The biggest concern after relaxing is often the level of dryness in your hair. You will need to take steps to add extra moisture to your hair to prevent frizziness and breakage. Shampoo less frequently. Shampoo is full of chemicals and is drying to hair. When you must shampoo, try using a sulfate free shampoo, as sulfates (a foaming agent) are drying to hair. When picking a shampoo, choose one that is marketed as moisturizing or contains products such as shea or argan oil. If your hair looks oily, try to remember that the natural oils produced by your scalp are moisturizing and healthy. Don't be shy about using conditioner. Use a large dollop and apply generously, especially to brittle and fragile ends. If time permits, let it sit for five minutes in the shower before rinsing. Scalps are often a neglected area of the body. During relaxing, your scalp will be surrounded by smelly, harsh chemicals. Don't forget to show it some love in order to promote healthy hair growth. If you are experiencing redness or itchiness, don't scratch. Try applying aloe vera to your scalp. Aloe is known for its cooling and de-itching properties. Simply rinse the gel from your hair after your scalp feels refreshed. Give your scalp an oil massage. Use a gentle oil such as almond or baby to gently massage your scalp. This will help open and relax pores, and will be calming to your skin. If you find traditional shampoo unbearable, try using baby shampoo. Extremely gentle and non-drying, baby shampoo is a great option if you find your scalp to be extremely sensitive after relaxing. Deep conditioners use specialized proteins such as keratin to penetrate within your hair's pores to add moisture. Proteins also coat split ends, improving the overall appearance of your hair. If on a budget, try a do-it-yourself mask of coconut oil. Gently massage two tablespoons of body temperature coconut oil into your damaged hair and wash with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner afterwards. If you can't bear the oiliness in the daytime, try sleeping with the oil in and rinsing come morning. A hair mask containing clay will help heal and moisturize your scalp as well as your hair. If your scalp feels raw, clay's antibacterial properties will help keep it clean and fight infection.

Summary: Keep your hair moisturized daily. Take care of your scalp. Get extra moisturized by using a deep conditioning treatment or hair mask.

Take your can or bucket and fill it three-quarters of the way full with warm tap water. Use tap water with a temperature of about 85F (29C)). Place the thermometer into the aluminum can. Any glass or cup will do. Fill the cup with ice, then add water to it. Note that you don't want to add ice directly to the cup of warm water. Bring all your supplies to the location where you plan to conduct the experiment. Be careful not to spill any of the liquids or break the thermometer. When conducting scientific experiments and measurements, it's best to record the starting temperature. Look at the thermometer in the cup and jot down the starting temperature and time. Use a small spoon or syringe to add the ice water to the cup to effectively lower the can's surface temperature. Avoid adding pieces of ice to the can. To get the most accurate reading, you'll need to transfer the ice water slowly. As you add the ice water, stir the mixture gently. Keep your eye on the surface of the aluminum cup. Keep adding ice water to the warm cup until you notice dew or perspiration on the side of the can. This is the moment you've been waiting for. Once dew has formed on the outside of the cup, the liquid in the cup has reached the dew point. Right when you notice dew on the outside of the cup, record the temperature of the water into your notes. You should also record the outside temperature where you are conducting the experiment. It is also a good idea to record the time to determine how long it took to form dew.

Summary: Fill the can with warm water. Fill a separate container with ice and water. Transfer your supplies to an outdoor location. Record the starting temperature. Add the ice water gradually. Continue until dew forms on the outside of the can. Record your data.

These options, if pursued with a measure of dedication, will earn you a diploma while allowing you to do it at your own pace and without the social encumbrances associated with high school. This could be a great option that you can work on with your school's staff. If there's a particular field of work you're interested in, you might consider a work-study program. Not only would you be able to finish school, but you might end up graduating with job options. You might also look into early admission into Junior/Community College through a Gateway Program at your school. If you have enough credits, certain High Schools will allow you to transfer to a Community/Junior College. If you've decided that any kind of academic environment is wrong for you, you might want to start thinking about technical career paths. A GED (General Education Development), often referred to a high school-equivalency degree, is an exam that you can take to show employers that you have the education of someone with a high school diploma without having to go to school. A Certificate of High School Proficiency is something awarded by the California Department of Education to students who pass the California High School Proficiency exam (CHSPE). While the GED is meant for those 17 and up who've dropped out, the California program is meant for teenagers in the 10th grade or aged 16+.
Summary: Consider online schools and home schooling. Think about work-study programs. Consider Gateway Programs, and Junior/Community Colleges. Think about what you'd like to do for a living. Get a GED (or Certificate of High School Proficiency).