Why Are Black Women Losing Their Hair. Barry Fletcher

relaxer system, so I cannot endorse it. Based on its acidity content, however, it appears to be for wavy or naturally oily hair types.

      I did have the opportunity to test Willie Morrow's Aqua Supreme relaxer system. Aqua Supreme uses thermo-trai-act-o-mene, a new technology that formulates active alkaline agents, penetrates the membranes of the hair and softens the hair without dissolving its outer layer. When tested, it did soften my hair and left a lot of its natural curl pattern. However, I didn't experience the same longevity as I do with the other sodium hydroxide relaxers.

      Copa products are based in Irvine, Calif. Willie Morrow products are based in San Diego.