Rolling perm rods on short hair involves starting with the ends of the hair and rolling upwards towards the scalp, ensuring the hair is secure and the rod is tight.
Achieving beautiful curls on short hair using perm rods is a popular styling technique. The key lies in the rolling process itself, ensuring the hair, especially the short ends, is properly secured onto the rod.
Essential Steps for Rolling Perm Rods
Based on techniques used for short natural hair, the process often begins by focusing on the very ends of your hair and rolling the rod upwards.
Here's a breakdown of the rolling method:
- Start at the Ends: Take a small section of hair. Place the perm rod at the very ends of this section.
- Secure the Ends: Begin to roll the hair onto the rod, ensuring the ends of the hair are completely covered and tucked neatly onto the rod as you start the roll. This is crucial for preventing frizz and ensuring the curl forms correctly from the tip.
- Swirl and Roll: Once the ends are secure, continue rolling the rod upwards towards your scalp. Swirl the section of hair smoothly around the rod as you roll, keeping the tension even.
- Roll Tightly: Rotate the rod closer and closer to your head as you roll all the way up. The goal is to roll it tightly to the root or as close as possible to your scalp, ensuring a secure hold.
- Fasten the Rod: Close the rod's fastener or place the rubber band over the end to secure the rod in place against your scalp.
Tips for Success on Short Hair
Rolling perm rods on short hair requires careful sectioning and technique to achieve defined curls.
- Sectioning: Divide your hair into small, manageable sections. The size of your sections should correspond to the size of the perm rod and the desired curl definition. Smaller sections generally yield more defined curls.
- Damp, Not Wet: Ensure your hair is damp, not soaking wet, before applying product and rolling. Excess water can dilute styling products and prolong drying time.
- Use a Setting Product: Apply a setting lotion, foam, or curl-enhancing cream to each section before rolling. This helps the hair hold the curl shape once dry.
- Rod Size Matters: Choose perm rods appropriate for the length of your short hair and the desired curl pattern. Smaller rods create tighter curls, while larger rods create looser waves. For very short hair (like a TWA), smaller rods are often necessary to grip the hair effectively.
- Dry Completely: Allow your hair to dry completely before taking the rods out. This can be done by sitting under a hooded dryer or air drying. Removing rods from damp hair can result in undefined or frizzy curls.
By focusing on securing the ends and rolling tightly from the tips upwards, you can effectively use perm rods to create beautiful curl patterns on short hair.
