The best way to dry a spiral perm is to use a diffuser attachment on your hair dryer. This method minimizes frizz and helps maintain your curl pattern.
Diffusing Your Spiral Perm: A Step-by-Step Guide
Using a diffuser is key to drying your spiral perm without creating a frizzy mess. Here's how to do it:
- Prepare Your Hair: After washing and conditioning, apply your usual curl-defining products (mousse, gel, or curl cream) to wet hair.
- Attach the Diffuser: Secure the diffuser attachment to your hairdryer.
- Low Heat and Speed: Use the lowest heat and speed settings on your dryer. High heat can damage your curls and cause frizz.
- Hover Diffusing: Start by hovering the diffuser around your hair without touching it. This helps to set the curl pattern.
- Pixie Diffusing: Gently cup sections of your hair in the diffuser bowl and bring it up towards your scalp. Hold for a few seconds before moving to the next section. This technique encourages curl formation and volume.
- Alternate Techniques: Alternate between hovering and pixie diffusing for even drying and optimal curl definition.
- Dry in Sections: Work your way around your head, drying your hair in sections.
- Avoid Over-Drying: Stop when your hair is about 80-90% dry. Allowing it to air dry the rest of the way will help reduce frizz.
- Optional: Cool Shot: Finish with a cool shot from your hairdryer to help set the curls and add shine.
Why Diffusing is Important
- Reduces Frizz: The diffuser distributes air evenly, minimizing disruption to the curl pattern and preventing frizz.
- Maintains Curl Definition: It helps to enhance and maintain the spiral shape of your perm.
- Adds Volume: Diffusing, especially with the pixie diffusing technique, can help to lift the roots and create volume.
- Prevents Damage: Using low heat helps to prevent damage to your hair, especially after a chemical treatment like a perm.
By using a diffuser correctly, you can achieve beautifully defined, bouncy spiral curls without the frizz.
