How to Wash Hair After a Perm

How to Wash hair after a perm. They way you wash your hair can affect your perm.

Steps

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    Wait at least 3 days to wash newly permed hair, or your perm would not last as long.[1]
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    Use hair care products that are safe for permed hair .[2]
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    Wash your hair gently (don't scrub too hard or your hair will tangle up)(your hair is very porous and fragile).[3]
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    Gently rinse your hair.
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    Apply conditioner to your hair (Conditioner will help you reduce the damage of your hair).[4]
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    Use a wide tooth comb to untangle your hair) (start at the bottom and work your way to the top to reduce breakage to a minimum).[5]
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    Once a week use a deep conditioner, (follow instructions on the back).
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    What kind of conditioner should I use?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Preferably a deep conditioner that does not contain sulfates or parabens.
  • Question
    Can I wet hair only just to set it with curlers?
    Sherry Gregory Williams
    Sherry Gregory Williams
    Community Answer
    Yes. It should be fine to re-wet with curlers, or just spritz with a spray bottle, then reshape by scrunch drying with a low dryer setting.
  • Question
    I accidentally washed my hair after a perm. Is it okay? What should I do?
    Aquanet Queen
    Aquanet Queen
    Community Answer
    It depends on how long ago you got the perm. If you washed it after 48 hours of having the perm, you should be fine. But if you get your hair wet before that, then your curls will most likely be ruined. Perhaps you should contact your hair stylist and tell them what happened, and they can tell you what you can do.
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Warnings

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.instyle.com/hair/how-to-care-for-permed-hair
  2. ↑ https://www.instyle.com/hair/how-to-care-for-permed-hair
  3. ↑ https://www.mochimag.com/mochi-magazine/perm-digital-hot-cold-shampoo-conditioner-curls-tips
  4. ↑ https://hairpros.edu/how-long-does-a-perm-last/
  5. ↑ https://thehairessentials.com/how-to-take-care-of-permed-hair/

About This Article

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Co-authored by:
Tiffany Carnevale-Russo
Licensed Cosmetologist
This article was co-authored by Tiffany Carnevale-Russo. Tiffany Carnevale-Russo is a Licensed Cosmetologist and Salon Manager at Jaxson Maximus, a men’s salon and custom clothiers based in southern Florida. With over 19 years of beauty industry experience, she specializes in haircuts and hairstyling for men and building salon brands. Tiffany received her Cosmetology License from Paul Mitchell the School Rhode Island. This article has been viewed 165,973 times.
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Updated: November 23, 2022
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Categories: Perms
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