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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 ...

FARGO - We've all heard the horror stories - a ringlet perm gone wrong, resulting in a frizzy, fried, crunchy hairstyle for months to come. While the thought of an '80s-esque perm may be terrifying, ...

It sounds like every woman’s dream come true: magnificent hair with body, volume, and that perfectly imperfect look the French do so well. If you think messy buns are chic, you’ve probably fallen hard ...

The "New Wave" takes the technique of a traditional perm without the strong stench and super-tight spirals, leaving hair with a slight bend commonly categorized as "beach waves." By Melissa Magsaysay ...

Given today's trends, you might think that the curly perm is best reserved for your mom's #TBT photos — but it's actually alive and well, and better-looking than ever before. For straight hair types ...

During the ‘80s, tight, springy curls achieved via perms were everywhere. In the ’90s, they took a backseat to straighter styles and treatments, but they’re back and better than ever. With more ...

Our tester gives it to you straight... Big curls are big news this year. On the catwalks, they can be seen tumbling in waves; in magazines, they are wafting across the pages; and in our dreams, they ...

Wait long enough and everything comes back in style is an age-old truism. That day has arrived for perms. Hair salons across metro Detroit are seeing a blast from the past with the return of the ...

Everything you thought you knew about perms: lock that away in a 1982 time capsule and give the key to your nearest keeper. The latest version to sweep salons is infinitely cooler, and requires a lot ...