The hair styling industry is buzzing with various treatments and techniques to tame curls and frizzy hair and give you poker straight hair. But is exposing your hair to harsh chemicals worth it? Did you know you could straighten your hair at home?

We discussed the side effects of various hair straightening methods with expert stylist and salon owner, Vikas Marwah. According to him, caring for your hair post-treatment is essential if you wish to maintain the health of your hair and ensure the treatment lasts for long. Here are the side effects associated with each type of hair straightening treatment.

Thermal reconditioning

As you already know, thermal reconditioning or bonding, as it is usually termed, is a heavy chemical process wherein chemicals are applied on hair to break the bonds and turn the curls to get poker straight hair. However, do you know that if not done properly and at a good salon, hair straightening can cause serious damage to your hair?