Why You Should Think Twice Before Getting A Perm

Sadly, as a result, if you color or bleach your hair, experts agree that you should generally stay away from perms as your hair is already considered to be quite fragile. "Having a perm and keeping your hair in good condition is really important, so you need to bear this in mind if your hair isn't in the best condition starting out," Luke Hersheson, hairstylist and CEO of London's Hershesons, told Stylist. "Perms are definitely most suitable on virgin hair," he added.

And if your hair is in the right condition for a perm, "it's really important that the person you go to understands perms," said Hersheson, explaining, "Perming doesn't get taught to hairstylists like it did in the '80s, so the technique has kind of died out a bit." You should also be sure to talk through any concerns with your stylist and get a full understanding of the aftercare before you go through with your decision.