Perms

As with any great hairstyle, you will still need to blow dry and style your hair to achieve the results in the images on most pages you find but our aim is to revive your hair with curls and volume.
I use a revolutionary perming product called Loreal Dulcia which is suitable for all hair types, even damaged hair.
i also can use olaplex in with the perm to help rebond your hair from the inside
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If you are looking for a long-lasting curly hairstyle your options include:

WEAVE WIND – This gives your roots a lift and a kick rather than actual waves and curls.


PERM – While old-fashioned small perm rollers are 0.5cm, salons can now use up to a 2.5cm bendy roller, which is massive in comparison! This ensures a large curl or wave which can still be straightened using irons if you want a change.
DROP WIND –  By leaving 2 inches from the crown the style is flat on top but gives body and curls on the sides.
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1. Small Perm RodsSmall perm rods have a diameter of a half-inch or less. The following rods produce tight curls and flowing ringlets:
  • 3/8-inch perm rods: Use this size for the tightest corkscrew curls available.
  • 7/16-inch perm rods: Great for very tight curl results, these rods can also create spiral curls on medium to long hair lengths. 
  • 1/2-inch perm rods: These rods are great for small, tight curls and can be used on hair of any length, depending on the desired curl.
2. Medium Perm RodsLarger than small rods, these medium rods can still deliver tight curls:
  • 9/16-inch perm rods: These rods deliver tight, bouncy curls. They create spiral perms for those with long hair. 
  • 5/8-inch perm rods: These rods create firm, springy curls for any hair length. Expect tighter curls than available from large rods.
3. Large Perm RodsThe following large perm rods create medium-sized curls and luscious waves.
  • 11/16-inch perm rods: Ideal for medium-sized curls, this size rod produces voluminous curls for any hair length. 
  • 12/16-inch perm rods: Great for medium-tight curls on long and medium-length hair. People with short hair can achieve an excellent body wave from these rods.
4. Jumbo Perm RodsThese jumbo perm rods measure over 1 inch in diameter:
  • 1 1/16-inch perm rods: This jumbo rod works great for creating bouncy, beachy curls in medium to long hair. They can also add body in shorter hair. 
  • 1 1/4-inch perm rods: Rods of this size can create true curls only in long hair. Otherwise, use it to add body to medium hair.
  • 1 3/8 -inch perm rods: Too large for short hair, these rods add body to medium to long hair.
  • 1 1/2-inch perm rods: The largest curl rod, use these only to add body.
Types of Perm RodsIn addition to different sizes, perm rods come in the following different types:
  • Straight perm rods: Straight rods have the same diameter for the entire length of the rod. These create uniform curls and waves. 
  • Concave perm rods: The most commonly used perm rods, concave perm rods measure thinner in the middle and thicker at the ends. Use these rods to create curls of varying tightness.
  • Flexi-rods: As the name says, flexi-rods have flexibility so you can wrap your hair around them as well as flex the rod into shapes, which adds even more texture and body to your hair. They come in various diameters like other rods, allowing loose waves or tight ringlets. Use them at home to achieve a variety of curl results.
Concave Perm Rods vs. Straight Perm RodsChoosing between concave or straight perm rods depends on the look you want to achieve. When choosing, consider these differences:
  • Concave rods, the most commonly used rods, produce curls that are tighter at the center but looser near the ends. Because of its concave shape, these rods can sit closer to your head and produce curls of varying thicknesses. 
  • Straight rods have the same thickness end to end and create uniform curls. These rods can’t be rolled close to your head, especially with longer hair, and make a great choice when wanting body waves.
Types of Perm Rod MaterialsJust as perm rods come in different shapes and sizes, they come in the following materials, each with its own benefits:
  • Plastic perm rods: The most common type of perm rod, you can easily clean and disinfect plastic perm rods.
  • Wooden perm rods: For those wanting to reduce plastic use, wooden rods make a good choice, although they make cleaning and disinfecting a bit more difficult. Their smooth, wooden surface can also make it more difficult to keep hair rolled onto them.
  • Self-fastening perm rods: Covered in tiny teeth, these plastic rods cling to your hair like a hook-and-loop closure, making it easier to roll on hair while keeping the rollers in place. Note: These rollers aren’t used in chemical perms.
How Many Perm Rods Do I Need?Determining how many perm rods to use depends on the desired outcome and the length of your hair. Tighter curls need more rods than perms with looser curls or waves, and people with longer hair need more rods than people with shorter hair. 
Match your hair and style to this list to get an idea of how many rods you need:
  • Tight curls: For tight curls, like 2C hair, in long hair, expect to use close to 50 small-sized rods. People with short and medium hair will use between 20 and 40 rods to achieve tight curls. 
  • Loose curls: If you have long hair, you will use about 30 medium rods or just 20 large rods for a more beachy wave. Short and medium hair lengths will need approximately 24 medium rods for loose curl patterns or 10 to 15 large rods for waves.
Always keep in mind: the more rods, layers, or styles, the higher the cost of the perm.
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