First off, what is a perm? A perm (short for permanent hairstyle) uses chemicals to change the texture of your hair. The process involves breaking down the molecular bonds in each strand and resetting ...

"Korean-style root perms create subtle volume at the root," Dunning explains. This particular type of root perm is gaining in ...

We consulted pros to explain the various types of perms, the step-by-step process, and the best way to maintain your curls. Mint Images/Getty Images The world of perms is undeniably complex. Not only ...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been personally victimized by a bad hair day. For many women, the entire decade of the 1980s may come to mind, namely because of one ...

There are three types of perm methods: alkaline, acid, and exothermic. The latter two are part of the "hot" perm treatment process, which means the solution is applied before heat. A "cold" perm uses ...

I’ve wanted a perm for years now, but with the amount of damage my hair went through with multiple bleaching sessions (I had ...