Perm Afro Hair

Straighten hair by perming it.

Perming ethnic hair to straighten it is a common practice. This makes the hair softer and more manageable. If you're interested in perming your hair yourself, you need to do so carefully so as not to damage your hair. Improperly permed hair can cause chemical burns and hair damage. There are plenty of perming products on the market that will gently smooth out your hair. When correctly relaxed, you hair will be soft, shiny and manageable.

Instructions

1. Look for a no-lye formula perm or relaxing kit at your local drugstore, beauty supply store or grocery store. Read through the instructions completely and make sure everything is in the box.

2. Do a strand text. Mix together a small amount of all the chemicals the night before. On an inconspicuous section of hair, apply the chemicals from root to tip. Let it sit for the required amount of time and rinse out. Make sure your hair responds well to the perm and isn't breaking off. Wait 24 hours before perming the rest of your hair to check for an allergic reaction.

3. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to your hairline, your ears, and the nape of your neck. This protects your skin from chemical burns.

4. Split your hair into sections. Use hair clips or elastic bands to keep each section separate.

5. Protect your hands with gloves. Mix together the perm ingredients as specified on the package. Apply the perm chemicals to each section of hair using a dye brush. Make sure the hair is evenly coated and you haven't missed any sections. Leave the product on your hair for the amount of time specified in the instructions.

6. Rinse out your hair completely with warm water. Apply a protein conditioner and allow it to sit on your hair for at least five minutes. Rinse out the conditioner.

7. Gently pat excess water from the hair. Allow the hair to air dry completely before styling or going to sleep.

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