By kindlylives 
Will hair be puffy after softening? Let’s deeply analyze the relationship between hair softening and hair texture.
In the field of hairdressing, softening is a common and important technical method. However, for many beauty – conscious people, the question “Will hair be puffy after softening?” has always been a concern. To answer this question accurately, we first need to understand the essence and purpose of softening, and then conduct a comprehensive analysis by combining the characteristics of different hair textures.
Softening doesn’t simply mean making the hair soft. It is a process of changing the hair structure through chemical means. Specifically, the chemical components in softening products can break the natural disulfide bonds in the hair. These disulfide bonds are the key factors determining the hair’s shape. After breaking the disulfide bonds, hairdressers can reshape the hair. Whether it’s straightening or curling, this can be achieved through this process. However, the expansion of the hair during the softening process and the subsequent possible weakening of elasticity and toughness are temporary reactions. Once the softening is over, the hair will gradually return to its original hardness, but its shape has already changed.
So, will softened hair be puffy? This question can’t be answered simply. It depends on various factors, with the most important ones being the hair texture and the degree of softening.
For naturally straight hair, there may not be a significant difference before and after softening. Because the structure of straight hair is relatively simple, and the distribution of disulfide bonds is relatively uniform, the effect of softening may not be very obvious. However, for curly hair, frizzy hair, or naturally wavy hair, the difference before and after softening can be dramatic.
If the softening process is precisely controlled, the hair will become smooth and obedient, and the original puffiness will be greatly reduced. This is because the softening product effectively breaks the disulfide bonds in the hair and reshapes it. However, if the softening is insufficient, the hair will still maintain a certain degree of puffiness. This is because some disulfide bonds have not been broken, and the hair’s shape has not been completely changed.
Conversely, if the hair is over – softened, it will not only lose its puffiness but may even become more dry and frizzy. This is because over – softening can damage the internal structure of the hair, causing it to lose its original elasticity and luster. Therefore, when performing softening treatment, hairdressers must accurately control the softening time and degree according to the customer’s hair texture and desired effect.
It’s worth mentioning that for frizzy or naturally wavy hair, softening alone may not be enough to achieve a long – term straight – hair effect. Because the disulfide – bond structure of this type of hair is relatively complex, and it is easy to rebound after softening. Therefore, after softening, a flat iron is needed to straighten the hair further to fix its shape. Finally, the No. 2 agent of the straightening product is used for styling, so as to ensure that the hair remains smooth and straight for a long time.
From the experiences of netizens, many people say that their hair does become smoother after softening, but whether the puffiness completely disappears varies from person to person. Some people are satisfied, thinking that the softened hair is easier to manage. While others feel that the hair is too close to the scalp and lacks layers. This further proves the close relationship between the softening effect, hair texture, the degree of softening, and personal aesthetics.
Personally, I think softening is a very useful hairdressing technique. It can help us change the shape of our hair to better meet our aesthetic needs. However, when undergoing softening treatment, we must carefully choose the hairdresser and softening products to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the softening process. At the same time, we should also reasonably choose the degree and method of softening according to our hair texture and desired effect.
In conclusion, whether the hair is puffy after softening depends on many factors, including hair texture, the degree of softening, and personal aesthetics. When undergoing softening treatment, we should fully understand the principles and characteristics of softening and make choices based on our actual situation. Only in this way can we have beautiful and healthy hair.