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.

Comments for
Perms for men?

Click here to add your own comments

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

Dec 02, 2009

No problem! Do it if YOU want!
by: Ted

I've been getting perms done for years! No big deal. They come out predictable every time assuming you have a stylist that knows what they're doing. I have 3-4" hair all over including sides and nape. I have it wrapped in traditional directional wind and with blue and yellow rods. It produces a tight afro curl and looks about like what Wanda Sykes hair looks like. I don't tease it like a country western star instead, I use lots of stay-in conditioner so it doesn't poof. Lots of women off the street complement me on it so I must be doing something right. Simple two hour process. May be a little warm with the pvc cape and all so don't overdress. Even get my uni-brow waxed off right and tinted to get rid of any gray. Anyone for a pedicure too? You owe it to yourself. Do it!

Jan 17, 2010

permed bob for a man
by: Jay

I want to do a permed wedge/bob....anyone know where to find a picture?

Jan 17, 2010

what is a wedgl/bob?????
by: jonh

what is a wedgl bob?
yes go for a perm cut! i just got my done last week! i have short hair so i use red all over!
please let me kown what is a wedle/bob! i like to due diff thing with my hair!!! jonh!

Jan 21, 2010

help find the right rods!
by: mike

hi can any one tell me what cine of rods should i use? for tight curls! last time i use yellow and pick?? i what my curls too last over three mouth! and is it werd for a 25 old guy too get a perm cut? last time i got a perm cut i fell ervery one was was looking at me! is it werd??? and where can i buy rods to due it at home??? i look at walmart none! they are hard too fine! please help!!! mike thank you!!!

Feb 11, 2010

help! pleaase! for rods!
by: jonh

hi can any one could help me please! i wont to do my own perm hair cut! can any one please tell me what cine of rods should i use?? for short hair! i wont my perm last for 2 to 3 mouth! last perm was 2001! and i use yellow and pick rods! and the curls came out in three weeks! can any one please what rods too use!?? thank you john!

Feb 22, 2010

short tight spiral perm
by: Anonymous

The actor corbin bleu (hope I spelled his name right) has the most amazing hair I've ever seen! They say his grows naturally like that and I want my hair to look like his but mine is straight. What size rods do I need to ask the stylist to use?

Feb 22, 2010

please hekp!
by: jonh

hi there! can any one help me>>??
i what to kown if any kown where can i could buy
rods??? i what to my own perm at home!! i am looking at walmat! i cant fine them!! can any one please tell me what colors rods i could use!! i wont my hair too last for three mouth!!! last time i use pink/ yellow! it last three weeks!! what should i use????

Feb 24, 2010

Rods
by: Anonymous

Hey guys, wrapping perms in not easily done by yourself! In fact, its almost impossible (even for an experienced stylist)! Get it done by a professional. Call around and ask for a stylist that does them and has allot of experience. Maybe an older ladies salon catering to grannies. Not kidding! They have the experience to do it right. Probably won't find that at a chain store. I use yellow and sometimes yellow and blue mixed rods. They give a real nice tight afro perm that lasts on short hair. Larger diameter rods are a waste of time unless you just want body. If you still think you can roll your own or know somebody that can help, you can buy rods at beauty supply stores. They won't sell you the perm solution without a license. So, you may have to go to Walgreens or the like for a home perm. Follow the instructions to the letter! Better yet, go to a professional! Have fun! Good luck!

Mar 10, 2010

Perms are coming back
by: Anonymous

I'm 16 and I think that perms for guys should definitely come back. I've had 3 over the past year and love it. Just a light, natural looking wave. Heaps of people suddenly assumed that I had been straightening my hair for like 10 years and suddenly couldn't be bothered doing it anymore. The last thing they would expect is that I got a perm...three times.

Mar 11, 2010

perms
by: Anonymous

I want to get a perm but am afraid what people would say my hair is thick and very flat

Mar 12, 2010

frist time
by: Anonymous

hi frist time! look am 26 and i was afraid what other think! my frist perm! at frist it was werd then they goet over it, they love it! go short, and use blue,yellow you what tight but last over three mouths! ask your styes!

Mar 13, 2010

Go ahead! Do it!
by: Anonymous

Who cares what others think? It's what you want that matters! Women will really like it because it's different and uncommon. Men will be jealous because they want to do it but are too afraid. Use yellow and blue rods and it will last 9-12 weeks. Your hair must be at least 3-4" long all over to do a good job. Definitely use an experienced stylist that has done lots of perms if you want it to turn out right. Call around and ask questions. Or talk to gals who obviously have nice perms and ask who they use. Might also get you a date? Go for it! I finally did it after 30 years of wanting to. Life is too short! Do what YOU want!

Mar 16, 2010

DO YOUR THING
by: MARC

I would say "Go for it" I need to have a new perm every 12 to 14 weeks. Usually a haircut and new perm alternate, but sometimes a new and tighter perm is needed after 8 weeks, if the previous perm was looser than usual.
The first perm I got was more or less forced upon me. For a new job I needed to look trendy, and so my new employers ordered me off to the salon to get permed. It would not have been my personal choice at the time, but once I was in the styling chair and they started to roll up my hair I was starting to enjoy it.
If you really feel you're ready for a curly look, don't hesitate. The most difficult step is the one into the salon. Once you're in the chair you'll realize it's out of your hands. Just submit and enjoy your new image afterwards.

Mar 19, 2010

do your thi ng!
by: Anonymous

thank you!!! (do your thing)
i am 25 old when i got my frist perm, yes at frist it was werd too sit in the chair! my girl friend love it! am 30 now! what color should i use!? last time i use yellow and pink,! it only last up two to four weeks! i wont to last up two 4 mouth! getting your hiar done its it werd for a guys to get his hair done!??? thank you!