Girls with straight hair often want to wind it up. This is usually done with simple curlers or curling irons. But the effect of such winding is short-lived, it will last just a few hours. To keep their hair curled for a long time, some girls began to resort to "chemistry". If you take care of wavy hair, they will please you for up to several months. The curls are small, natural, elastic or slightly wavy - it all depends on your choice. Unusually looks large perm. It can be done on hair of any length. If you want to do this procedure at home, then it is important to study the basic nuances.
Preparing for the procedure
In order for the perm to pass without complications, the hair needs to be prepared a little. It's important to do it right. Here are the main steps:
- The first thing to do is determine the texture of your hair. They do itin order to determine which type of perm may suit you. Thick curls will require products with a strong fixation, since they are quite difficult to wind. If the hair is thin and weak, then more gentle means are needed here, with a weak effect. On hair with low elasticity, you can not do a perm at all, because they are able to stretch, after which they will not be able to return to their original appearance. Dry hair is also not recommended for curling - it will break even in the process.
- The scalp should be free from various injuries and diseases. First you need to cure all the flaws, and only after that think about the perm.
- Do a little chemistry test so you know if you're allergic to it. Apply a small amount of curling fluid to a cotton swab, wipe the skin behind the ear with it. Wait a while, if there are no suspicious rashes or reactions, then everything is fine, but if the skin area is reddened or itchy, then wash everything off with hydrogen peroxide - this means that you cannot do a perm.
- Hair should also be checked for fixative. Apply the composition on a small strand and leave for a few minutes, if the hair is not torn after that, then you can use this product for perming hair.
- Wash your hair before the procedure, this will greatly improve the result.
- If you decide not only to curl your hair, but also to cut it, then first make a haircut and only then a curl.
Which curlers to use
Curlers for perms are better to take a large diameter. Usually in suchcases, plastic hairpins or boomerangs are used.
Some girls celebrate curlers-carvers. They create large and large curls, the volume can be done both at the roots and along the entire length of the hair.
If we talk about boomerangs, it was noted that curling using these curlers causes minimal harm. An unusual wave will only improve the result of the overall curl.
The benefits of "chemistry"
Large perm has a number of positive qualities. There are enough pluses, consider each of them:
- After curling, the hair becomes more obedient. They are quite easy to style in any hairstyle.
- The hair becomes more fluffy and voluminous.
- Modern perm hair brings minimal harm. Manufacturers make the composition of the funds sparing. Curls look neat and well-groomed.
But it is worth remembering that the hair dries a little after that, so buy special products for care. After all, curled curls need much more care.
Flaws
Despite the fact that there are enough pluses, there are also enough minuses:
- After you have done a large perm on your hair, they dry out a little. To smooth this out a bit, your hair needs careful care. It is better to do the curling procedure with an experienced master, because a beginner can make the solution wrong and then the hair will become burnt and lose its natural look.
- Scalp toodoes not tolerate the procedure of curling. Itching and even dandruff may appear.
- If you do not do styling, then the hairstyle will not look very well-groomed.
- When you get bored with curls, it will be almost impossible to get rid of them.
- At the first time after curling, the hair emits a chemical smell, it will not disappear too quickly. It may take up to several weeks before the odor completely disappears.
- Alkaline and acidic curlers wash out even the most resistant hair dyes, so be prepared for a slight change in hair color after the procedure.
Curling for long hair
A large perm on long strands looks very impressive and beautiful. Usually, the hair roots are not twisted much, but along the entire length, strands are made into more twisted rings. The number of strands depends on the composition of the curling agent or on the size of the curler. To make additional volume, a haircut is done in a cascade or with a small graduation.
For long curls, it is not too easy to do the curling procedure, so it is better to turn to an experienced master. It will make the hair neat, without unnecessary creases and burning hair.
Waving medium curls
Large perm on medium hair also looks quite attractive. Bob-car, square or short flight of stairs - the best option for curling. Depending on the thickness of the hair and the thickness of the curls, curling products can also be used.various: from acidic to alkaline composition of the drug.
Large strands are easier to style and do not tangle as much as small curls. To make the bangs look harmonious with all the hair, they also twist it, but the composition is made less concentrated.
Large biowave is the best option for oily hair. It is also able to regulate the work of the sebaceous glands. For thin curls, it is better not to do any perm at all, because from it they become even thinner, begin to break and get confused.
Curling for short hair
Waves on short curls, as well as on long and medium ones, depend not only on the thickness and volume of the hair, but also on the hairstyle. On a bob or bob, it is better to do chemistry on large curlers or spiral ones.
If you have a round or oval face, then you do not need to make curls sticking out in different directions, this will visually expand it even more. An excellent option for short strands is curling on short bobbins. Some make curlers for different sizes, combining, so the hairstyle acquires a certain zest. If the face shape is classic - oval, then you can make curls of any size.
It is strictly forbidden to perform any kind of perm during critical days, because the curls will not hold. This is because a woman's body is being rebuilt these days and the result of a perm can be unpredictable.
How to perm at home
To make your own perm, you need to do the followingsteps:
- Before applying the curling product to the head, try not to massage it, so the condition of the scalp after curling will be better. Dry your hair well and comb it.
- Divide all curls into several zones. Most often it is the back of the head, temple and two side parts.
- The technology for performing a perm for large curls is as follows: in the crown area, separate a small strand, comb it with a thin comb and pull it perpendicular to the head. Insert this strand into a leaf folded in half, wind the tip, then completely, not too tight, wind the rest of the strand. It is not necessary to do close to the roots, then fix the curlers. Do the same with the rest of your hair. Move first to the sides, and then closer to the back of the head.
- Smear the area near the hair growth with a regular cream, this is done in order to avoid irritation of delicate skin.
- Put on protective gown and gloves. Pour the solution into a bowl, some girls prefer to use Estel Niagara. Usually for short hair you need 50 ml, for medium - 100, and for long - 150. Gently spread the product with a sponge. First, treat the area from the back of the head to the forehead, and then on the sides. The solution must be applied quickly, but do it carefully so as not to hook on unprotected skin. Then put a plastic cap on your head and wrap it with a towel.
- "Chemistry" for large curlers should be checked in 10-15 minutes. Unwind about 4 curlers in different parts of the head, if you are not satisfied with the result, then wind them up again and wait some more time. This process also needs to be done with gloves. Periodically check the quality of the received curls, but in no case should you keep it longer than the period indicated on the package.
- After the required time, rinse the solution with warm water, while the curlers do not need to be touched. Lightly blot your head with a towel. Next, take the fixative, pour half of the total volume into a bowl (this applies to foam), beat it to foam and distribute over all hair. If you have a regular fixative, then 1/2 of the product can immediately be applied to the head. Remove all curlers after about 8-10 minutes. Only after that, apply the rest of the fixative to the curls.
- After 5 minutes, wash off all the product from the head. It is advisable to rinse with vinegar solution. For long hair, you may need 4 liters, add 130 g of vinegar essence to the water. If the hair is short, then you can make half. Dry your hair with a towel, do not use a hair dryer. Then fluff your hair with your hands, after that you can apply a balm and put it on curlers.
How long does a curl last
Such "chemistry" for large curlers, made at home, can last from 2 to 6 months. If the product was used alkaline, then up to 6 months it should keep the hair, acid perm lasts less, up to 2 months.
The better your hair care, the longer you will enjoy curls. If you use shampoos and balms for wavy hair, then this can significantly prolong the effect. It can be up to 9 months old. Large curls will unwind a little faster thansmall.
Types of perm hair for large curls
Today, there are quite a few types of perms. All of them are somewhat more forgiving than those used in the distant past. They don't damage the hair that much. Let's consider some. It is worth noting that the most commonly used curling products are Paul Mitchell products.
Acid
To date, this is one of the most popular and persistent perms. The active component of the product is glyceryl monothioglycolate, it is thanks to it that curls last up to six months. Its pH level is low, ranging from 6.9 to 7.2.
Acid perm cannot be called absolutely safe and harmless. But it wins over other technologies. After all, this tool penetrates inside the hair, so to speak, through the outer layer of scales, but does not damage the protection. Also, the whole process is accompanied by exposure to high temperature, thanks to which the curls are strong and remain for a long time.
Acid perm hair products do not cause severe swelling of the curls, so you can fix it with some tension. But, if this is not done, the curls will have a different shape and a sloppy look. This perm won't last long.
This type of perm may not be suitable for everyone. It is undesirable for owners of thin and soft hair to use this remedy, because after the "chemistry" the hair is stretched at the roots and does not hold its shape at all. Still does itcurls are too brittle. Also, acid perm is not safe for girls with sensitive scalp.
Alkaline
This type of perm has a high pH level - it ranges from 8 to 9.5. It is not as resistant as acidic. It can last up to three months. Most often, such a perm is done in order to style unruly hair. After the procedure, the curls are more curled and look like natural ones.
The main component of this solution is ammonium thioglycolate. This component is obtained by mixing glycolic acid and ammonia. It gets inside the hair, opening the cuticle scales. This type of perm is a little safer than acid perm, because the hair is not exposed to high temperatures. The whole process of "chemistry" is faster, but the agent cannot be kept longer than the specified time.
A large alkaline perm may not be suitable for all hair, for example, on heavy and hard perm it will last several times less - about a month and a half.
After studying the two types of curls, you should understand which one can suit your hair. But keep in mind an important point: alkaline perms do not damage hair as much as acid ones.
Thioglycolic Acid Curl
This process is considered to be the most gentle. When processed, the hair does not swell as much as with an acid or alkaline wave. It is allowed to do it even on dyed hair. But still, it will not be possible to walk with curls for a long time - they will disappear in about a month.
Amino perm
If you have neverdid a perm, it is better to start with this one. The product contains amino acids and proteins. They make the process the safest and cause minimal damage to the hair.
The same ingredients strengthen and heal hair. Curls after the procedure have a very attractive and natural look. It is not recommended to do it on too hard and heavy hair. After all, from their weight, they will unwind much faster.
With silk proteins
This type of perm has recently gained quite a lot of popularity. The product contains silk proteins. The component favorably affects the condition of the hair. Even for clarified curls, this "chemistry" will be useful. You will be walking with curls for about a few months.
To make the perm last longer, it is recommended to do it on short or medium length hair. This way they won't straighten up from their own weight.
Biowave
This is the latest hair curling technology. Biowave Paul Mitchell is also considered one of the safest. A special feature is that the product does not contain ammonia, peroxide and thioglycolic acid. Instead of these components, preparations similar to hair molecules are used. After this procedure, the hairstyle looks well-groomed and the appearance of natural curls is created.
If you keep the correct sequence of a large biowave, it will last up to six months. But if the hair is naturally a little curly, then the hairstyle will last up to nine months.
The whole biowaving processtakes place in three stages. First, the hair is wound on curlers and treated with a special curling agent. They are loaded with protein. After that, a product with a different composition is applied, it helps to thicken the protein. And only after that, a third agent is applied to the hair to restore the acid-base balance, as well as good fixation of the curls.
Perm kits are different. Most often, they include the following components:
- Chemical drug or lotion. This is the most basic thing you need to create a beautiful hairstyle.
- Balm. It is necessary in order to restore the structure of the strands.
- Retainer. It will be needed to secure the curls at the last stage.
Some sets also include a cape. Gloves must be required, if they are not, then by all means get them. After all, without gloves, diluting funds is very dangerous for he alth. All compounds are chemical, so precautions must be strictly observed.
Perm Hair Care
Since after the curling procedure the curls become a little weakened, then their care should be appropriate. They may even be brittle and dry, and a small amount of hair loss has been observed. Choose products with collagen, silk protein and panthenol. It is important to use a variety of sprays and masks to protect against split ends, as these tend to suffer the most.
An important point is that it is not advisable to wash your head after a perm for 3-4 days. After that usesoft shampoos for curly hair - then the hairstyle will please for a long time.
