now, I have flexibility on how I can wear my hair. I do like to wear it straight from time to time, and it is so easy to blow it dry and flat iron it or roller set it. Then, when I wear it natural, I have beautiful soft curls with no frizz. My hair is actually the same texture all over my head! The only reason that I ever have frizz any more is self induced because I just can't keep my hands out of my hair. I am loving what I see in the mirror now. The CDR is a product that I am endorsing 100% to my patients and their children. I know that there are many products on the market now that do indeed straighten the hair, but the key is finding one that has the least potential for hair damage and toxicity. There are companies that carry products that contain many chemicals such as formaldehyde and ether, and they say that the percentage that is used does not pose a health risk; however, each of us is biochemically unique. What may not be a health risk for one person may be problematic for another. I have searched long and hard for a product that straightens the hair, controls the frizz and has the least potential for exposing me to any dangerous chemicals, and the Caribbean Dream Relaxer has certainly been an answer to my prayers.

Have a Great Hair Day,
Dr. Lynese Lawson