Caring for a fresh perm in the first week

Washing and drying

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Follow the timing your stylist gives you for the first wash. When you do wash, use a gentle shampoo and conditioner, and pat your hair with a towel instead of rubbing.

Let it air dry, or use a diffuser on low heat. Avoid brushing wet waves, since a wide-tooth comb is kinder.

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Gentle habits in week one keep the wave for months.

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Styling

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• Scrunch in a light cream or mousse while your hair is damp.
• Avoid tight hair ties that pull on the new shape.
• Sleep with your hair loose or in a loose scarf.
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Longer term

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Perms usually look best with a regular conditioning routine. Bonding treatments and trims help keep the ends healthy and the shape defined.

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First week checklist

• Follow your stylist's first-wash timing
• Use a wide-tooth comb only
• Skip heat styling while the curl settles