Enter: the beach-wave perm.
However, as withanyintensive and costly beauty treatment, we had some questions and concerns.
To get some answers, we reached out toTabitha Duenasand hairstylist and salon owner Shelley Saunders.
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What Is a Beach Wave Perm?
So what sets the beach-wave perm apart?
Soft, sponge-like rollers are used, as opposed to [traditional] hard perm rods.
I use Arrojo American Waving solution for the beach wave."
The other good news?
And as Saunders notes, a beach wave perm does share some similarities with the perms of the 1980s.
“A modern perm is similar to a perm done years and years ago,” she says.
Straight hair can be transformed into permanent spirals and curls by perming.
Time-wise, the process will set you back about two to three hours in the salon chair.
If your strands are fine and/or color treated, you’ll initiate the risk of severe breakage anddamage.
Another tip?Mind your cut.
How Long Will it Last?
“The results are semipermanent, lasting about four months.
She recommends the Vodana Glamwave Curling Iron.
Due to the nature of the treatment, these added curls should last for about a week.
In terms of products, day-to-day styling should be pretty low-maintenance.
“With new texture comes the need for new product,” she tells us.
“Try scrunching in a frothy mousse while the hair is still wet to encourage wave and separation.
