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About Perms
Perms have come a long way since the 80s when I was addicted to the very fake-y, 'crimped' perms. These days perms can be fine-tuned to give you exactly the kind of wave you want. You can get perms that just add body to fine, limp hair, you can get loose, sexy waves or you can go for the corkscrew curls that many straight-haired girls covet (and some curly-all-their-lives girls are sick of).
How long does a perm take?
1-2 hours, depending on how long your hair is and how fast your stylist is. Your stylist will apply a one chemical solution to break the structural bonds in your hair, and another called a ‘neutralizer’ to re-form the bonds and alter your hair’s texture. Also keep in mind, a perm takes 28 hours to settle, you won't have the full style impact until then.
How long does a perm last?
Generally about 3 to 5 months. After 3 months re-perm your roots so they match the rest of your hair.
You can prep your hair.
To prepare your hair for a perm, you'll want to use a protein conditioning treatment as well as a regular moisturizing conditioner after you shampoo.
But don't deep condition your hair for at least 24 hours before the perm, otherwise the perm may not take.
Post-perm Care After your perm, shampoo with ammonium-based shampoos.
Some simple guidelines to keep your hair perm looking beautiful and your hair in the best possible condition:
Do not wash your hair for 48 hours after you have a perm.
When washing your hair, only use professionally recommended products to maintain the curl and condition of your hair. Products that are not specifically designed for permed hair may dry out or over stress your wave.
When blow-drying your hair, use a low heat setting, and fit an air diffuser to your hair dryer. This will help avoid drying out your hair.
When styling your hair, use a vent brush and styling products specifically designed for permed hair. These products help protect your hair and make it easier to manage."
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Nov 3, 2011
James
my hair is about 4 1/2" long right now and i am getting a perm next month...how often should i use a deep conditioner to prepare? also, my hair has color on it....
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Apr 7, 2011
beka
I just got a perm yesterday and I love it. I would like to know though how long I should wait to put a straightener to it without distorying the perm. I just want to straighten it for one event, but keep the perm.
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Mar 4, 2011
Jackie
I got a perm and i dont know what i should do t tak care of it also can i brush my hair
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Mar 3, 2011
samantha
i am getting a perm, and i have NO clue what kind i should get can u help?
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Oct 13, 2010
shari
I just got a perm and would like to get highlights how long do I have to wait to get highlights?
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Apr 22, 2010
June Kersey
I have carpel tunnel in my hands and have a hard time fastening the rods.will it be ok if i use the regular bobby pens for my perm
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Feb 16, 2010
jessica
is it safe to use while pregnant
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Nov 16, 2009
clara
i did straightening a year back now i wanna do a perm to have a free wavy style coz naturally i have curly hair.can i do a perm now and hw safe it is?
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Nov 13, 2009
ValeryCar
Who knows where to download XRumer 5.0 Palladium?
Help, please. All recommend this program to effectively advertise on the Internet, this is the best program!
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Oct 25, 2009
Sarah
i want to know if anything would happen to ur hair if u straighten it after u permed it like after 2 weeks...
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Oct 18, 2009
Ashley
Hi, I just got my perm done yesterday, and I was wondering if I can brush my hair. Because the stylist I had put ALOT of product in it, and I can't wash it for two days.
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Jul 19, 2009
Bruna
Hi there, i would like to know if i can still perm my hair..after i done highlights? And whats the difference between semi-perm and perm?? Thank you reply asap PLEASEEE!!!! :)
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Apr 23, 2009
missy moo
once you have a perm how long after it could you straighen your hair without wrecking the perm? i want to keep the perm looking the way it is but i would like to straighten my hair for up coming events. i got my perm todays ago. is it ok to straighten now or how long should i wait.??
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Apr 17, 2009
griffin
i have colored my hair before, my hair is long & ive been keeping it healthy and growing it so that i can get a perm in a year or so... once it is healthy again, would it go back to killing my hair if i was to get a slight perm?
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Apr 5, 2009
Allyson
Why would you want to straighten your hair after a perm? The whole purpose of a perm is to have curls. I have found the John Freida curl maintenance shampoos and defrizzers very helpful with my perm, not only helpful but they smell really nice and feel really soft. Totally worth the extra money.
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Jan 6, 2009
nikki
my hair is coloured can i still have a perm?
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Dec 3, 2008
Otelli
Can anyone let me know what kinds of products to use to maintain a perm for as long as possible?
- Otelli
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Nov 14, 2008
nichole
i am getting a perm and i need to know how to take care of it
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Oct 13, 2008
siobhan
can u send me info on permin/colourin hair...asap..tanx
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Oct 6, 2008
Emilee
My hair is a few inches below shoulder length and i also die it kinda often it isn't dry or unhealthy would a perm be pkay to get?
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