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Acidic Bonding Concentrate Hair Bandage Split End Repair Balm

Leave-in balm that seals split ends and protects from heat and breakage

Target damaged ends with Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Hair Bandage Balm, a lightweight leave-in treatment made for Zone 3, the driest and most porous area of the hair. Its 8% Bonding Care Complex combines citric acid with Madecathenol to hydrate, smooth and strengthen ends without a greasy finish. It also protects against heat up to 230 C.

Product Details

Hair Bandage Balm is a targeted leave-in treatment for Zone 3, the damaged ends of the hair. An 8% Bonding Care Complex with citric acid and Madecathenol absorbs quickly to hydrate, smooth and strengthen without heaviness. Apply to damp ends and reapply on dry hair as needed.

Key Benefits

Visibly seals up to 96% of damaged, dry split ends after two applications
Up to 7x stronger hair and 5x less breakage in one use
12x smoother ends instantly versus non-conditioning shampoo
Heat protection up to 230 C

How to use

Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, damp hair from the ends to the mid-lengths.
Do not rinse; style as usual.
Reapply a small amount to dry ends whenever needed.

Ingredients

Key Ingredients

8% Bonding Care Complex; citric acid; Madecathenol (madecassoside and panthenol)

For the most current ingredient list, refer to the product packaging.

AQUA / WATER / EAU, DIMETHICONE, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, AMODIMETHICONE , PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, PHENOXYETHANOL, DIMETHICONOL, POLYQUATERNIUM-37, TRIDECETH-5, STEARETH-20, CETYL HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, GLYCERIN, CITRIC ACID, TRIDECETH-10, PANTHENOL, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, TETRAMETHYL ACETYLOCTAHYDRONAPHTHALENES, CARVONE, PPG-1 TRIDECETH-6, LIMONENE, CITRUS AURANTIUM PEEL OIL, CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE, LINALOOL, CITRUS LIMON PEEL OIL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, ACRYLATES/STEARYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, LINALYL ACETATE, ACETIC ACID, SORBITAN OLEATE, MADECASSOSIDE, HYDRATED SILICA, PINENE, CITRAL, SILICA DIMETHYL SILYLATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA PEEL OIL, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, ROSE KETONES, TERPINEOL, EDTA

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5 out of 5 stars.

Really works!

5 months ago

Started working since the first application. Visibly softened and repaired my dry, brittle hair from day 1.

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Key Benefits

Redken's Bonding Care Complex + Citric Acid + Madecathenol relinks broken bonds

Visibly seals up to 96 % of damaged, dry split ends

Protect damaged ends from the 2 causes of split ends: heat and breakage

ABC signature evolves to a richer warmth.

Top Notes: Salted Lemon Mandarin

Middle Notes: Blood Orange Jasmin

Base Notes: Cedar Wood Sugared Amber

The Acidic Bonding Concentrate hair care regimen reinforces weakened bonds to help strengthen and repair damaged hair while also providing protection from color fading and breakage.

YOUR BONDING HAIRCARE ROUTINE

Pre-Treatment

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE INTENSIVE TREATMENT

Cleanse

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE SHAMPOO

Condition

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE CONDITIONER

Strengthen

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE LIGHTWEIGHT LIQUID CONDITIONER

Protect

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE LEAVE-IN TREATMENT

Hydration

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE 5-MIN LIQUID MASK

Bonding

ACIDIC BONDING CONCENTRATE 24/7 NIGHT & DAY SERUM

Repair

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What are the key benefits of using this balm?

Visibly seals fourches in one use, reinforces visible strength and elasticity, repairs broken bonds, and provides instant frizz reduction.

What are the main ingredients?

The balm features a Bonding Care Complex (often 8% or 10%) with Citric Acid and Madecathenol to repair and soothe the hair.

How do I use the Hair Bandage Balm?

Apply a pea-sized amount to the mid-lengths and ends of damp hair. This is a Sans Rinçage treatment. It can also be used on dry hair.

What scent does the balm have?

It has notes of salted lemon mandarin, blood orange, jasmine, and sugared amber.

Is this balm suitable for all hair types?

Yes, it is suitable for all hair types and is particularly beneficial for damaged hair in need of repair.

Can this balm be used as part of a larger routine?

Yes, it is part of the Acidic Bonding Concentrate line. Using the entire system is recommended for comprehensive hair repair.

What is Acidic Bonding Concentrate Hair Bandage Balm?

It is a lightweight leave-in treatment made specifically for Zone 3, the damaged, dry and porous ends of the hair. It smooths, hydrates and strengthens without a greasy finish.

What is Zone 3 hair?

Zone 3 refers to overly porous hair or hair past the shoulders that has experienced repeated chemical services, brushing or heat. It is usually the driest, most brittle area and is often where split ends appear.

How often can I use Hair Bandage Balm?

Use it daily or as often as needed. Apply a pea-sized amount to damp ends and reapply a small amount to dry hair when desired.

Can I use Hair Bandage Balm on color-treated or bleached hair?

Yes. Hair Bandage Balm is suitable for color-treated and bleached hair and is designed for all hair types, textures and patterns.

Does Hair Bandage Balm protect hair from heat?

Yes. It provides heat protection up to 230 C while helping protect damaged ends from heat and breakage, the two main causes of split ends.

Acidic Bonding Concentrate Hair Bandage Split End Repair Balm