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Why Does My Hair Get Curly When Wet: Understanding the Science Behind It
There’s nothing quite like jumping into the ocean or being caught in the rain to turn your straight hair into a head full of curls. But why does this happen? It’s a question that many of us have asked ourselves at some point or another. Thankfully, it turns out that the answer is pretty simple - and it all comes down to science. So, let’s delve into the science of it. The reason why your hair gets curly when wet is because of hydrogen bonds. You see, your hair is made up of long chains of proteins called keratin, and these chains are held together by hydrogen bonds. When your hair gets wet, the hydrogen bonds break, which allows the individual keratin chains to move around more freely. As they move, they naturally begin to curl up, resulting in the classic ‘wet hair look.’ ...