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What is a root perm?
Who can get a root perm?
Anyone who wants more volume at the roots.
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What is involved in a root perm appointment?
A root perm appointment starts with a consultation.
Tang recommends coming in with your hair air-dried so stylists can properly assess your natural texture.
Before and after picture of a root perm.
The stylist determines the number of sections based on the density of the clients hair.
The longer the solution stays in the wavier the results will be.
The average time is about 20 minutes.
Step 5:Lastly, the hair is shampooed, conditioned, and styled.
The stylists we spoke to highly advise against trying this treatment at home.
Anytime you are applyingchemicalsto your scalp and hair, its best left to the pros.
That said, you no longer have to catch a flight to get a root perm.
More and more of those are popping up across the country, especially in and around big cities.
Before and after picture of a root perm.
How long does a root perm last?
The longevity of a root perm can vary depending on factors like hair throw in and maintenance.
He recommends going for a touch-up when you start to see new growth at your roots.
Regardless, thats a lot longer than even the very best blowout.
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