Perms for Men: Everything You Need to Know Before Getting One

In this article, Perms (permanent waves) are an effective way of adding texture and volume to your hair by breaking and reforming its bonds with chemicals. Perms come in various varieties; you could end up with curls, waves or straightened locks depending on what type of perm you opt for and its technique.

Perms are not limited to women either; more and more men are turning to this hairstyle in order to express themselves visually and individually. But before getting one yourself there are a few things you need to know beforehand such as types, pros/cons of perming as well as how best care for permed hair care – we will cover everything here so don’t worry about getting an inferior permed perm for men.

Types of Perms for Men

There are various kinds of perms designed specifically to men. Their variety depends on your desired curl size and direction of waves or curls – here are a few popular varieties:

• Spiral Perm: This form of perm creates tight corkscrew curls from roots to ends of hair. Ideal for men with long or medium-length locks looking for texture and movement in their locks, spiral perms are achieved by wrapping small sections of hair around long thin rods placed vertically on your head.
• Body Wave Perm: This perm creates loose, natural-looking waves to add body and volume to your hairstyle. Ideal for men of all hair lengths looking to enhance or subtly change their natural wave pattern or experiment with their current one, body wave perms are done by wrapping large sections of hair around thick rods placed horizontally across your head.
• Digital perm: This type of perm combines heat and digital technology to produce soft, bouncy curls that last longer than traditional perms. Ideal for men with medium-length or long hair who wish to achieve a modern and trendy look, digital perms involve applying chemical solution directly to the hair before attaching heated rollers controlled by digital machines that adjust temperature and time according to your hair type and condition.

Straight Perm: Also referred to as Relaxers or Japanese Straightening, these perms use chemicals to permanently straighten hair by permanently eliminating frizz or curl. Ideal for men with curly or wavy locks who desire sleek and smooth results, straight perms require applying a chemical solution followed by using a flat iron to seal in its effects and produce long-term straightening effects.

Pros and Cons of Perms for Men

Perms for men offer both benefits and drawbacks depending on your personal preferences, hair type, lifestyle needs and desired look. Here are some pros and cons of perms:

Pros

• Perms can give your style and personality a fresh new edge that suits both of these elements.
• Perms add texture, volume, and movement to the hair making it more desirable and versatile while at the same time emphasizing natural features of your face shape, eye color or skin tone.
• Perms can save both time and money when it comes to styling products and tools, as your hair will already have the shape you desire.
• They can last several months depending on their type and how well you take care of it.

Cons

• Perms can cause irreparable damage to your hair due to their chemicals; weakening, drying out or breaking apart strands is only one potential side effect of perming; moreover they may also cause allergic reactions, irritations or burns if applied improperly or by those with sensitive skin and/or lack proper aftercare practices.
• Perms may restrict your options when styling your hair, as they require professional salon services as well as specific products and tools for maintenance.
• Perms may also be expensive as they require the services of a stylist and their own products and tools for upkeep.
• Perms may gradually lose their shape over time if exposed to heat, humidity or chlorine.

How to Care for Your Permed Hair

If you opt for a perm, it’s essential that you take proper care in maintaining its health, shine and beauty. Here are some helpful hints on how to care for permed hair:

• After receiving a perm, allow at least 48 hours for all the chemicals to fully set and bond to your hair before washing your locks. This will enable them to do their work as desired and remove the need for post-perm care and maintenance.
• Use mild, sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner that have been specially developed for permed hair to gently cleanse and moisturize without stripping away its natural oils or the perm effect.
• Avoid hot water, blow dryers and flat irons on permed hair as these will dry it out, damage it and change its structure. Instead use cool or lukewarm water with air drying or use a diffuser on low settings as alternatives to create beautiful waves or curls in your perms.
• Apply a leave-in conditioner, serum, or oil to permed hair to nourish, protect, and enhance its curls or waves. In addition to that, try applying curl cream, gel, or mousse as these will define and hold in your desired curls or waves in place.
• Trim your permed hair regularly to avoid split ends, frizz and tangles, and to keep its natural curly look. Additionally, get touch-up perms every few months to refresh your style and maintain curly locks.

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