I go swimming at least three times a week and my hair has become very thick I wondering if its okay to put a perm in my hair so people tell me its very damaging but im not sure if they are right. anyone who knows about african american hair is welcome to help me solve this problem
2006-12-02 00:46:01 · 5 answers · asked by Bubbles 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
Your hair may be feeling 'thicker' due to chlorine damage. Put a protective layer on your hair, e.g. conditioner & wear a swim cap, then wash in gentle DILUTED shampoo & use the best conditioner - either one that suits your hair best - or the most expensive.
It should be okay to swim immediately after the perm as all chemicals should/must be removed for the perm to 'hold'. If you're worried about this, just shampoo before hand, & leave the conditioner in without rinsing & put a swim cap on. Good luck!
2006-12-02 01:06:11 · answer #1 · answered by J9 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off I would wait before swimming atleast a week after perming, to make sure you have got the chemical completely out of your hair. Chlorine and the chemical for a perm do not mix well. Yes perm and Dyes damage your hair, but as long you keep it trimmed once a month and don't blow dry too much, and just take good care of it. DOn't use hair spray or mouse a lot. It should be okay.
2006-12-02 08:54:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well I do have a child that requires speacial hair needs.and a perm is safe as long you have it done with a professional,never home perm,it will burn your hair up.african american hair does great,with the right perm,we've come along way in the hair care.
2006-12-02 08:58:45 · answer #3 · answered by honey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think perming is ok aslong as you wair (cringe!) a hair net while swimming and then wash it properly with a good shampoo and conditoner and by the way dont go for flashy brands of conditoner they just have plastic in them that coat your hair in it
ok and african american hair is lush Im jelous i just have blonde hair but my best mate is carabean ! bye!
2006-12-02 08:56:15 · answer #4 · answered by xoxbaybeerhibaybeexox 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well im not african american but...
i dont think it would be in your best interest to get a perm.
2006-12-02 09:08:05 · answer #5 · answered by Zoe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋