Curls are an ideal option for owners of thin and devoid of volume hair. This hairstyle creates the impression of density and strength of curls, gives the appearance of romanticism and femininity. To create certain curls, experts use different types of perm.

Acid and amino acid perms

Initially, thioglycolic or mercaptoacetic acid was used to create this styling. These are universal substances, which, depending on the additional components, contribute to hair coloring, curling, and even are part of some depilatory creams. The principle of operation of the technology is based on the ability of acids to penetrate deeply into the structure of the strands.

Hairdressers use acid perm only in exceptional cases. For example, if the hair is heavy and thick. It's just that no other method here will be effective enough. When working with soft formulations, curls will last no longer than 1.5 months.

This strand structuring technology has many disadvantages. The technique is characterized by a pungent odor and a harsh effect. Due to the large number of side effects and contraindications, it is now carried out using balanced acid mixtures. Unlike the vast majority of perm methods, it does not have a detrimental effect on curls.

Types of methods:

• Endothermic. To carry out the reaction, the head is heated by external heat sources. It can be a hair dryer or a special rack. This method was very common in the 70s and 80s in the Soviet Union.
• exothermic. Here, heating is carried out due to the course of the reaction itself. The method refers to new technologies. It is more gentle and can be used to curl colored or highlighted hair.

Acid perm is carried out according to the standard scheme. First, a softening composition is applied to the curls, which somewhat “dissolves” the upper stratum corneum of the hair. After that, an aggressive acid is smeared on the strand, fixing the curl in a certain position. Neat plastic curlers are used to wrap hair. Rarely - elastic bands on which curls are wound.

Alkaline perm

This technique was first proposed in the second half of the 20th century by scientists and part-time hair stylists Ralph Evans and Everett McDonahue. A rather aggressive mixture of ammonium and glycolic acid is used as an activator and fixative for curls.

How to make an alkaline perm with a video:

• For her, not ordinary papillots with a solid base are used, but peculiar tampons. They are impregnated with an alkaline composition, after which strands of hair are wound around them.
• This mixture is aged for up to 40 minutes and washed off with plain water without shampoo. Unlike modern techniques, there is no need to re-apply the fixer.
• The resulting curls are slightly straightened and the styling is considered complete.

This is an extremely effective, but dangerous procedure. After it, the curls become brittle, dull. Alkali has an unpleasant property to destroy the hair shaft, which also leads to an increase in the fragility of the follicles. A little later, in the 1980s, it was proposed to use balanced acid formulations. Now alkali is used extremely rarely, because it is considered dangerous.

Neutral perm

Almost all types of perms that are available use aggressive acids as permanent compositions. They corrode the top layer of hair. As a result, the strands become lifeless and brittle. Unlike them, neutral perm is carried out with substances with a low pH.

As additional components, the composition of the means for such styling includes allantoin. It is a urea oxidation product obtained by processing urea. Its main property is the softening of the stratum corneum and the acceleration of tissue regeneration. The substance helps to restore strands after acid and normalize the sebaceous glands.

Chemical biowave

Reviews claim that this is an alternative to the listed acid options. This is the softest way of all types of perm, how you can make long-lasting curls for medium hair. Often, a biowave consists of only two components - a fixative and reducing agents. As a component for modeling, cysteamine and glycolic acid are used. These are completely natural components that are present in the human body.

As auxiliary products, as part of the fixatives, you can find a keratin or marine complex, vitamins, amino acids and even oils. The main advantage of the technique over all the others is the ability to reconstruct the hair, while not having a negative impact on them.

silk

A delicate version of hair curling using ammonia-free preparations. It is suitable for owners of long and medium thin hair. A feature of the technique is the presence of natural silk proteins in the active composition. To enrich the hair, collagen and raffinose are additionally used. Raffinose is a type of reserve carbohydrate, it is able to retain moisture and strengthen the core of the curl.

The most famous tool for this styling is the CHI complex. It does not contain any substances that injure the structure of the hair. For this complex perm, a quintessence is used, consisting of waving lotions, an activator and a neutralizer. Unlike other similar products, there is no unpleasant smell after using a silk perm from the hair.

hair carving

It's light chemistry. It is not like any other types of perm hair, because, in fact, it is styling. There are different products for carving: Wella, Londa, Schwarzkof and Cutrin. The listed kits do not contain aggressive glycolic acid, instead they are enriched with carnitine and vitamin complexes.

The long-term laying technique has both advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of the technique include versatility (it is done on short, long and medium hair), durability, the ability to change the hairstyle. By cons: the curls are very dry, become brittle, they cannot be dried without a diffuser and styling products.

Japanese perm

Alkaline-free perm, done on highlights, ombre and bleached hair. It uses cysteine, matrix and betaine as active ingredients. All these are natural substances that are part of the keratinized particles of the human body, including hair.

• Cysteine. An amino acid with a high sulfur content. It is considered a powerful antioxidant, protects the body from the effects of radiation;
• Betaine. Trimethylaminoacetic acid. It is characterized by numerous positive effects on body tissues. It has a moisturizing, protective, softening and firming effect.
• Matrix. The component of the hair that is responsible for the growth and development of follicles. In cosmetics, it is used as a molecular component. Gives strands smoothness and strength, has a beneficial effect on the bulbs.

As a result of this perm, ideal large curls are obtained. Due to the large amount of moisturizing ingredients, such curls are bright, shiny, elastic. But, unfortunately, a similar effect after curling lasts only 1 month. For its further reinforcement, the constant use of conditioners and balms is required.

spiral american

Modern stylists refer this type of perm to the disco style. It was in the 80s of the last century that the tendency to wind strands on hairpins arose. They were placed perpendicular to the central parting. Thanks to this system, the resulting curls looked as natural as possible.

Despite the stereotype, such unconventional curls are large, small, medium. The most fashionable and time-consuming is the Afro option. In it, the hair is wound on countless thin papillots. Biological compounds and light parchment are used as means for fixation.

Ways to wind strands

How the perm will look largely depends not only on the type chosen, but also on the method of winding the curlers, their diameter, and the general structure of the strands. What are the types of perm bobbins:

• Spiral. Unruly, coarse hair is wound on them, which are poorly held on smooth bobbins;
• Cylindrical. They are a cylinder without protrusions or obvious transitions. A strand is wound on them from the very end. With their help, beautiful straight curls are created. It is this type of curler that is used to work out Afro hairstyles.
  

The list below summarizes the main ways to wrap perm curlers, their photos and names:

• Classical. All bobbins are wound exclusively against the face. The first strand from the forehead is taken as the reference point. It is wrapped perpendicular to the central parting;
  
• Rectangular. It is also called block. Conventionally, the head is divided into several vertical rectangular blocks. After that, papillots are wound on each strand;
  
• Chess. Most often used to process haircuts cascade. The first to wind the curlers along the parting. After them, lateral curls are laid in a checkerboard pattern;
  
• Schemes taking into account the diameter of the bobbins. A great option for creating natural chemistry. Natural curls cannot be the same size. To get the effect of a soft transition, small and large bobbins are wound on the parting by alternating. Similarly, repeat with the temporal and lateral sections;
  
• In three bobbins. The technique is used very rarely, exclusively for long hair. The strand is wound onto a papillot from the middle, after which the free area is divided in two. Both halves, in turn, are also wrapped in curlers.

There are also so-called, non-traditional cheat methods. For example, triple or diagonal. These are very peculiar options that are suitable for creating spectacular evening hairstyles or curling very thick and long hair.

For owners of straight hair, who are wondering how to achieve the maximum curly effect, popular perms for medium hair (photo), which look fashionable and beautiful in different designs and options, will certainly become the solution to the problem. It's no secret that every girl with straight strands at least once in her life had to dream of strong, graceful curls that could delight others with their playfulness. Perms for strands of medium length are of particular relevance. They are able to give the hairstyle the desired volume, forming a new interesting, relaxed image of the owner.

A little about the procedure

Perm is used not only for long, but also for medium length hair (photo). Perm is the process of giving a curly effect to hair with the help of special potent chemicals that change their structure.

For the design of curls, different types of chemicals are used, according to which chemistry can be alkaline, amino acid (biowave), acidic and neutral. Alkaline perm has the strongest, but also traumatic effect. The least resistant is acid chemistry. Biowave is a relatively recent invention that can restore the hair structure.

Whatever composition is chosen for the procedure, there are such ways of applying it:

• after winding on curlers;
• before winding on curlers, followed by applying a highly concentrated product to the strands at the roots.

In a similar way, a perm of medium-length hair is performed to obtain medium curls (photo).

Light chemistry for medium hair: the basics of skill

Light perm (carving) is a type of chemistry that is most often used on medium hair (photo). Light chemistry provides volume, waviness of strands of medium length. Carving also contributes to the implementation of simple and unobtrusive styling without much time and effort. Carving is possible both in the salon and at home.

A light perm is a procedure that is often called a cross between classic chemistry and regular styling.

Unlike chemistry, it belongs to the category of sparing procedures. Produced using a special composition, which is much easier and safer for the hair. And compared to styling, its effect is too long. It lasts up to three to four months.

There are many varieties of light chemistry for medium hair. The choice depends on the thickness, structure, volume and other natural characteristics of the strands. So, the most common are:

• lush light chemistry;
• carving with large curls;
• light chemistry with the effect of waves;
• careless carving.

Light curling is performed by performing successive steps after the preliminary preparation of the hair for the procedure. To do this, they must be washed with a special shampoo without a moisturizing effect. Then they should be wound on curlers symmetrically, avoiding creases.

A special tool for carving is applied quite abundantly. It is recommended to water the curlers completely with them, and remove excess liquid using a sponge. The mixture is aged exactly as long as indicated in the instructions or on the package. Any deviations can spoil the effect of light chemistry, as well as harm the hair itself.

After the required time has elapsed, the carving agent is washed off with cold running water. Curlers are not removed - before that, you should get your hair wet and apply a fixative on it. And the last step in creating a light perm for medium hair is to remove the curlers and rinse the resulting curls.

Advice! You can not use a hair dryer to dry after the carving procedure, so as not to spoil the newly formed "fresh" curls. To care for medium hair with a light perm, it is recommended to use a nourishing, moisturizing shampoo.

Vertical chemistry: what is the secret of "bouncy" curls?

An attractive, interesting way of chemistry on medium hair is still considered vertical perm (photo). Varieties of such chemistry are combined into two groups:

• perm with classic large vertical curls;
• spiral vertical curl.

For its implementation, special bobbins are used. They have a conical shape (for the first type of vertical chemistry) or the form of spirals (for the second type of this perm).

The specificity of the vertical curl is that the winding is done exactly the opposite, compared to the classic curl, i.e. from the root to the tip of the strand. In this case, the strands should be evenly distributed along the entire length of the bobbins.

To properly perform vertical chemistry and achieve its maximum effect, it is also necessary to act in accordance with a clearly structured step-by-step instruction.

We propose to consider as an example the technology for performing vertical curling on medium hair using cone-shaped bobbins.

Hair is pre-prepared for curling: thoroughly washed, degreased. After that, with the help of a comb, they are divided into separate strands in squares. The diameter of the squares should correspond to the diameter of the base of the bobbins. So that the division of the strands is not disturbed, they should be fixed with clamps.

Then it's time to apply a special perm. This should be done in the direction from the tips of the strands to the roots. Then the strands are alternately threaded into the holes on the bobbins and wound. This procedure is performed first on the back of the head, then on the sides.

Each strand on the bobbin must be secured with gauze tape wound in the same direction. It must first be moistened in a chemical preparation. Next, a clip ring is put on the bobbin. And the strand is again wetted with a perm.

After all the strands are wound, they are processed with steam. Then the mixture is washed off, they are covered with a fixative. The effect of vertical chemistry - "bouncy" curls, curls.

The Art of Wet Curls

One of the popular varieties of vertical perm is considered to be "wet" chemistry. This type of curl creation does not lose its relevance. After all, what looks beautiful is certainly fashionable. And wet chemistry for medium strands has undeniable "pluses" that have not gone unnoticed by the owners of such a hairstyle.

"Wet" chemistry provides an excellent volume of medium hair from the very roots. Small curls look very attractive. The appearance of even thin, naturally non-volume hair changes qualitatively.

Having decided to try the effect of “wet strands” on yourself, you should first prepare your hair for the perm procedure. To do this, it is necessary to thoroughly degrease them during the washing process. Only in this way will small curls be able to obtain a high level of elasticity and strength.

After an abundant application of a strong chemical preparation for curling, the strands are wound onto the bobbins in a vertical way - from the roots to the tips. In this case, the bobbins must be distributed evenly over the entire head. If you ignore this requirement, "wet" chemistry will turn out to be asymmetric.

The "chip" of this type of curl:

• the smaller the diameter of the bobbins, the more elastic the curl is;
• bobbins are arranged in as large a number as possible in very dense rows.

At the final stage, "wet" chemistry is covered with a special spray, which gives it a glossy sheen. The effect of "wet" strands is ready.

Advice! Particular attention should be paid to the improvement of hair after this procedure. Due to the use of chemicals that are more saturated than for classic curling options, hair requires treatment and rehabilitation: with the help of medicated shampoos, natural balms, masks.

Perms for medium hair: basal volume

Basal chemistry is considered a quick method for obtaining voluminous hair. It is used for strands of different lengths, including medium. Most often, basal chemistry serves as a way to correct already regrown chemically curled curls. But today this type of perm is becoming more widespread as an independent way to give the hair the desired volume, elasticity, splendor.

The specificity of root chemistry is that the strands are not wound along the entire length, but only at the roots.

The very procedure for performing root perm is quite complex and time-consuming.

To perform it, you should divide the hair into approximately even strands, and then wind them on bobbins in the root region for several centimeters. The tail is left behind the bobbin. After all the strands are wound at the roots, a chemical mixture should be applied to them. The drug is not applied to the remaining untwisted ponytails.

To perform it, you should divide the hair into approximately even strands, and then wind them on bobbins in the root region for several centimeters.

After the perm agent has been aged for the required amount of time, it is washed off, the curlers are removed, the curls are strengthened and fixed. After complete drying, an interesting volume effect is obtained from the very roots. It lasts quite a long time - up to four to six months. Looks absolutely natural. This saves time on daily blow-drying.

Advice!The owners of dry and damaged hair, regardless of their length, should refuse root perms in order to avoid excessive drying. Such chemistry at the roots dries the strands very much.

Thus, medium length hair is a wide field for experimentation and creativity in the process of creating curls by perm.

This is a universal hair length. Any chemistry looks harmonious on it. Large and medium curls, light perm-carving, small “wet curls”, vertical spirals, root volume effect - this is an incomplete list of what is ideally combined with medium strands. The choice of the type of perm is a personal matter for each girl. When deciding on the type of curls, it is necessary to proceed from the natural characteristics of your hair.

Radical

Only the root part is wound, without touching the remaining ends of the strands. You need to do this only in the form of a half-eight. Having made the required number of turns, fix it with an elastic band.

Next, the appropriate chemical composition is applied. Leave it for 10-20 minutes. The next step is fixation. To do this, take 50 gr. 3% hydrogen peroxide. You can apply with an applicator or a regular sponge, lather a little and leave for ten minutes.

When the foam settles a little, we unwind everything. And once again apply the fixer for four minutes, no more. Rinse well with water. Well, then everything is in order: drying, neutralization, styling, etc.

This method is good for women:

• with sparse hair;
• frequently using this procedure;
• those who want to get volume, only at the roots of the hair.

vertical

You need to wind the strands starting from the roots, gradually reaching the very tips. Only conical bobbins are used. They must be polymer or wood. With a hole in the middle for threading strands.

Conventionally, the process is divided into the following stages:

1. Mandatory .
2. Comb, divide all strands into squares. Moreover, each should be equal to the diameter of the bobbin. You need to start from the back of the head.
3. Fix with special clamps.
4. Starting from the tips, apply a chemical preparation with a sponge.
5. Pass the curls through the holes of the bobbins.
6. Spin.
7. Secure everything with gauze tape. It must be pre-impregnated with a chemical composition.
8. On all bobbins you need to pull the clamping rubber ring.
9. Re-treat with chemicals.
10. Warm up the hair with warm air using a device specially created for this purpose.
11. Rinse your head.
12. Fixation.

They make it only with special bobbins. Strands of hair are twisted very tightly into a tourniquet. Further in a spiral twist on a bobbin. The coils should fit very tightly to each other. These actions are done in one direction. And then everything is as usual: fixing, applying the appropriate composition, fixing, etc.

It is called so because for its implementation a special protein-lipid composition is used - LC2. A cap made of polyethylene is taken. It has many holes through which the hair is pulled out with a special device.

And then everything is done according to the established order. This method is suitable for women who have health problems. After all, the skin will be protected from negative contact with chemicals. So the procedure is less dangerous.

Chemicals come in various classes. Small, springy curls are obtained, which remain so for up to four months. For laying, you need to use only foam with.

Not suitable for everyone:

• if the curls are hard, the effect will be short-lived;
• greasy curls, after this procedure, will be more like unwashed for a long time.

Light chemistry or carving

Has the least damaging effect. Usually used for:

• giving the missing volume;
• curls;
• long laying.

It keeps its shape for about two months. Bobbins are used in various diameters. It should be carried out only by highly qualified craftsmen in well-established salons.

Large curls look very unusual. Maybe that's why they're so popular. At the same time, it is not difficult to control the elasticity of the curl. Just control the exposure time.

The size will always depend on the thickness of the bobbin used. For fixing it is necessary to use special care products for such a hairstyle. The volume will last up to nine weeks.

Variety of curl types

Perm can magically turn even hair into curls or lush curls that please you, exciting curls, vertical spirals. And this despite the fact that the result of a perm will directly depend not only on the chemicals used, but also on the technique used.

For example, to make the necessary volume, you need to slightly raise them at the roots. "Wet" chemistry can either be spirally curled or wound on curlers of different diameters. Smaller or larger curls will turn out. Everything will depend on your preferences.

When you decide on a vertical perm, you will not regret it for sure. There are a lot of options here, but it is better to trust a professional hairdresser.

What type and type to choose for medium hair

The most ideal option would be root perm. For its implementation, you can choose any type of perm. It is possible to use all kinds of sizes and any diameter: hairpins, curlers, bobbins.

Spiral: can also be successfully used on such curls. They make it with spiral curlers of different diameters, namely with the help of:

• papillots;
• special knitting needles;
• "boomerangs", etc.

Types of spiral curl:

• "broken line";
• local;
• "corrugation";
• "zigzag";
• zonal, etc.

The following types of perms are available:

• neutral;
• amino acid;
• with silk proteins;
• acid.

The degree of damage to your curls does not play any role for a neutral curling method.

Neutral

Good for all hair types. Valid for only two months. Its advantage is undeniable, it has a healing effect on the scalp and your strands. The degree of damage to your curls does not play any role for her.

alkaline

Very durable, with a strong hold. Suitable for all types. But it can do significant damage. It will take a long time to recover after it. It contains ammonium thioglycolate. This mixture of glycolic acid and ammonia. It easily passes inside, thus providing excellent resistance to curls. It does not go away for a very long time, up to five months.

Acid

The effect is not so aggressive, but it can keep its shape for no more than two months. Suitable for not quite healthy or thin hair.

Amino acid

Causes the least harm to health. And what is especially important, the greatest durability of the hairstyle. Useful components that are in its composition are: amino acids, proteins. During the procedure, they go deep inside and perfectly restore it. She has another name - carving. It does not last longer than three months.

With silk proteins

It contains silk proteins. They help improve the structure of the hair. Can be used even on previously bleached hair. But you can only do it for medium length. Will last two months.

Perm has a bad effect on the structure of the hair: it makes them more brittle, dry

Which composition to choose

When the hair is healthy, but thick and hard to curl and does not last long after that, you can opt for an alkaline perm. And it is better to choose medium bobbins.

When the usual thickness, but poorly retained styling, suitable:

• acid;
• amino acid;
• slightly acidic.

You can take all kinds of bobbins. It all depends on your desire and possibilities. If your curls are naturally thin, and you also recently used these services, then you need to choose one of the most gentle - carving. Only an experienced hair stylist can help in the selection.

How is the process of perm on medium hair

Initially, the procedure begins with:

1. Thorough shampooing.
2. Next, we wind the future curls on special bobbins. Their size will depend on the length of the curls and your taste.
3. Then you need to quickly treat with an appropriate chemical solution or a more harmless preparation.
4. Cover with an insulating cap.
5. Hold for 20 to 30 minutes. More precisely, only the master can determine.
6. Unroll in several places and check readiness.
7. If what you see satisfies you, rinse with warm water.
8. Treat with fixative.
9. After 5 minutes, remove the bobbins and re-treat with a fixing agent.
10. Rinse thoroughly after two minutes.

Step-by-step instructions for perm hair

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages:

• rare hair will become voluminous;
• you can make not only the desired curls, but even paint immediately in the desired color;
• daily styling can also be neglected;
• curls make a woman's face more feminine and hide some imperfections.

Disadvantages and contraindications:

• perm has a bad effect on the structure of the hair: it makes them more brittle, dry;
• there is only one way to get rid of it - a haircut;
• who has a predisposition to allergies, you need to play it safe and consult a doctor;
• you should not do this during pregnancy, "women's" days, breastfeeding;
• when taking potent drugs;
• illness, all kinds of stressful situations;
• when painting with henna.

Price

The price for perm hair of medium length is from 1800 rubles.

Care after the procedure

• The head does not need to be washed for three days.
• Do not use hot rollers, electric tongs, hair dryer, etc.
• Do not comb with a brush, only a comb will do for now.
• You can not stay long under the sun.
• Swimming in salt water is not recommended.
• For washing, it is better to use balms, rinses and shampoos for perming.
• Take a health course.
• For styling, take balm foam, it has protective and healing properties.

Luxurious beautiful curls are the cherished dream of many girls who naturally have straight hair. Such a hairstyle as in the photo can be achieved using any modern means for. You can also choose any tools for the same purpose - from a regular curling iron to thermal curlers. But the effect is short-lived, and the time spent on it is too long. Therefore, the most daring ladies often resort to long-term styling.

Nothing paints and rejuvenates a woman like a perm - photos of women taken before and after can clearly confirm this. But there are a lot of types of modern "chemistry". Choosing the right one, you need to be guided by the vision of your future hairstyle - it will be light waves of hair or tight elastic curls. If the girl herself cannot decide, the master of the beauty salon will come to her aid, who will show the catalog with a photo and advise on each of the trendy methods of perm.

Curling with large curls

Beautiful large curls can rightfully be called the pride of many successful pop and show business stars. Beautiful divas smile from advertising posters and glossy magazines, causing the envy of billions of ordinary girls and women with their chic appearance and amazing hairdo. However, the same effect can be achieved with a perm.

Large natural curls, as in the photo, will look especially beautiful on. You can create such curls using curlers, which are larger in diameter than ordinary bobbins. And skillfully using the duration of applying the chemical composition on the strands, you can control the intensity of curls - from light, natural curls to tight, elastic curls.

It is important! You will have to take into account that on long strands, the curls will unwind under their own weight, so the effect of tight curls will not work at the roots.

But this cannot be called a disadvantage either - such a hairstyle will look very natural, especially if you use bobbins of different sizes. Before the perm procedure, the master can offer owners of long curls to make a cascading haircut. This is an extremely profitable option - ready-made curls after curling will lie very beautifully.

Considering that naturalness has long been in fashion and is not going to leave the podium, you can make light waves. This can be achieved by the biowave procedure, as in the example in the photo. For those who want elastic, intense curls, alkaline perm will come to the rescue.

Despite the stunning effect of such a hairstyle, this kind of perm has its drawbacks:

• It is not recommended to make large curls for girls with thin hair - this will not give the volume necessary for the curls to look spectacular. Sparse sagging curls can hardly be called aesthetic;
• Large curls still have to be laid every day. Of course, now it will take much less time, but you still can’t do without curlers. Ignoring the styling will lead to the fact that the hair will be excessively fluffy;
• Unlike some other types of perm, less complex, this one will definitely have to be done in the salon. An imperceptible transition and curls without creases can only be done by a professional. Those who dare to do a perm on their own, may get a result that does not meet expectations at all.

Japanese perm - the choice of the brave

Japanese or matrix perm is another spectacular kind of "chemistry". It was created by specialists from Goldwell, who created and patented a whole series of products designed to fix curls without damaging their structures. The huge advantage of the Japanese perm is that it is allowed to absolutely everyone. Not only the owners of healthy strong strands will be able to admire their curls, but also girls with thin, damaged or dyed hair. The beautiful curls resulting from the procedure are clearly visible in the photo.

During the matrix perm, each individual curl is fixed in the position in which it is necessary. At the same time, there is no harmful effect on the health of the strands. The main difference between this type of curl and the usual one lies in the key components. Long-term modeling of curls became possible due to the "matrix" component, which acts at the intercellular level. This substance restores the hair structure by straightening s-bonds. At the same time, S-threads do not undergo decay, but simply stretch, which makes it possible to achieve the effect of gradual unwinding without sharp boundaries.

The preparation used for the Japanese perm consists of many ingredients that make the hair healthy and provide the final effect. But the main ones are the following:

• Keratin, responsible for giving strength to hair, and curls - elasticity.
• Betaine- a substance that fills the strands with moisture, nourishing them and giving a beautiful shine.
• Silicon-cystine to help set the final effect.

There are no significant drawbacks to the procedure, with the exception of the cost - this perm will not be cheap. There is also an important condition - matrix "chemistry" should not be carried out more often than once every six months. During this time, the hair will actively recover and rest from the procedure.

Light curl: naturalness is always in fashion

A light perm is ideal for those who want to maintain the health of their hair while getting natural soft curls. Such a perm is sometimes also called long-term styling or carving, and the effect of it lasts up to two months. Best of all, light curls are suitable for owners of strands of medium length, allowing you not only to get a stylish hairstyle as in the photo, but also save time on styling in the morning.

Most often, a light curl is called carving and it was developed by the German company Schwarzkopf. The specialists selected the components and their dosages in such a way that during the procedure minimal damage was done to the strands, and the fixation lasted a long time. A light perm can be done for girls with thin hair - the usual aggressive "chemistry" is contraindicated for them.

As a huge plus, you can also point out that a light curl looks more neat and tidy than a regular one after a while. Standard permanent styling involves strong winding of curls that do not fall apart for up to six weeks. However, during this period, the hair continues to grow. Naturally, sufficiently regrown roots spoil the overall picture. Therefore, in order to achieve an acceptable result and an aesthetic appearance of the hairstyle, you will either have to change everyday styling methods, or do a root perm - an aggressive procedure that has an extremely negative effect on the health of the hair.

According to the experts involved in the development of an easy way of curling, their method does not give such results. This is due to the fact that after styling, the curls straighten out a little, in a natural way. Over time, they simply unwind more and more, continuing to look natural and neat. The appearance of a sharp border between curls and regrown straight hair is also excluded. This saves a woman from having to completely cut off the part of her hair that has been subjected to "chemistry" in order to visually align the haircut.

Easy curling has a number of features:

• It is recommended to use it on fairly healthy curls that will accept chemical compounds without much stress;

It is important! It will not work to make beautiful curls on coarse hair. By virtue of their structure, although they accept a perm, they are unnecessarily damaged from the inside;

• It is undesirable to get too carried away with carving - although this is a relatively safe procedure, it is still using chemical compounds. It is better to give your hair time to rest;
• It is ideal to resort to a light curl in cases where you need to solve the problem with styling your hair for a while. Most often, carving is done before a vacation, when you don’t want to do styling every day, but you still need to look spectacular.

Perfect haircuts for beautiful curls

The big advantage is the ability to cut hair. Perm haircuts can be done with any length of strands.

On any type of curls, haircuts for short hair "bob", "women's tennis", "French hedgehog" will look great. Small neat curls will make the image playful, large ones will give femininity. All this is clearly visible in the photo. Usually, craftsmen use the “plucking” technique or hot scissors. This will avoid additional exposure to chemically damaged strands, preventing the appearance of split ends.

For medium-length curls, bob and bob haircuts are well suited. They will not only add charm to any girl, but also emphasize the texture and volume of the hairstyle. These haircuts are also remarkable with many variations of classic and non-standard hair styling. The most common haircuts for curls with "chemistry" are varieties of caret: asymmetric, elongated, graduated.

Owners are usually offered haircuts with a ladder or cascade. Due to the layered haircut, the hair will appear thicker and more voluminous. Natural soft curls will give the best effect, emphasizing the classic style of the image.

How to style permed hair

Modern perm is a unique technology, thanks to which any girl can easily change her appearance. But this does not end there - curls in any case need styling.

After curling, the styling process will not take too much time. It will take a maximum of 10 minutes. But this is true only for ordinary simple hairstyles, like "creative mess". Creative types of styling, presented in the photo, will require much more time, which depends on the expected complexity of the hairstyle.

In both cases, the head is pre-washed with a moisturizing shampoo. For easy combing, a conditioner is applied, and the entire mass of hair is combed with a comb with rare teeth. You should start from the tips, first marking the parting line.

After that, you can apply a product for, preferably with vitamins and caring components in the composition. If time permits, curls can be dried naturally. If you intend to use a hair dryer, it is best to dry the strands by tilting your head forward - this will give them the necessary volume.

A quick and successful way to transform your appearance is perm - photos of models from advertising posters and actresses confirm this. But the effect is achievable only if the procedure is carried out correctly from start to finish, and the master is a true professional in his field. You can want different curls - light or elastic. But the necessary composition, its dosage, as well as the exposure time will be selected correctly only in the salon. Therefore, for girls who want to look irresistible, it is better to entrust their experienced hands to the master.

How beautiful curly hair looks! They make a real coquette out of a woman. Curly locks neatly frame her face and create a rather striking look. But it is very difficult for lovely ladies to do such styling every day. It takes about an hour for it. How to be? Give your hair under the power of chemistry? But this procedure significantly spoils the hairline. However, the problem can be solved without such a hard impact. Today, among hairdressing services, light perm - carving is in great demand.

What is hair carving

For a long time, women have been in fashion with long straight hair. Today, you can meet many of the fair sex with beautiful curly curls. At the same time, women make curls on both long and short hair. The hairdressing service carving hair helps them a lot in this.

The name of the procedure came to us from the English language. Carving is translated as follows: “figured carving” or “carved work”. This interpretation is very similar in perception to the effect obtained after the procedure. Carving is also called a light perm.

So, carving is understood as long-term styling in waves, which lasts for about two months on straight hair. It is she who helps women to have beautiful curls without spending a lot of time.

Carving is suitable for different hair lengths

At its core, carving is a perm, which is done using special products that do not have a harsh effect on the hair. During the procedure, the scalp is also not affected. Such a long-term perm helps many girls not only get curls, but also get rid of the lack of volume, naughty and tangled hair.

The procedure is carried out with the help of especially high-quality compounds. They are sold only in specialized points or on the Internet. Remember, in order not to harm your hair, you need to buy hair carving products in trusted stores.

Important! It must be remembered that the hair after the carving procedure requires very careful care. Be sure to choose only hair products without sulfates, silicones and aggressive additives so that the effect lasts as long as possible. Mulsan cosmetic is a multiple winner of natural cosmetics ratings. This brand produces exceptionally safe products without aggressive chemical components. All cosmetics are suitable for use after the carving procedure, as well as after the Botox and keratin straightening procedures. With confidence we recommend the official online store mulsan.ru

What is hair carving and how is it done - video

What is carving for hair and how often can it be done

In addition to the desire of the woman herself to have curls, carving can be resorted to in the following cases:

• if your hair is oily. The procedure will dry them well. After it, the need to wash your hair will occur less often;
• if the hair is coarse. After carving, the curls on the head will be much easier to fit;
• if the hair is thin and naughty. After carving, the strands will look voluminous and wavy;
• with a lack of time for daily styling;
• if you want to radically change the image.

Carving can be done every 2-3 months.

Carving on the hair looks impressive

Benefits and harms, advantages and disadvantages of carving

Carving, as a procedure, has its positive and negative sides.

Advantages of the procedure

The advantages of carving include:

• gentle effect on the hair;
• the existence of several options for long-term perms (small curls, medium curls and large curls);
• maintaining hair styling after carving is much longer;
• natural and very natural styling. When compared with chemistry, then when carving, the hair does not look burnt;
• long preservation of the effect: on ordinary hair, beautiful curls last 1–3 months, and on dyed hair for six months;
• no need to restore dry ends of the hair. Since the composition of carving very gently affects the structure of the hair. The wavy effect will come off on its own over time;
• budget cost, so any woman can use the service.

The effect after the procedure is impressive

Harmful effects and consequences of a light perm

The disadvantages of carving include:

• the need to create styling, the hairstyle does not always look perfect. You still have to apply force to it and apply styling products to your hair before shaping;
• lack of pronounced curls. This effect can be achieved only with the help of biowave;
• an unexpected end to the carving effect is possible. Curls can straighten ahead of time or go away gradually;
• possible change in the shade of dyed hair after the procedure;
• no effect on very thick and thick hair;
• retention of an unpleasant odor on the hair for some time.

Contraindications for long-term waving

There are situations when doing this modern procedure is not recommended:

• if a woman has brittle, damaged and, moreover, severely split ends;
• if the head has just been dyed with hair dye. You can safely go for light chemistry if two weeks have already passed, and if not, it is better to wait;
• if a woman has a tendency to allergic reactions;
• when taking certain medications, in particular, in the treatment of hormonal therapy;
• if the hair is dry and bleached. Women with other previous perms are at risk.

The procedure can be performed on pregnant women and nursing mothers. However, it should be remembered that the chemical composition for curling has a rather pungent odor.

The difference between hair carving and biowave, chemistry

Carving, bio- and perm help create long-term styling. Only from each other they differ in the following:

• less time to maintain the effect of carving compared to chemical or biowave;
• a more gentle effect on curls in a light curl than in chemistry, since the carving composition does not penetrate into the very structure of the hair;
• hair care during biowave, since the composition of the product used in this procedure includes the necessary biological protein, which is not found in carving and chemistry products.

The choice of procedure will depend entirely on the desire of the woman. Only she must decide what she needs: long-term styling, healthy hair or a gentle effect.

Types of carving for hair

Carving is done in several versions. Main types:

• traditional perm. After it, the waves are distributed evenly along the entire length. To obtain curls, curlers are used, which are twisted on the hair;
• vertical curl. Instead of ordinary curlers, vertical ones are used (or in another way they are called spiral). Curling is equally suitable for both short and long hair. The styling effect is mesmerizing: pronounced curly curls with amazing volume;
• texturing. This type is often used when you need to modify some kind of hairstyle. The result is always original. With the help of curlers, accents are made on the hair in the right places and thereby create a special style;
• local perm. The method is used when they want to lift the hair at the roots. For these purposes, the master winds the curlers not along the entire length of the hair, but only at their base. This method also works in reverse. For example, when you want to wind only one tip.

Carving can be done in different ways, but the effect will always be amazing

Features of the procedure for short, medium, long hair and possible combinations with haircuts

Light chemistry has its own characteristics. Of course, it is better to do the procedure in the salon. Specialists in their field will be able to perform carving neat and beautiful. At home, getting the desired curls is not always possible.

Before the procedure, it is necessary to take into account the length of the hair. Carving is best for medium hair. Of course, it can be done on short and long ones, you just need to choose the right curlers. For example, for very short hair, small curls wound around small bobbins are best suited.

For short hair, it is best to choose small curls.

The thickness and density of the hair is also of particular importance in this procedure. Strong hair may not be curled or the result will not be such a beautiful effect. Carving is suitable for owners of thin and thin strands - the hair will become voluminous and obedient.

Bangs always make styling unique. However, carving does not always fit with it. So, small curls do not fit bangs. But medium soft waves will look good. Another image with bangs will be well decorated with a curl of only one tip.

For owners of bangs, a light perm may not be suitable

Popular carving without bangs. In this version, the curls frame the woman's face very beautifully, making the whole image much more interesting.

Haircut and carving are very suitable for each other. At the same time, the curls themselves can be both voluminous and very small. Bangs may or may not.

Carving and cascading haircuts also look very good. Such an image will adorn a woman of any age.

Curls look spectacular in combination with a cascading haircut

Types of curlers and the size of curls

To create carving, curlers of different types are used:

• voluminous. With their help create very large curls. The result is romantic waves with good root volume;
• bobbin. The diameter of these devices is quite small. Due to their size, they allow you to create African curls;
• spiral. These special bobbins are shaped like a spiral. They are always used for vertical curling. Practice has shown that spiral curls last longer than ordinary ones. Such curlers allow you to create many curly curls that visualize volume well;
• boomerangs (rollers). They have different diameters and a special material - soft foam rubber with wire. Well suited for both large and small curls.

Types of curlers - photo

Volumetric curlers allow you to create large soft curls
Thanks to the bobbins, small perky curls are obtained Spiral curlers create the effect of waves on the hair

Soft boomerang curlers are easy to use, they can be used to make curls of any size.

Depending on the size of the curlers used, you can get different curls:

• large. To create them, take curlers of large diameter. The curls from them are quite large;
• medium. Here they take bobbins with an average diameter. The result will please its owner with lightness and fluffiness;
• small. For their creation, only bobbins of a very small diameter are suitable. As a result, the volume is stunning.

What carving looks like on large, medium and small curlers - photo

Curling on large diameter curlers allows you to get beautiful large curls Medium size curlers can be used on hair of different lengths and creates pronounced curls Curling on bobbins allows you to create small and very lush curls

How is carving done and how long does the procedure take

Carving technology is not very complicated. Its technology is the same as perm. In time, the whole process takes about 2-3 hours, depending on the characteristics of the woman's hair. The whole procedure consists of the following steps:

1. Training. This stage, like others, will be carried out by the master in the salon. First, he selects the necessary curlers and prepares the preparation. Then she washes the client's head and lightly dries her hair with a towel. After that, the woman sits down in a chair. The master covers her shoulders with a protective cloth and combs her hair well.
2. Hair Styling. From the total mass of the hair, the master selects only those strands that need to be curled initially and winds them according to the hairdressing technique.
3. Application of a special composition. They moisten the hair after the twisting of the hair is completed. The reagents allow the hair to keep curls long enough.
4. Curl retention. To create the desired effect, twisted hair moistened with the composition is left alone for 10-20 minutes. The exact exposure time depends on the brand of the product. The master periodically checks how the process of obtaining a curl is going. To do this, he spins one curler at a time.
5. Flushing. When time passes, the composition is washed off with warm water, while the curlers do not unwind. Excess water is simply blotted.
6. Application of a neutralizer. With it, the curls are fixed in a given position.
7. Removing curlers. The master spins all the curlers in the backward direction.
8. Washing composition.
9. Drying hair with a hairdryer.

To perform the carving procedure is not complicated

The composition of the preparation for carving

The main requirement that is put forward to the composition is the absence of ammonia. Also banned is the thioglycolate component. If these rules are followed, the carving agent can be considered gentle.

The composition of the preparation for carving is different for all manufacturers. Especially valued are those products where there is more biological basis than chemical components. This combination allows you to very gently affect the structure of the hair. Stylists recommend the following brands:

• Londa;
• L'Oreal;
• Schwarzkopf;
• Wella.

For example, Londa's long-term waving product allows you to get a clear curl in just 10 minutes. This is because it contains special fast-acting ingredients that manufacturers intentionally included.

Among the popular brands, the following compositions can also be distinguished: Trendline from Goldwell, GOLDWELL, Indola and others.

How to do carving at home: step by step instructions

You can make your own carving at home. To complete it, you will need:

• two bowls:
• curlers (shape and size optional);
• two sponges, as for the kitchen;
• gloves (pair);
• two combs;
• a plastic cap or a piece of this material;
• cotton tourniquet;
• towel;
• a sheet or towel to cover your shoulders;
• gum;
• chemical mixture for carving and fixer.

To create curls, you must follow the following instructions:

1. Rinse your hair well and pat your clean hair dry with a towel.
2. Comb your hair carefully.
3. Divide your hair into sections.
4. Wind the resulting strands on curlers.
5. Take the product from a pre-purchased kit and blot the curlers with it.
6. After all the hair is wet, put on a plastic cap on top and cover your head with a warm scarf (you can use a towel).
7. Look in the instructions for the duration of the composition and withstand it.
8. Wash your hair without shampoo, while the curlers should not be removed.
9. Apply a special fixative from the set on top.
10. Unroll your hair and rinse your head again without shampoo.
11. Dry the resulting curls.

To keep the curls after home carving longer, you can use the following remedy: mix water and 5% vinegar to a sour taste and rinse your hair with it.

Curling hair step by step - video

How long does the effect last after the procedure

The effect of carving can last from one to six months (depending on the characteristics of the hair). But on average, brightly highlighted curls last 2-3 months. Over time, the hair grows, so the shape of the curls themselves also changes. They just start to fall off. However, carving can be repeated after 3-4 months.

To prolong the life of light chemistry, you need to properly care for your hair. Here are some tips:

• after the procedure itself, it is necessary to allow the hair to remember the shape that they have just given. For these purposes, it is undesirable to use a hair dryer when drying. You just need to dry the curls naturally or, in extreme cases, use a diffuser;
• after the procedure, do not wash your hair for two days;
• when combing, use only combs with rare teeth;
• Swap out your shampoo for a special product for textured hair.
• constantly use balms, nourishing masks and other effective care products. They will significantly improve the condition of the hair;
• wipe your head carefully after washing, blot more, and do not wring out;
• dry hair daily only in a natural way;
• do not go to bed if the hair is wet or damp. They must be dried first.
• do not use products that contain alcohol. This component harms both the curl and the hair itself.

After curling, it is best to dry the hair naturally, in extreme cases, you can use a hairdryer with a diffuser attachment.

If a lady wants to create a natural styling on her head, then a light perm will need to be applied with a little hair foam and dried with a diffuser. You can also lay your head with large curlers.

If suddenly a woman has a desire to straighten her curls, then she can do this with the help of an iron. Just before styling, you will need to apply a protective agent on your hair. You can also dry your head with a hairdryer, stretching curly hair with brushing.

To make the image perfect, hair after carving must be able to style.

1. Be sure to use the following tools: moisturizing lotion, comb, foam or mousse, hair dryer with a diffuser nozzle;
2. Wash your hair first. Use a special shampoo, and make a nourishing mask once every seven days;
3. Dry your hair with a towel, or rather just blot it;
4. Comb your hair gently;
5. Apply a fixing agent, stepping back a little from the hair roots.
6. Start styling your curls with a hair dryer and comb.
7. If you need to straighten the curls a little, then when laying, slightly pull the comb down or use an iron.
8. You can also use styling for curly hair.

Indola's curling agent perfectly highlights curls

How to style curly hair - video

How to take care of your hair after curling

According to the reviews of many girls, the hair after carving becomes a little harsh and naughty. Therefore, some ladies, after the wavy effect ends, simply cut them off. To mitigate the effects of carving, you must:

• periodically cut the ends for a full restoration of hair;
• use only special products for the care of curls;
• use combs with natural bristles.