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This has been one of the most liberating experiences for me and given the downturn of the economy, I think it’s the best time to be perm-free. When I first moved to the United States from...
Get a perm in your hair for a great lift in your spirits. Enjoy the soft bouncy curls and the fact that you can wear it all day and not have to do a thing. Now, reality sets in and you wonder how...
Perms, like any chemical treatment, can take a toll on your hair's health. After a perm, your hair will tend to be dryer and more vulnerable to damage, so it's imperative to care for your hair...
Transitioning from relaxed to natural hair can be accomplished in a variety of different ways. Many options are available to those individuals wanting to make this change. The following will...
So you're considering going Natural but don't really know how to start? Well here are some tips and suggestions from a perm-free Natural sista who decided to do the Big Chop over 3 years ago and...
Transitioning from permed to natural hair can be very challenging. Many women today are growing comfortable in their own skin and are ready to reveal their roots. :)
Learn hair care tips on how to use styling products like gel and pomade in naturally curly or permed hair in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Are you considering getting a permanent? A permanent wave can be a quick way to add wave or volume to lackluster hair. It can be particularly helpful for the woman who spends inordinate amounts of...
Locking your hair doesn't have to be time-consuming and dramatic. This is how I locked my hair 8 years ago. No cutting off all my hair, no special waxes, and no drama.
Thinking about getting a perm or already have one? These tips will keep your curls soft, shiny, and ultimately healthy!
Wrapping your hair is often the most tedious and unnerving experience. I have seen many doobies go astray because the hair was not conditioned properly. Take my advice. If you want a long lasting...
Hair is the first thing people notice about you and if you want to give a lasting first impression you will have to take care of your hair. Hair can be sexy, or it can be ugly, you can color...
If you have decided to "go natural" you probably spent some time debating the pros and cons. You finally took the plunge (good for you) and now are stuck trying to figure out how to...
Choosing which hair highlighting product to use can be a frustrating process. The purpose of highlighting hair is to bring out some aspects of your hair color and hide others. When choosing a...
Sistas, you’ve had it with your color treated, permed and/or damaged tresses. You’re ready to do away with the long hours in the salon. You’ve spent money on products promising to fix the trauma...
Shampooing your hair after a permanent is a delicate process. Washing your hair too soon after the treatment can deactivate the chemicals, causing a waste of time, money and damage to your hair....
Permanents produce varying effects on your hairstyle, from tight curls to simply giving your hair more body and wave. Caring for a hair permanent properly will keep your permed hair looking...
Learn hair care tips on how to remove styling products from naturally curly or permed hair and set curls with the hair dryer in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Learn styling tips on how to dry naturally curly or permed hair styles in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Learn styling tips on how to create a twist hair style for naturally curly or permed hair medium to long length in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Learn hair care tips on how to straighten medium to long hair that is naturally curly or permed in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Learn hair care tips on how to use Spiro rods in medium to long hair, naturally curly or permed in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Learn hair care tips on how to use curling rolls and rods in medium to long curly hair, naturally curled or permed in this free hair care video clip from our hair styling expert.
Perms involve curling hair with rods or curlers, and then applying chemicals to the hair. The chemicals break down certain bonds in the hair's natural texture so the hair remains curly after...
Perms can sometimes turn out differently than you expected. Your hair may not take the curl enough and then there are occasions when the perm results in curls that are too tight. If you find that...
Some of us who get a perm realize that it doesn't look the way we thought it would. Once you have received a perm, the only way to fully remove it is to let the permed hair grow out. However, you...
When you get a perm, chemicals are applied to your hair that alter its composition. Like its name, a perm is designed to be permanent so it can be difficult to remove it. There are, however,...
Want to make that perfect new shade of red last? Follow these directions to get the most longevity out of your shade.
Eyelash perming is a cosmetic procedure that uses chemicals to make your curled eyelashes stay in place. Eyelash perming is the permanent solution to eyelash curling, which must be done every day....
Since the dawn of time, women and men have tried dramatic techniques to enhance their looks. Of late, a trendy new idea has become wildly popular around the globe: permed lashes. This time-saving...
So you have spent about $200 on your brand new hairstyle. I'm sure you would want to keep it curly and wavy for quite awhile. All you need are 4 items, and your newly permed hair is here to stay.
It seems as if not too many are satisfied with the hair they are born with. Those with straight hair want curls. Those with curls want it straight. Blondes might go brunette for a while, and...
Aftercare for permed eyelashes is important to keep the lashes healthy, and includes making sure not to get them wet for 24 hours and not pulling or tugging on them at all. Care for freshly permed...
Women often desire a versatile hairstyle. While permed curls can be flirty, carefree and sophisticated, sometimes straightening curls for a clean, smooth look is more ensemble-appropriate....
Around 15 years ago, at the age of 40, I became convicted after reading 1Corinthians 11:1-16, to grow my hair long (and cover it, but that isn’t what this article is about). At the time, my hair...
So, your perm is at that awkward phase in which it is not quite a perm, but by no standards a normal head of hair. No fear, over time women just like you have devised methods for making their...
The big hair of the 1980s may be making a comeback. If you look at pictures from this time period, you see young women with wildly permed hair, big bangs and forelocks that overwhelmed their...
Although "80s hair" might conjure up images of length and curls, short styles were just as popular during that hair-obsessed decade. The key was volume--especially volume on top--and surprising...
It is possible to have both colored and permed hair. In certain cases, they can be achieved back to back. A perm will most definitely alter your hair color. Depending on the condition of your...
Nearly three-quarters of the female population will color their hair at least once during their lifetime. A majority of them will continue coloring off and on for years. Many choose hair color to...
A perm, or permanent wave, is a way to chemically alter the structure of your hair so that the hair changes its shape and morphs from straight to curly. Because the change is semi-permanent, it...
Hair is an extension of personalities. For some people it is their identity, a security blanket, or something to hide behind. Having "good" hair is important to everyone. "Good" hair means that it...
Hair is an extension of our persona, and some people choose to express themselves in a curly way. For those who don't want to pay to have their hair permed in a salon, a home perm is an option.
Perming is a chemical process that is performed on the hair to make it curly. Perms wrap hair in a variety of different-sized rollers. The different sizes of the rod rollers are what determines...
Some people like to keep up with the latest trends. This is evident with the variety of hairstyles seen in public and on celebrities. One of the ways people tend to update their look is by...
After many years of relaxers I decided to take the journey into growing my natural hair. Here's how I did it.
Spiral perms use vertical perm rods to create cascading ringlets in medium to long hair. Curls last through washing and styling until the hair grows out to its natural state. Because perms use a...