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Most of us thought thatpermswent the way of shoulder-pads.

But decades after the 1980s, both are back.

And perms (short for “permanent wave”) look altogether different these days.

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Check out 27 modern spiral permsthatdon’tlook like ’80s throwback picsbelow.

Rounded Bob

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This rounded bob uses shape to show off the tightspirals.

Here, ends hit at the ears, and matching spiral-permed bangs add to the overall look.

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To replicate this look, ask your stylist not to perm your bangs.

Instead, use a round brush to blow-dry it slightly under.

Soft Layers

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Here, layers make the look appear natural.

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We also love the addition of the ombre ends, which further accentuates the layers.

Shaggy Bangs

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Pair your perm with shaggy bangs and loose layers for ’70s-chic perfection.

(And of course, this copper hue is next-level cool, too.)

woman with spiral perm and straight bangs

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Ask for a curly,wavytexture that’s totally edgy instead.

This short, lightweight bob is just the ticket to curls that look alive.

These waist-length spirals prove a perm looks fresh on ultra-long hair, too.

woman with layered spiral perm

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Blunt Bangs

Make a major statement with blunt curly bangs to complement long, luscious permed locks.

Barrette Babe

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After getting a perm, youmaynotice styling suddenly becomes a breeze.

We love this simple, effortless look, adorned with just abarrette.

Modern Spiral Perms Blonde

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Lots of Layers

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How cute is this layered perm?

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Tousled Texture

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Get the tousled beach-wave vibe with a relaxed spiral perm.

Modern Spiral Perms Shaggy Bangs

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How soft, touchable, and pretty are these waves?

We love this long, loose, and luxurious-looking ‘do.

Here, the curls are natural-looking, touchable, and modern.

Modern Spiral Perms Curly Waves

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With lots of layers and face-framing tendrils, this bouncy bob was brought to life by a spiral perm.

It’s game over.

Accessorize this chic, tousled style with abandanafor bonus points.

Modern Spiral Perms Curly Bob

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Brushed-Out Bangs

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BRBwe’re suddenly feeling edgy, artistic, and bold.

This spiral perm style combines blunt bangs with a brushed-out texture and it’s giving usmajorhair envy.

Lightweight & Fresh

A fresh, lightweight bob with a wavy texture and face-framing bangs?

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Bouncy Spirals

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you could’t go wrong with bouncy spirals and soft texture.

For this look, the bangs are just slightly asymmetric, rather than blunt.

Here, layers frame the face and the whole look is topped off with a newsboy cap.

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Modern Spiral Perm with Barrette

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Modern Spiral Perms Piecey Waves

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Modern Spiral Perms Short and Blunt

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Modern Spiral Perms Layered

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Modern Spiral Perms Tousled

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Modern Spiral Perms Long

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Modern Spiral Perms Touchable Softness

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Modern Spiral Perms Bouncy Shag

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Modern Spiral Perms Pixie Cut

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Modern Spiral Perms Brushed Out Bangs

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Modern Spiral Perms Long Lush

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Modern Spiral Perms Lightweight

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