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Everything old is new again, as the saying goes.

But the perm we see today is a lot different from the perm our parents and grandparents once did.

Woman with freshly permed hair

If you are considering a perm, here’s how to pull it off.

What is a perm?

Is a perm safe for your hair?

girl with short permed hair

Perms also had a bad reputation for their negative side effects.

But those with curly or wavy hair can also benefit from a perm.

A perm is great for curly-haired people who want to make their locks more manageable.

Permed hair at a salon

A body wave perm gives hair more volume than curl and results in large waves rather than tight curls.

Your stylist will create this throw in of perm by using large rollers rather than small, tight coils.

Partial perms

Not all hair is created equal.

girl with short permed hair

In fact, many of us may find our natural hair leaving one side curly and the other straight.

Spiral perms

When most of us think of a perm, this is the style we envision.

To keep your perm looking fresh, she recommends looking for hydrating products.

girl with long blonde permed hair

Theamika hydro rush intense moisture shampoois perfect for this as it focuses on deeply hydrating your hair.

Since then, more and more celebs have embraced the ’80s hair trend.

red head with a body wave perm

Beach wave perm

boys partial perm

a long hair perm

Brunette with a freshly done perm

Jonathan Van Ness after a perm