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When to wash permed hair (plus which products to use)
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How to Wash hair after a perm. The way you wash your hair can affect your perm.
Things You Should Know
- Wait at least 3 days before you wash newly permed hair to help it last longer.
- Rinse, wash, and apply conditioner to your hair using gentle rubbing motions to prevent tangles and damage.
- Brush through your hair with a wide tooth comb starting at the ends of your hair. Then, apply a deep conditioner once per week.
Steps
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Wait at least 3 days to wash newly permed hair, or your perm will not last as long. [1] X Research source -
Use hair care products that are safe for permed hair . [2] X Research sourceAdvertisement -
Wash your hair gently (don't scrub too hard or your hair will tangle up)(your hair is very porous and fragile). [3] X Research source -
Gently rinse your hair. -
Apply conditioner to your hair (Conditioner will help you reduce the damage to your hair). [4] X Research source -
Use a wide tooth comb to untangle your hair) (start at the bottom and work your way to the top to reduce breakage to a minimum). [5] X Research source -
Once a week use a deep conditioner, (follow instructions on the back).
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QuestionWhat kind of conditioner should I use?Community AnswerPreferably a deep conditioner that does not contain sulfates or parabens.
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QuestionCan I wet hair only just to set it with curlers?Sherry Gregory WilliamsCommunity AnswerYes. It should be fine to re-wet with curlers, or just spritz with a spray bottle, then reshape by scrunch drying with a low dryer setting.
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QuestionI accidentally washed my hair after a perm. Is it okay? What should I do?Aquanet QueenCommunity AnswerIt depends on how long ago you got the perm. If you washed it after 48 hours of having the perm, you should be fine. But if you get your hair wet before that, then your curls will most likely be ruined. Perhaps you should contact your hair stylist and tell them what happened, and they can tell you what you can do.
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Tips
- If Hair is frizzy your hair needs deep conditioner!Thanks
- Don't listen to your stylist persuades you to buy expensive hair care products.Thanks
- To determine if your favorite hair care product is safe for permed hair or color-treated hair look at the back of the container (it will say: "gentle enough for color-treated or permed hair)Thanks
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Warnings
- Do not flat iron hair (this will remove your pretty curls)Thanks
- but you can curl relaxed hair only (not permed hair)Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.instyle.com/hair/how-to-care-for-permed-hair
- ↑ https://www.instyle.com/hair/how-to-care-for-permed-hair
- ↑ https://www.mochimag.com/mochi-magazine/perm-digital-hot-cold-shampoo-conditioner-curls-tips
- ↑ https://hairpros.edu/how-long-does-a-perm-last/
- ↑ https://thehairessentials.com/how-to-take-care-of-permed-hair/
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