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to straighten my permed hair

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Topic: to straighten my permed hair
Posted By: Unregistered Guest
Subject: to straighten my permed hair
Date Posted: December 31 2001 at 7:52pm
Hello. I would appreciate some advice on how to "un-perm" my hair. I was body permed back in July for a change of pace. Now I`m ready to have straight(er) hair again. I am pretty sure that hair can also be straightened using perm solution. Am I wrong about this? If it is possible, then how does one go about performing this task? Do you mix the solutions in the same manner as one would for a normal perm? My hair is already chemically treated with colour, and I`ve just started using a number of salon products to (hopefully) whip it into better condition; the shampoos and conditioner seem to be improving things thusfar. I am also seriously considering having my shoulder-length hair cut to my chin, so snipping off chemically-damaged ends wouldn`t be all that traumatic for me if necessary.
Can anyone guide me in this process please? Yes, I`ve already looked up the hair-straightening perm sites - I live in the middle of nowhere, so those aren`t feasible options for me.

I hope that someone can help.
Thanks,
Amy


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Posted By: Budokan
Date Posted: January 01 2002 at 9:53am
Reply to message: viewthread.asp?forum=AMB%5FAP967431121&id=941&page=1#9.941.1 - 9.941.1
The procedure you are thinking of is sometimes called a "reverse perm". I suggest before you attempt it you deep condition your hair. In this technique, permanent waving solution is combed through the hair from roots to ends to straighten it. It is recommended you wait at least two weeks after the perm (not a problem in your case) and the help of a friend would be good. Hold your head so your hair hangs straight down into the sink. If possible, you should be facing up to protect your eyes. Repeatedly comb the perm solution through your hair, using a large-toothed comb, until hair relaxes. Then neutralize and rinse completely. I have used this technique in the past with very good results. However, NEVER use a chemical relaxer with lye to straighten your perm. The chemicals used to perm hair and the lye in the relaxer are not compatible and will melt your hair. Since your hair is already colored, use a gentle perm for color treated hair and make sure your comb has smooth edges that won`t tear or break your hair. Deep condition your hair a few days afterwards too. Good luck! :)

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