Perm for short hair

Peculiarities

Perm for hair is a procedure when a special composition is applied to the strands, wound on bobbin curlers. After the time required for the procedure has passed, the strands are additionally treated with a fixative, which allows them to obtain the required shape. As a rule, perm looks amazing on medium to long hair, especially thick hair.

Recently, however, stylists have also been practicing chemistry for short hair, and it turns out that it is no worse, it looks feminine and at the same time bold.

It is best to choose the following haircuts for curling:

• elongated square;
• bob square;
• cascade.

As for both types of bob, small curls-curls will look very beautiful; large, wavy curls are perfect for cascade-type haircuts. But on asymmetric hairstyles, chemistry, according to the advice of experts, is better not to do.

Perming on short hair has pros and cons that you should definitely familiarize yourself with before heading to the salon for a new look.

Pros:

1. hair gains density and volume, becomes more magnificent, more beautiful;
2. you do not need to get up half an hour earlier to do styling - literally within a few minutes your hair will be in order;
3. you can use both different types of hairstyles and many spectacular accessories for changing the bow;
4. the face looks younger and fresher;
5. there is no need to visit the salon frequently for correction.

Minuses:

1. any interference with hair growth other than cutting is considered stress, and this is especially true for curling;
2. the components of the means for the procedure can cause allergies;
3. the scalp will be dry, you will need the use of moisturizing nutrients;
4. if you practice chemistry constantly, the strands will lose their shine, become dry, begin to break, split ends will appear;
5. after curling, you should be very careful about dyeing and other similar procedures.

Perm types

Acidic

As the name suggests, a composition is used for curling, in which the main active ingredient is various acids or their combinations. The rest of the composition is additional components and substances.

Acids are mainly used:

• Wine hydroxy acid (does not damage hair roots, is a fermentation product of natural fruits or grapes).
• Glycolic hydroxy acid (used in a large number of products that care for problem and oily skin).
• Trioglycolic (It is not recommended to use such a composition, since it, when combined with various substances, can produce carcinogens that are dangerous to health).

The method itself helps to increase the acid-base level and this increases hair growth, strengthens weak strands. The result is uniform strong curls, excellent hold on short hair.

Neutral

During this procedure, the alkaline balance does not change (the closest to natural), the method is gentle, safe, has been used for a long time and very effectively. The main component is glyceryl monothioglycolate with accompanying natural extracts, acids, oils, vitamins.

Due to the mild effect and the substances do not penetrate too deeply into the hair structure, the effect is not so long. Lightweight chemistry lasts for about 2.5-3 months.

Alkaline

At the heart of the ammonia compound, it is considered the most harmful and has a number of severe contraindications. However, it is very persistent (up to six months), therefore it has its fans. The curls grow back, but practically do not bloom until shearing.

Attention! It can negatively affect the structure of the hair, has a pungent odor when used, it is not recommended to do it at home. After the hair needs special care.

Biowave

Such a perm is also safe for short hair, natural ingredients are used, the main substance is cysteine. However, this method is not often used for short lengths of strands; most craftsmen believe that synthetic protein variations are not able to maintain the desired curl shape on short hair for a long time.

Carving

A new-fashioned way with which you can get a large long-term curl even on short strands. The product is used mild (in the composition of creatine, cocamidopropyl betaine, proteins), but the effect is long-lasting.

Some components degrease the hair, some dryness may appear, proteins give a healthy shine and strength to the strands, a fixing composition is used in the process for a long-lasting effect.

Neutral

This type of chemistry is ideal for all hair types. Thanks to the allotin included in its composition, the curls look natural and the hair well-groomed.

They do not have the effect of "overburned" or "overdried" hair. The curling result is visible for 3-4 months

Biowave

It is the most gentle of all chemicals. The result of this technique will be beautiful, well-groomed, airy curls. Curls last for 3 months. The main advantage of this method is the absence of chemical components that destroy the hair structure.

The biowave uses a synthetic protein called keratin. Biowave is very easy to use. Before you start using it, you should wash your hair with a special shampoo.

Spiral chemistry

The main difference between this chemistry is the way of winding curls on curlers. To create spiral curls, spiral curlers, papillots, knitting needles, boomerangs are used. This type of curling creates curls in a wide variety of sizes.

To create a voluminous hairstyle, you need to wind a lot of thin strands on the selected type of curler. The curls are twisted in a spiral shape. To create a spectacular look for this hairstyle, the strands should be as thin as possible, and the hair should be thick. This perm looks very good in a hairstyle with a wet effect.

When drying your hair at home, you must use a diffuser. If the air flow is directed with a strong stream, the hair will take on a fluffy appearance and the hairstyle will look like a "dandelion".

Amino acid

The preparation contains proteins, so it is ideal for thin short hair.

Amino acid perm is not as aggressive as previously discussed. But the result also lasts no more than 4-5 weeks on the hair.

Silk

Contains silk proteins with the ability to repair damaged hair.

Looks great on short hair. Lasts for 2 months.

Light chemistry for short hair

A light type of perm includes a wet, neutral version, as well as a biowave and a root look. With this choice, you will be able to increase the volume of your hair, as well as make light curls in your hair.

Such turns may have barely twisted ends. And in another version, be formed into a small, not tight curl. Here everything will depend on the diameter of the bobbins used. These types of perm look especially good on bob, bob, and short cascade haircuts.

Large chemistry for short hair

Carving, biowaving, as well as an acidic type of chemistry will help create tight curls with different diameters on your hair. Here, the master uses large-diameter curlers, which, using a special chemical mixture, create a truly chic result.

Such curls look very natural, which allows the girl to look more feminine.

Spiral chemistry

Spiral curling differs in the way it is wound on curlers. In this case, papillotes, boomerangs, knitting needles and spiral curlers are used. Spiral chemistry allows you to create curls of different sizes and elasticity.

To create visible volume, you will need to form many spiral curls.

The strand to be rolled should be very thin.

This type of chemistry is recommended for thick hair. In this case, the bobbins are arranged vertically, and the strands are wound in a spiral. For this kind of curling, the effect of wet hair is suitable.

Advice! When using a hair dryer, you must use a diffuser and blow a wide air stream. If you dry it differently, your hair will loosen up.

Root variant

This chemistry option allows you to create an excellent root volume. It is recommended for thin, thin and lacking curls.

The fixing fluid is distributed only to the roots. The root type of curling will create additional splendor and volume for the hairstyle.

With regrowth of hair, volume is gradually lost.

Advice! To maintain the effect of chemistry for a long time, do not pull out wet curls with a towel. It is also not recommended to go to bed with wet hair.

One of the modern, popular options for root perm is a procedure, the technology of which was developed by the Russian master Elena Glinka, which is called bust up. In fact, this is the consolidation of the corrugation effect by the chemical composition on very thin strands of the lower tier of hair. Corrugation takes place with the help of special non-metallic pins, on which the strands are arranged in the form of a figure eight.

After curling, the upper smooth tier of hair falls to the corrugated lower tier, which maintains the desired volume.

The advantages of this curling:

• Long-term effect - from 3 to 6 months.
• The chemical composition practically does not come into contact with the scalp.
• Hair is lifted above the head due to corrugation and is less dirty, which means less often needs to be washed and styled.
• The effect persists in any season and when wearing any headwear.

Disadvantages of boost up:

• In the case of insufficient qualifications of the master, there is a high risk of serious damage to the hair.
• When hair regrowth, you should be prepared for the fact that, as with any perm, the volume will gradually creep into the ears, so you have to either endure or cut off your hair.
• Duration of the procedure and its high cost.
• Not suitable for very short hair.

Execution technology

Any perm procedure begins with the fact that the master examines the hair and assesses its condition. If there are wounds on the head, the procedure will have to be postponed. If all is well, the next step is to conduct an allergy test. To do this, apply a small amount of perm to your wrist or elbow.

If after 15-20 minutes itching, rashes and other side effects do not appear, you can proceed directly to the procedure.

Perm for very short and thin hair involves the use of papillotes and boomerangs. Moreover, the thinner and smaller the strand, the more beautiful the result will be.

Lush curls can be done by using large plastic curlers. It is the plastic specimens that help to obtain body waves. Arriving at the salon, you do not have to think about such nuances, a professional master will select the type of curlers and curling products on their own, based on your wishes.

However, many girls do not always have the opportunity or time to visit the salon, so the stages of the home procedure for perm should also be considered.

What you need:

• curling agent, you can buy it in specialized stores or beauty salons;
• gloves;
• comb with long sparse teeth;
• foam sponge;
• mixing bowls, only non-metallic;
• a towel or cloth to cover your shoulders;
• shampoo;
• moisturizing oily cream;
• lemon acid;
• curlers of the selected type and size.

Now let's go directly to the description of how to properly curl yourself.

1. Before proceeding with the procedure at home, it is still recommended to visit the master and prepare your hair. This can be a haircut correction or trimming of split ends.
2. Wash your hair well, but do not dry it completely, the strands should be damp.
3. Imagine that you are dyeing your hair, divide it into several zones (partings). Dip a sponge in a curler and brush each strand thoroughly.
4. After that, you can start wrapping. Start at the back of the head, gradually moving to the crown, and then to the temples. When all the hair is already curled in curlers, the strands are additionally lubricated with the remnants of the composition.
5. The next step is to apply a greasy cream to the skin. This care product will help the curls to cope with the stressful procedure more successfully.
6. They put a hat on the head, and then wrap it with a warm terry towel.
7. Next, you need to wait about 20 minutes, and then evaluate the result by trying to untwist one curl. If everything suits you, the curlers can be removed.
8. A small amount of citric acid is diluted in water and the hair is rinsed with the resulting mixture.
9. The final step is to dry your hair and apply any restorative oil.

Price in the salon and for home use

You can entrust your head to a specialist and not worry during the procedure about how correctly everything will be done and what the result will be. This will, of course, be an order of magnitude more expensive, but also more reliable when compared with home conditions in the absence of experience. In the salons, you can make chemistry at a price of 1 thousand rubles.

If you carry out the procedure at home, then it will cost the same amount that will be spent on formulations and care products. How much does home chemistry cost, one can say by purchasing the necessary formulations and tools.

Contraindications

Like any procedure, chemistry has its own contraindications and prohibitions. Much depends on the chosen method and composition. Strong chemicals affect the hair structure and scalp. May cause allergic reactions.

1. Chemistry is not recommended, even sparing for pregnant or lactating women, people prone to allergic reactions, those who have problems with high blood pressure and respiratory tract.
2. The fact is that the components of drugs often have a strong unpleasant odor, therefore, they can provoke irritation of the respiratory organs. Some formulations have a significant warming effect, which can cause a pressure surge.
3. Important! A standard check for a skin reaction is mandatory: a drop of the composition is applied to the scalp or to the bend of the elbow behind the ear and, after waiting for a while, check for redness, itching, and swelling.
4. Chemistry is contraindicated when taking antibiotics, hormonal agents, under stress. If the hair was dyed with basma or henna, during critical days, a perm procedure is also not recommended during a stressful period.

Follow-up care

If you have chosen a perm for hair, you need to be prepared for the fact that such curls must be carefully looked after. Even now, when stylists use the least aggressive ingredients, such a perm sometimes becomes a real test for hair.

1. After you have done the procedure, do not rush to wash your hair and pamper your hair with different masks. Experts advise to wait at least two days, or even better - three.
2. Check with your professional which shampoos will have the mildest effect, you may need to purchase professional products.
3. As soon as the first days after curling have passed, start taking care of the curls: make masks, drink vitamins for hair growth and strengthening, use rinses.
4. Forget about shampooing or brushing your wet hair.Such procedures will speed up the wear of the hairstyle.
5. It is not always advisable to use styling products, sprays and varnishes. Just try to tangle your hair with your fingers without using a comb and you will see how your haircut will take on a daring charm.
6. Severely limit the use of your hair dryer. It is best to wash your hair with some time, and not before going out, so that it has time to dry. The use of a hair dryer can ruin the structure of hair that is already brittle after the procedure.

How long does the effect last

Depending on the chemical composition applied to the strands and the technique used, the curling can keep the effect for up to 6 months. Also, the care of curls after the procedure plays an important role.

Reviews

Reviews for a perm are just the opposite: negative and positive, no one is indifferent. Negative comments, as a rule, are left by girls who have been treated by an unprofessional stylist who has not been able to correctly select the technique and type of perm. Here are some user reviews:

Marina: “I have naturally thin thin hair. All my life I fought to give them volume: I twisted my curls with curling irons, slept on curlers, braided pigtails for the night. But the effect was either short, like from curlers, or deplorable - from the curling iron damaged my hair. As a result, I decided: I signed up for a bob haircut and made large curls. There is no limit to my delight! There is no hassle in the morning, the hair has not deteriorated after the procedure and is always voluminous and lively. "

Anastasia: “I did the root volume six months ago. So I have never been disappointed: the master pored over my head for several hours, after which I came out with spoiled hair and the lack of what I was walking for - there was no volume! I was restoring my hair for about 3 months, after which, nevertheless, I again decided on this procedure. This time I went to the salon that I chose according to the reviews. The hairdresser is a miracle, she has created a magnificent hairstyle out of my thin thin hair. Now I don’t worry about my styling: even when it’s raining outside, my hairstyle doesn’t change. ”

Follow-up care

After a chemical procedure, the hair shaft is damaged. To restore the health of the curls and prevent them from brittleness and dryness, special care should be taken:

1. For the first few days after the procedure, do not braid or tighten the curls in another way.
2. Do not use thermal devices after the procedure.
3. Forget about metal-toothed combs.
4. Use special mild shampoos to wash your hair.
5. Use thermal protection before using hot appliances.
6. Do not use hair smoothing products.
7. Do not create hairstyles that require bouffants.
8. Protect curls from ultraviolet radiation.
9. Do not go to bed with a wet head so as not to damage the shape of the curls.
10. Do not wring out your hair after shampooing.
11. You just need to blot them with a towel.
12. Trim the ends regularly.
13. Provide complete hair care: after each shampooing, use a conditioner or balm, apply regenerating masks 2 times a week, do not forget about indelible oils and moisturizers.
14. To maintain the smoothness of the hair, rinse it with herbal solutions and make oil masks (coconut, almond, grape seed, argan).
15. Take vitamin complexes containing fish oil and B vitamins.
16. Brush your hair less often than usual.
17. It is advisable to refuse dyeing and bleaching of hair.