How do bond builders really work? The science

Bond builders are great for damaged hair - but what do they do, and how do they actually work? Here's a deep dive into the science of products like Olaplex, K18, Redken's Acidic Bonding Concentrate, L'Oreal Everpure Bond Repair, Living Proof and Epres.

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