A short hair perm is a women’s short hairstyle that involves setting the hair in waves or curls and treating it with a perm solution to ensure the style lasts for months. There’s now no barrier to achieving your curly hair aspirations because, with modern hairstyling methods, honestly, nothing is impossible!
Perms for short hair may have originated decades ago, but don’t worry because there’s now a wide array of contemporary styling options available for you to explore! Following the iconic steps of the perm hair goddess Shirley Temple are modern stars Lili Reinhart, Sarah Hyland, Emmy Rossum, and Jaime King, who underwent this curl-enhancing treatment and left us all envious.
Hairstylist and texture expert Ivanova Irina fills her feed with stunning examples of short permed hairstyles! Bobs and pixies, loose or tight curls – you’ll make an impression in just a short styling time!
Achieving natural-looking ringlets through perming requires chemicals, so there’s a significant chance that your strands might be susceptible to damage. To avoid this and keep your perm looking fresh, use sulfate-free products and steer clear of heat.
It’s time for you to get acquainted with these fusions of a classic ’80s hairstyle and modern hairstyling techniques! Read below for the trendiest short hair perm photos!
#1: Chic Textured Permed Bob with Fringe
This bob hairstyle with fringe combined with soft perm curls works wonderfully for women with light skin and naturally brown hair. The texture and volume provided to this permed bob with fringe accentuate those beautiful curls splendidly.
#2 For Extremely Short Hair
A chic vintage-inspired perm for extremely short hair is truly enchanting for women with an oval face shape and timeless hair color. Bangs and texture in hair complement each other beautifully.
#3: Trendy Loose Spiral Perm
This style is both effortless and chic. My favorite aspect of this look is its gentle curl, ideal for the beach and a cozy beanie when the temperature drops! Some tips I’d share with a short-haired client considering a perm are to think about how you’d like the curl pattern to appear, what complements you best, and what makes you feel most confident. Then, just embrace it!
#4: Vibrant Digital Perm
What makes a digital perm exceptional is that it allows ladies to both feel and appear captivating even on the everyday occasions. The loose, thin curls impart the hair with essential texture. Pair it with straight full bangs on a rich ginger hair color to demonstrate that you are truly unique.
#5: Effortless Volume Perm
The client desired increased volume and a more organic look. I believe we successfully achieved both. Body waves and perms are excellent for enhancing texture and volume, especially for styling straight hair. They’re also perfect for a busy client looking for a simplified hair routine.
#6: Perm Hairstyles for Older Adults
Incorporating these charming curls into your hairstyle is a fantastic way to enhance the texture and volume for mature women. Furthermore, everything appears stylish and fluffy with this perm, so give it a try today!
#7: Stunning Soft Perm
Where are my lovely and elegant ladies? This is the soft perm that is truly special for you. The ample amount of texture and volume brought by the soft perm using the flexi rod is always mesmerizing to behold. This gentle flexi-rod perm allows the guest to achieve a tousled beachy wave.
#8: Ideal Loose Perm
This style is flowing, relaxed, and feels lived in. I admire the way we shaped the curls to create a beautiful frame around her face. I would encourage women thinking about a perm to be aware of what it will mean for their hair. Yes, you will gain volume and texture, but there may also be some damage and frizz.
#9: Refined Dry Perm
This style features a naturally curly perm. I shaped it round with 90° layers to create a “natural fro” appearance. Women thinking about getting a perm should be mindful of the potential harsh effects of chemically altering your hair’s structure. Deep conditioning and treating the curls as if they were natural with suitable curly products (based on texture) will enhance the longevity of the style and promote the health of your hair.
#10: Charming Styles for Women 60 and Above
Consider a charming short hairstyle for women aged 60 and above. A perm in this style is essential to achieve those defined curls, creating a bold round shape. Embrace your natural grey strands as they will add a beautiful shine to this textured appearance.
#11: Simple Perms for Fine Hair
A refreshed and contemporary take on the mullet haircut that falls to the neck is perfect for a perm. This perm on dark hair color is unbeatable when it aligns with your vintage fashion style.
Related: Explore more mullets for curly hair.
#12: Vibrant Short Curly Perm
Learn about the world of curly hair. Transforming your hair may also require adjustments to your daily routine! Curly hair can demand as much attention as any other hair type, so be ready to embrace it, not fight against it. If you have short hair and are thinking about a perm, remember you will experience a slight loss in length due to the shrinkage of the curls! A person with a heart-shaped face might prefer more volume with layers, while another with a shorter, wider face should seek additional length.
#13: Textured Black Curls
I refer to this style as an “enhanced natural.” The model had natural curls, but it was quite frizzy and dry. That’s why I applied a cold perm to provide her hair with more defined curls that complement her face beautifully.
#14: Charming Asian Perm
Widely showcased in Asian dramas, this perm features a light, airy style that emphasizes both texture and softness. The bangs softly draping over the eyes beautifully enhance the bob, creating an adorable, Aegyo look!
#15: Contemporary Loose Curl Perm
I appreciate very short hair. It’s becoming an increasingly appealing and contemporary style. Face lines and head structures are crucial to consider for short hair. Take into account the client’s face shape and skin tone when deciding on the haircut and color. With stunning waves, I created a more voluminous, more modern, freestyle sensation.
#16: Charming Curls for Women Over 50
Who can pull off a style better than the silver-haired ladies? These charming curls for women over 50 will minimize your need for daily styling. You’ll love how they can add volume to your short and fine tresses. Take good care of your curls by using a hair mask, keeping them soft and shinier.
#17: Chic Beach Wave Perm
Short haircuts are indeed the essence of a chic style. A beach wave perm can create movement in your dark brown, neck-length bob. Texture appears more naturally in this hairstyle, providing you with a much more captivating shine.
#18: Stunning Body Wave Bob
This look is a body wave bob. She wanted to transform her style, so we trimmed about 12 inches into a lovely layered bob. I then permed her hair with Redken’s Inner Secret using large rollers rolled every other way in a brick-lay pattern to create a bit of a natural-looking texture in her hair.
#19: Bold Permed Pixie Style
The permed pixie style is a bold hairstyle that complements slim faces with angular features because the curls will create a rounder shape, balancing out the chiseled cheekbones or nose. To manage the curls and reduce frizz, apply gels to damp hair and allow to air dry instead of using a diffuser.
#20: Natural Hair Perm Rod Styling
As the term indicates, utilizing a perm rod to style your hair can yield beautifully natural curls that bounce vibrantly. Dark curls radiate beautifully, capturing all the admiration that this perm deserves.
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