Perms for men?

Any thoughts on perms on guys? I've got hair past my shoulders and am considering a loose perm. Never done anything to my hair before and would love any ideas.

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Perms for men?

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May 02, 2009

sure...
by: lance

Things do come back around Ive been doing hair long enough and waiting for this trend to return again ,lets just not cut it up above the ear and leave long in the back AGAIN ! A natural looking body wave flowing into the longer styles today with a little product could be a hit .

May 03, 2009

Proceed w/caution
by: Anonymous

I have been getting my hair permed for years and it's very difficult to find a hair stylist that will do a perm right. By right I mean the way you want not the way they think is right. I even take a picture of some guy in a magazine with the kind of hair style I want and so far I've only found one hairsylist that could it correctly. She used to work at a Regis hair salon in San Antonio, Tx, the woman was an artist. Sadly I don't live there any more. I now live in Spokane, Wa. If anyone knows a good hair stylist in this town please let me know. I wil continue looking for the hair stylist that can do a perm the way I want. I say go ahead and do it my freind but prceed with caution.

May 03, 2009

Perms for men?
by: Debbie

I have had guy friends who have gotten and enjoyed perms. Since you want a loose perm, make sure your stylist uses large rods such as the purple ones. Perm solutions have greatly improved over the past 30 years.

May 10, 2009

GO FOR IT
by: Anonymous

I am a 35 year old male that has been getting perms every 2.5-3
months for a few years now. My hair is naturally stick straight and grows forward. I like the idea that I can comb it back better and it gives it some texture. My hair is only about 3 inches long though. My stylist uses blue and pink rods. You may think that is tight, however, after it is cut it takes the kinkyness out and especially 5 weeks later it is only loosely wavy. I have to get a perm every other cut using even that small of a rod. Go for it. I have never had any negative comments ever.

Jun 18, 2009

Can look great
by: Jeff

I used to perm every 12 weeks or so, but haven't had one in some time now, as my hair is quite short. However, I think about having it done again whenever I am in the mood for a change. I have a GREAT stylist who know the chemical processing world. A perm can add GREAT versatility to your style but, especially with long hair, you need to be careful that it doesn't come out too frizzy, dried, and tight. I think if I were going to perm long hair, I would first set it on large rollers (or have someone you know do it for you) and then talk to a stylist about achieving that same look with a perm. Unless you are going for the kinky, spiral perm look, the looser wave/curl is probably what you want, and it helps stylists to visually see what you mean.
Men have such freedom today that I wouldn't be constrained by perceived convention. Rather, be more concerned with "doing it right" and getting the look you want.

Jun 22, 2009

certainly, yes
by: Anonymous

I have my short ( 2in ) hair permed every 8 weeks into firm curls ( green rods) and then ususally I have it conditioned set once a week. The sets seem to help the curls stay good between perms but I can wear it with no problems with a shampoo and sirdry. A trim follows before the new perm. The look I get is great, my wife loves it. The key is that I use the same girl at a local ladies' salon that does a lot of traditional styling for older clients - but as they are perming every day they really know how to do it. On my first visit now a few years ago I was given a set on very small rollers - then sent home for a few weeks as my stylist wanted a little more length before perming. At the time I was impatient to go curly but she was absolutely right - results have been wonderful, and I always really enjoy my visits for sets and the perms. Find the right stylist and try it!

Jun 26, 2009

i am 42 year
by: Anonymous

thank you1 i am clad i am not the only one who get perms? i got one like 3 years a go! can any one plaease tell me what rods to use? for short hair? to last! last time i use yellow and pink! what does pule do? and green! i what the perm to last for 3 mouth?!!

Jun 26, 2009

go for it
by: Anonymous

the guy who never got a perm cut! i was shock when i got my frist perm cut! go for it you will look cool and ok! just use yellow and pink! for lose curls! i am 41 i got my when i turn 30! my wife love it! it was werd at frist to sit there! but it was ok. affter that! go for it! your friend john!

Jul 19, 2009

Perm - Go For It.
by: Michael

I have been having my shoulder length naturally straight hair permed in loose curls for the past 3 years. I need to have it re-permed every 6-8 weeks to keep it looking entirely natural. My Stylist uses an acid perm and winds my hair on small setting rolllers which stay in through all the processing.My hair is finally rinsed still in the rollers and dried and only then are the rollers removed. This gives the loose curl effect that I want. Only disadvantage is 90 minutes under the hairdryer which I find tedious.

Jul 20, 2009

mens perm.
by: Anonymous

Permed hair was all the rage for men in the late 70's early 80's but i never had the courage,started to grow my hair and am thinking of having my first perm aged 45 my girlfriend says go for it.

Sep 26, 2009

Perms for men? yes
by: Steve

I found a stylist about 8 months ago and we discussed my getting a perm. I am a 60 guy with streight blond hair. We let it grow out for about 2 months then I had a perm. It was great. My thinning hair looked fuller, and if you take care of your perm it will last 3 months or more...just had my 3rd perm this year....good luck!

Oct 06, 2009

PERMS FOR MEN
by: Anonymous

As Michael has already said, I too have an Acid Perm on my long hair every 6 weeks which gives the great loose waves that I want. My hair is trimmed and then rolled on small setting rollers and processed. After the final rinse, its under the dryer for AGES (90-120 Minutes) which is very boring. My stylist sets the temperature of the dryer very warm to speed up the process but turns it to cool for the last five minutes to allow my face and neck to lose the "Hairdryer Blush" before brushing my hair into fantastic loose waves. Go for it.. you will not regret it, I promise.

Oct 16, 2009

Go for it
by: Anonymous

I had my first perm 25 years ago and loved the results then and still have it done.
I have veried the length from 3" to 6" and like the ease of styling it every day.
It may not be for everyone but my wife likes it so that is not bad.
I get mine done about every 12 weeks or every other trim.
I will say that I like it more after week 3 when the curls loosen up a little and the line from the rods fade away.
If you want something new go for it but have someone that knows what they are doing do it for you.
Good Luck.

Oct 24, 2009

perm cuts for guys
by: brian

hi i am 42 old can some one tell me its werd for guys to get a perm hair cut? i wont to try something diff. what rods should i use? i wont my hair curl tight! and last for 3 mouth! should i do at home??? can some one help me! please thank you brian !!!

Nov 09, 2009

first perm
by: Anonymous

I am aged 44 and looking also to have my first perm. Have always had short hair but have not had it cut now for nearly six months. Quite long on top but still think it needs to be longer at the back and sides.Hoping to have the courage to get it permed come Christmas but will need some advice on what style, i would like it quite curly so need to know what rods, process etc. The only thing is to convince my girlfriend.

Nov 14, 2009

To perm again?
by: Anonymous

I used to have my hair permed most of the time for around 10 years but havn't for the last few years since wearing it shorter. I'm thinking of getting it done again though as used to really enjoy it. I've just got fo find the right stylist.
I don't know why so many people are hung up about it. My wife has always loved it and I've always felt I loooked my best with a bit of curl rather than drop dead straight.

Nov 17, 2009

getting my frist perm cut!
by: tom

hi! i am 27 year old! can any one please tell me its it werd too get a perm cut? and what color of rods should i use?? for tight hair! its it werd for a guy too set there in the chair? should i do it???? i am shie!

Nov 18, 2009

Plucking up the courage
by: Anonymous

No i dont think it is weird to want a perm. I have been growing my hair now for 6 months and also want to have my first perm but my biggest fear is telling my girlfriend because if she is against the idea i know that i will not have it done and i will be totally fed up and just have it cut short yet again. BORING