The Hair Rebonding Process

     Hair Rebonding is a process wherein we alter the bonds of the hair in order to achieve a different texture/shape. Technically speaking, perming can also be considered a rebonding process.  But due to its popularity with straightening iron, rebonding has been known as a process of straightening the hair.

        Each strand of our hair has three types of bonds within its cortex namely: hydrogen, saline and disulfide bonds.  Hydrogen and Saline are bonds easily broken with water.  But they also mend easily when the hair dries up.  The third bond, the disulfide bond however is not easily broken.  It is this bond that holds the shape of our hair.  To soften the hair and temporarily break the disulfide bond, we will need to apply a rebonding cream with an ingredient called Thio.  Afterwhich, we can already alter the shape of the hair with the proper application of heat and pressure.  But it does not end there. After ironing, we will still need to apply a fixature containing hydrogen peroxide ingredient, to mend whatever bond we have broken at the start.  This will make permanent the new shape that we have created with the client's hair, leaving it soft and natural looking.

        It may sound like a very simple process but it definitely is not.  Wrong application could leave one with over processed hair or in worst case a bald head.  That is why it is very important to leave these things to the professionals.  No “do-it-yourself” at home please.  Looking for the right person to do the job is already a challenge by itself.  Because some people are just too brave to do the deed without proper training.  It is to note that hair dressing in the Philippines is not yet properly regulated.  Sometimes I see salons in my neighborhood offering this service at an insanely low rate, I cannot help question “Where's the catch?”.  I hope there is no problem about the skills of the one doing the rebonding.  But why does he value his work so low?  Or could it be he is using substandard rebonding creams that may leave your hair straight but unnaturally stiff?  If by some way he can give truthful and reasonable answers to these questions, then consider yourself lucky to have found him.  Take the chance and maybe consider recommending him to your friends.

Color and Rebonding

 Is it safe to color and rebond the same time?

Should we give it a few weeks rest before we do the other process?

In hair coloring, there are two classifications. We can go darker or go lighter. If your aim is to color your hair darker after the rebonding process, by all means do it. But make sure you are using the right products for the job.

But if your main goal is to have a lighter shade for your newly rebonded hair, that's when the problem comes in. I say it is still very much possible. But it should be done the right way.

My solution for the color rebonding process is to color first before rebonding. Although some hair are just too resilient that they can handle if done the other way around. But just the same, it is taking big risk on the fate of your hair. In the end, the goal may be achieved but the hair is left looking dry.

In order to achieve a lighter shade of hair, one has to use a stronger mixture of colorants and peroxide. If you use something milder than the mixture required, you might not achieve the light color that you are aiming for. If your hair has just undergone rebonding that day, there is a big chance it will not react well. Branded rebonding products on the other hand has different variants. Choose the right variant for your new chemically colored hair and it will still do the job nicely.