12/02/2025
⭐ Why Your Loose-Wave Bundles Straightened After Coloring
(And How to Prevent It Next Time)
A lot of people don’t realize this, but there are three common reasons loose-wave bundles go straight after dyeing them black:
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1️⃣ The Hair Was Steam-Processed (Not Naturally Wavy)
Most “loose wave” hair isn’t natural — it’s steam-set at the factory.
When you add dye, heat, or warm developer, that factory curl pattern can loosen or disappear.
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2️⃣ The Dye or Developer Was Too Strong
Using:
• Developer higher than 10
• Permanent color
• Hot water
• Leaving the color on too long
…can break down the cuticle and permanently relax the wave.
Even black dye can do it.
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3️⃣ The Bundles Weren’t True Raw or Virgin Hair
Some bundles labeled “100% human hair” are actually mixed with fillers.
Those fillers can’t hold curl, so when you color the hair, it becomes:
• Straight
• Limp
• Too silky to hold the wave
This is especially common with inexpensive loose-wave textures.
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Can You Get the Wave Back?
Sometimes — but if the wave was steam-set, not natural, the curl may not return.
You can try:
• Deep conditioning 30–45 min with heat
• Flexi rods or perm rods
• Letting the hair fully air-dry before combing
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How to Prevent It Next Time
Here’s what works best:
✔ Use semi-permanent black, no ammonia
✔ Keep water cool or lukewarm
✔ Don’t rub or rough-dry the hair
✔ Air-dry in a rod set
✔ Buy raw natural wave if you plan to color often
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Best Hair Textures for Coloring
These hold their wave even after dyeing:
💎 Raw Cambodian
💎 Raw Indian
💎 Raw Southeast Asian (SEA) Wavy
These are unprocessed, single-donor textures with intact cuticles — safe for coloring and long-term use.
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Quality Checklist When Buying Bundles
Look for:
• “Raw,” “Unprocessed,” or “Single Donor”
• Cuticles aligned
• Natural wave pattern (not steam-set)
• No 9A/10A marketing grades
• Transparent donor origin
• A reputable vendor
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Raw bundles last longer, color better, and give you more styling freedom. They cost more upfront, but they’re worth it for longevity and versatility.
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💕 Posted by:
✨ Fabulous Hair & Weave Salon
📍 83rd & Kedzie — Chicago, IL
💇🏾♀️ Specialist in Healthy Hair, Alopecia Care & Luxury Extensions
📞 Book your appointment today!
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