This is an effective way to get that curly or wavy hair you’ve always wanted!
A perm is a chemical treatment that can make your hair permanently curly or wavy for a period of time. They can last up to six months, depending on how fast your hair grows and how you treat it. Permed hair needs to be treated and cared for differently than non-permed hair. If you want to make a perm last, here are a number of things you can do:
- Wait to wash your hair until your perm has set in for at least two days.
- Don’t comb your hair for the first 24 hours.
- Don’t dye your hair for two weeks before and after you get a perm.
- Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise.
- Avoid putting your hair in a ponytail before washing your hair.
How to Keep Your Perm Frizz-Free
As with any curls, it’s important to maintain your new look to avoid frizz and tangles. Here’s what you can do to make sure your new curls stay frizz-free.
- Treat Your Hair Like It’s Naturally Curly
A perm makes your hair act as if it is naturally curly, which means that it needs to be treated like curly hair. Choose shampoos and conditioners made for treated hair. Not only will this prevent and reverse damage, but it will also help your perm last longer too.
- Condition and Moisturise
Just like any chemical hair treatment, your hair will most likely be a little damaged after the perm. Make sure to use a conditioner every time you shampoo. If your hair seems a little frizzy, you can get a deep-conditioning treatment to add extra moisture to your locks. Mythic oil is great to use as a leave-in conditioner.
- Stay Away from Heat
Straightening and blow drying your hair can not only create frizz and damage, but it can also loosen your curls. Make sure to use plenty of heat protectant so you don’t damage your gorgeous curls. If you need to blow dry your hair, try to wait until it’s mostly dry and use a diffuser to keep the curl without the frizz.
