What’s Actually Holding Your Curls Together?

If you’ve ever wondered why your curls don’t feel the same after coloring, straightening, or even just a super humid day — the answer lies deep inside your hair. Literally.

Your hair’s strength, bounce, and curl pattern are all influenced by tiny internal bonds. There are three main types of these bonds, and they each play a unique role in how your hair behaves.

Let’s break them down:

Disulfide Bonds:

Disulfide bonds are responsible for how curly your hair is. The more of these bonds you have, the curlier your hair will be. But these bonds are permanently broken when your hair is chemically treated — think coloring, bleaching, relaxing, or over-processing. That’s why your curls might feel looser or less defined after certain salon services.

Hydrogen Bonds:

Hydrogen bonds are temporary and are broken and reset every time your hair gets wet. These are responsible for your hair’s elasticity — that springy, stretchy quality that makes curls bounce back. They can also be disrupted by humidity or heat styling, which is why you might notice puffiness or limpness after being out in the weather or using hot tools.

Salt Bonds:

Salt bonds make up a big portion of your hair’s strength. They’re more sensitive than you think — and they get broken when your hair experiences a sudden change in pH. This can happen if you’re using a shampoo or product that isn’t pH balanced, or applying treatments that are too harsh for your hair’s current state.

So How Do You Protect (and Rebuild) These Bonds?

Bond-building treatments are specially formulated with proteins and actives that work to relink, repair, and reinforce these internal structures. Whether you’ve been coloring your curls, using heat tools, or just noticing more dryness or breakage — this kind of treatment can make a big difference.

That’s why I’m excited to now offer a Bond-Building Treatment at Uninhibited Curls.

Add it to any service for just $40 It’s quick, powerful, and helps restore strength and definition from the inside out.

Want to Experience It for Yourself?

If you’re ready to give your curls the support they deserve, book now or ask to add the bond treatment to your next appointment.

Your curls will thank you. 💛