Description
What it is
The Dr. Melaxin Bondex Protein Bonding Remodeling Shampoo is the cleansing step of the brand’s Bondex hair line, a salon-inspired range for hair that has been weakened by bleach, colour, perms or hot tools. It comes in a 400 ml bottle and lathers into a rich foam that cleans the scalp and lengths in one go.
The headline ingredient is a bonding peptide, sh-oligopeptide-78, which the brand says helps reconnect the broken bonds inside damaged keratin. Around it sit argan oil, the amino acid arginine and conditioning agents meant to leave hair feeling smoother, shinier and less prone to tangles. Retail listings also describe a blend of plant proteins and amino acids; those are not named one by one on the published ingredient list, so treat that part as a brand description. It is designed to be followed by the Bondex treatment or another conditioner.
Key ingredients
- Sh-oligopeptide-78: the bonding peptide behind the Bondex name, included to support the look and feel of stronger, less brittle strands.
- Argania spinosa (argan) kernel oil: a nourishing oil that adds softness and shine to dry lengths.
- Arginine: an amino acid that helps hair feel conditioned and supple.
- Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride: a plant-derived conditioning agent that reduces tangling and static.
- Dimethicone: a light silicone that smooths the cuticle for easier combing and a glossier finish.
- Glycerin: a humectant that helps hair and scalp hold onto moisture.
Product details
| Brand | Dr. Melaxin (South Korea) |
|---|---|
| Line | Bondex |
| Size | 400 ml |
| Format | Foaming shampoo |
| Main concerns | Damaged, brittle, coloured, bleached or heat-styled hair; frizz and tangles |
| Hair types | All hair types, including chemically treated hair |
| When to use | Each wash, before conditioner or the Bondex treatment |
| Fragrance | Contains fragrance (parfum) |
| Amazon ASIN | B0D3PZKMPS |
How to use
- Wet your hair and scalp thoroughly with lukewarm water.
- Pour a moderate amount into your palms.
- Massage it into the scalp, then work the lather through the lengths.
- Rinse well with lukewarm water. Repeat once if your hair needs a deeper clean.
- Follow with a conditioner or a bonding treatment.
Tip: focus the lather on the scalp and let it run through the ends as you rinse. Damaged ends usually need less scrubbing and more conditioning.
Who it suits
This shampoo suits people with bleached, highlighted, permed or frequently flat-ironed hair who want a cleanser that feels more caring than a basic shampoo. It is meant to be used with the Dr. Melaxin Bondex Protein Bonding Remodeling Clinic hair treatment, which works as the rinse-off conditioning step of the same line.
Who should be careful
The cleansing base uses sodium laureth sulfate and ammonium lauryl sulfate, which give a rich lather but can feel drying on a very dry or sensitive scalp. The formula also contains fragrance with listed allergens (limonene, linalool, benzyl salicylate and benzyl benzoate). If you have a reactive scalp, eczema or a known fragrance allergy, check the list carefully. Keep it out of your eyes and rinse right away with water if it gets in.
Patch test first. Apply a small amount to the inner forearm or behind the ear and wait 24 to 48 hours before using it on your scalp.
Full ingredient list
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide Methyl MEA, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Trihydroxystearin, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Lauryl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Ammonium Sulfate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Streptococcus Thermophilus Ferment, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Avena Strigosa Seed Extract, Lecithin, Titanium Dioxide, Myristyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Arginine, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Palmitoyl Sarcosinate, sh-Oligopeptide-78, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Benzoate
Notes: contains sulfates, fragrance and fragrance allergens. The cetyl, stearyl, myristyl and lauryl alcohols listed are fatty alcohols, not drying alcohols. Argan oil is a kernel oil from a tree fruit; people with tree-nut allergies may want to check with a health professional. Oat (Avena strigosa) seed extract is also listed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bondex shampoo sulfate-free?
No. The published list includes sodium laureth sulfate and ammonium lauryl sulfate as its main cleansing agents. If you need a sulfate-free routine, this is not the right pick.
Is it safe for colour-treated hair?
The brand positions it for chemically treated hair. Sulfate shampoos can fade some colours faster, so people protecting a fresh dye job often space out washes or use cooler water.
Do I need the Bondex treatment too?
Not strictly, but the line is designed as a pair. The shampoo cleans and starts the conditioning, while the treatment adds a richer, rinse-off step for damaged lengths.
How often can I use it?
It is made for regular use. Most people with damaged hair do well washing two to four times a week rather than daily.
Learn more
See the full Dr. Melaxin order of use to learn how the brand’s skin and hair products fit into one routine.
Ingredient lists can change between batches and markets. Always check the box you receive. This page is an independent guide; melaxin.ca does not sell products directly.
