Service Description

Hair relaxer or hair straightening is a chemical treatment designed to permanently alter the structure of curly or tightly coiled hair, making it straighter and easier to manage. How Does It Work? The Relaxer treatment breaks the disulfide bonds within the hair’s cortex, which are responsible for its natural curl or wave. Once these bonds are broken, the hair is physically straightened and then set in this new shape using a neutralising shampoo. The result is straightened hair that remains so until new hair grows in at the roots, which will retain its original texture and require periodic retreatment, usually every 6–12 weeks. Process Overview The relaxer is applied to the hair, typically starting at the base of the hair shaft. It is left on for a set amount of time to process the hair, chemically altering its structure. The relaxer is then rinsed out, and a neutralising shampoo is used to halt the chemical reaction and restore the hair’s pH balance. A conditioner is often applied to replenish moisture and replace natural oils lost during the process. Benefits Makes hair easier to comb and style. Reduces knots, tangles, and frizz. Saves time on daily hair maintenance. Increases styling versatility and makes hair appear longer by reducing shrinkage. Only the treated portion of hair remains straight; new growth will be curly, requiring regular touch-ups. Who Uses Hair Relaxers? Hair relaxers are most commonly used by people with very curly or coiled hair, especially those who find that heat straightening alone does not achieve their desired look.