There are several styles of hair perm available on the market. Each of them utilizes a chemical solution known as ammonium thioglycolate. This chemical can be damaging to the hair and scalp. If the individual’s hair does not take well to the perm solution it may be damaged and take longer to grow back normally. The scalp may become irritated to varying degrees as well.
Spiral Perm
This style of perm creates a fantastic spiral curl that winds down like a staircase. These glamour curls provide a fuller, thicker, look to the hair and it is known to complement an oval-shaped face the best.
Pain Curl Perm
This is the all-purpose hair perm. It works well for any type of face. Small sections of hair will be pinned and pre-formed into curls. Once this is accomplished the process is applied to each section individually. The end result is a soft, natural, wavy-haired look.
Body Perms
This type of hair perm is best suited to a square shaped face. It is designed to give your hair body, movement, and volume.
Root Perm
This style of short hair perm will work the best for people with a heart shaped face. It adds both volume and lift to the hair at the roots.
Acid Perm
This type of perm is considered to be the least damaging due to the nature of the solution used. It can be used on damaged, colored, fragile, and fine hair.
Stacked Perm
This is the go-to perm style for single-length haircuts when you want both curl and volume. The curl achieved will be either tight or loose depending on the curling rod used.
Tips For Hair Perm Care
Getting the perm is only the first step. After you have gotten the cute and sexy new hairstyle of your dreams there are a few things to remember about maintaining it! First, wait three days before washing your hair as this should make the curls last longer. Avoid either blow drying or curling your hair after a perm. A few more tips include forgoing conditioner and allowing the hair to dry naturally. Conditioner may relax the curls, and naturally drying the hair prevents frizzing.
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