A Guide
to the Newbie: What You Ought to Know About Hair Perms
Curly hair is among the
exceptional hairstyles that possess an appeal that never seems to run
out of style. Gracing the page of every fashion magazine and sported by
prestigious celebrities and top models, the hairstyle has garnered and
maintained a massive amount of popularity among women of all ages. Every
day, millions of women across the world line up at salons, from the
small town beauty shop to the elite professional hair centers to get
those much-coveted curly locks.
For women who wish to try
out the popular hair style for the first time, it is necessary to know
the various facts encompassing hair perms. Hair perms are a risky
process and it is not for everyone. Some hair types are more susceptible
to the various damages associated with the process of hair perming,
making it necessary to conduct a thorough primary assessment. Heavily
colored hair and hair that has been frequently treated in the past may
not be great candidates for hair perming as their hair condition may not
be able to withstand the effects of the chemicals used in the perming
process.
Because of the heavy risks
for hair damage, women who wish to have their hair permed must first
have an in-depth conversation with the stylist of their choice. The
stylist must conduct the necessary assessments and provide the client
with a range of style options. Communication is important prior to perming and the client must be able to provide the stylist with a clear
description of the exact look they are going after. Bringing a picture
or a pointing out an image from among the various hair style magazines
can help both the client and the stylist in understanding each other,
minimizing the chances of error, regret, and complaints.
One common question of the
hair perm newbie is how long the entire hair perming process would take
and how long the perm would last. The answer to this would be
approximately one to two hours. The duration is also dependent on the
length of the woman’s hair. It takes up to a little more than
twenty-four hours before the perm would settle, so a bit of patience is
required. The average hair perm lasts for about two to six months and
depending on the person’s compliance to the appropriate post care of
permed hair.
The client must know what
expect at the salon and what to expect from the stylist. It is expected
for the stylist to apply a minimum of two types of chemicals on the
client’s hair, one to break the hair’s structural bonds and one to serve
as a neutralizer. The client must also expect the stylist to furnish
them with a list of post care instructions and hair care advice. |
