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If you’re tired of your hair and looking for a change, a perm might be just the service for you. With modern day perms, you can get anything from loose, beachy waves to tight ringlet curls. The chemicals used in a perm solution are pretty harsh, so it’s important to know the risks before attempting your perming journey. We’ve answered some of your common questions so you can take care of your hair and prevent damage before it happens.
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Question 2 of 7:
What are the risks of getting a perm?
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Your hair might get dry or frizzy. Getting a perm changes the outer layers of your hair, which can lead to dry, frizzy locks. If your hair is already damaged or dry from bleaching or coloring, a perm might not be for you.
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Your hair could be weakened. Perm chemicals change the protein bonds within your hair. After a perm, a lot of your natural moisture is lost, and you might be prone to split ends and breakage, especially on the ends of your hair.
- Perming your hair the first time usually isn’t the problem, it’s perming multiple times over already damaged hair. You may notice that your hair becomes drier and frizzier as you get more perms.
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Question 7 of 7:
How do you care for a perm?
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Use conditioner and hair masks. Perms have the potential to make your hair feel dry. To give your hair some hydration, use a conditioner every time you wash your hair. Try doing a deep conditioning treatment or a hair mask at least once a week to lock in moisture and prevent damage. [8] X Research source
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2Detangle your hair with a wide-tooth comb. To prevent stretching out the curls too much, use a wide-tooth comb rather than a fine-tooth comb. If you stretch your hair too much, it can lose some of the elasticity, leading to droopy curls.
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Try not to use heat styling tools. Hair dryers, straighteners, and curling irons can damage your hair further. Whenever it’s possible, try to let your hair air dry naturally. If you got a curly perm, use a bit of hair gel to pump up your curls and make them look great. [9] X Trustworthy Source American Academy of Dermatology Professional organization made of over 20,000 certified dermatologists Go to source
- Gently blot excess moisture from your hair, and avoid rubbing it with a towel.
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References
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9c-Zpl_PtI
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4458934/
- ↑ https://hairpros.edu/how-long-does-a-perm-last/
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/insider/stop-damage
- ↑ https://eczema.org/information-and-advice/types-of-eczema/scalp-eczema/
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/causes/18-causes
- ↑ https://hairpros.edu/how-long-does-a-perm-last/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRTJukj8ZkU
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/insider/stop-damage
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