how many processes are involved when performing a curl reformation?
A curl reformation (also called a soft curl or double-process perm) involves two main chemical processes, usually broken down into several practical steps.
Direct answer
In cosmetology theory, curl reformation is described as a two‑process service:
- Reduce/relax the natural curl.
- Reform and rebond the new curl pattern.
What the “two processes” mean
- Process 1 – Reduction (rearranger/relaxer):
The natural tight curl pattern is softened or relaxed by a reducing product (often called a curl rearranger or relaxer) that breaks disulfide bonds in the hair so the curl can be changed.
- Process 2 – Reforming and rebonding (booster + neutralizer):
The hair is wrapped on large perm rods and treated with a curl booster (perm solution), then neutralized to rebond the hair into its new, larger curl pattern.
Why it’s sometimes described in “steps”
Education materials also list procedural steps inside those two processes, such as: section, apply curl rearranger, smooth, section and wrap, apply curl booster, neutralize.
Those are still grouped under the same two overarching chemical processes: reduction, then reform/rebond.
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