Can I Sleep on My Newly Permed Hair?
Many women ask this question as they think that sleeping with permed hair will ruin their style. It can be a challenge to sleep with permed hair, but it’s not impossible. In fact, there are a few things you can do to make sure you get a good night’s sleep and protect your new ‘do.
Although there are many tips on how to sleep with permed hair, the question is does sleeping ruin your permed hair?
Well, the answer is a big NO. It is clearly a myth that we have been listening to many times. Sleeping only gives some temporary frizzes that are easily manageable and can be controlled by some tips and tricks.
How to Keep Perm Curly or Safe at Night?
There’s no denying that permed hair is high-maintenance. But with the right products and techniques, you can sleep easy knowing your curls will still look fabulous in the morning. For example, you can try different types of hairstyles or simply sleep with the satin pillow. Let’s have a look at those methods.
Methods to Keep Your Permed Hair Safe at Night
1: Hairstyles for Permed Hair
You might be wondering why should I style my hair while sleeping? Well in order to keep your hair safe you need to sleep with some recommended styles. I have asked many experts and found these three styles best for you to sleep with permed hair.
Loose Bun
A loose bun can help to protect your curls from getting tangled or damaged while you sleep. To create a loose bun, start by gathering your hair into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck. Then, twist your hair until it forms a rope-like strand. Wrap this around itself to form a loose bun, and secure with a few bobby pins.
Make sure that your bun is not too tight, as this can cause damage to your curls. Try to keep your bun on the upper section of your head as you might feel difficulty sleeping with a bun at the back of your head.
Plop
Plop is simple yet very effective for sleeping with permed hair. To plop your hair simply use a holding cream or gel and then plop your curly hair in the towel (microfiber). It is not necessary to plop dry hair only. You can also plop damped hair as the towel will help in drying curls. The tightness of the plop can be adjusted, depending on how much frizz you want to minimize overnight.
In the morning, simply remove the plop and style your hair as usual. This can help keep your curls looking their best throughout the day, while also protecting them from damage and tangling caused by tossing and turning while you sleep
Braids
The braid perm technique is suitable for all long, short, and every type of perms. This will help to protect your hair from becoming tangled or damaged while you sleep. It is also a good way to keep your hair from frizzing or poofing up during the night.
If you are not used to sleeping with braided perm hair, you may find the process a bit tricky at first. However, with a little practice, you can quickly master this technique. With just a few bobby pins and some elastic ties, you can easily create beautiful protective braids that will keep your hair healthy and happy all night long.
Keep one thing in your mind do not tighten your braids as it will break your hair and might cause hair strain. Keep your braids simple and loose.
2: Adopt a Bedtime Routine
When it comes to your hair, you only have one chance to get it right every night. If you don’t take the time to care for your hair before going to bed, you can run into a host of problems in the morning that will impact how you look and feel during the day.
Luckily, adopting a regular bedtime hair care routine doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. With just a few simple steps each evening, you can keep your hair looking great without too much effort on your part.
Choosing the Right Product:
The first step in creating a good bedtime routine is choosing the right type of product for washing your hair and make sure that product is suitable for your hair type and texture. If you are facing any problems in finding the right products, then read our article on the best products for permed hair. I’m sure you’ll find something useful.
If you have thick or curly hair, then using a styling cream or gel may help to add definition and shine to your locks as you sleep. If your hair tends to be on the fine or oily side, then a nourishing oil or lightweight cream is likely better for keeping your hair healthy and manageable overnight.
Tips for Using Products:
Once you’ve chosen the right product for your hair type, the next step is applying it to damp or dry hair before going to bed. Start at the ends of your hair and work upwards in small sections, using gentle strokes with your fingertips or a wide-toothed comb to help evenly distribute the product from root to tip.
You may also want to use a heat cap or wrap an old towel around your head while you’re sleeping; this will help keep excess moisture trapped inside so that there’s less frizz and styling your permed hair will be easy in the morning.
Other Bed Time Routines:
Finally, remember to give your hair a good brush before going to bed each night. This will help remove any knots or tangles so that you wake up with smooth, manageable hair.
It’s also a good idea to invest in a silk pillowcase, which can help reduce friction and keep your hair looking shiny and healthy. With just a few minutes of effort each evening, you can easily style your permed hair the next morning without any effort.
3: Shower and Air Dry Your Hair
If you have permed or straightened hair, it’s important to keep it moisturized and protected while you sleep. One way to do this is to shower at night and air dry your hair before going to bed. This will help seal in moisture and keep your hair from getting brittle and dry overnight.
You can also use a leave-in conditioner or hair serum to help keep your hair hydrated while you sleep. Just be sure to avoid any products that contain alcohol, which can dry out your hair.
Tips for Using Leave-in Conditioner
A leave-in conditioner is different from other regular conditioners. Regular conditioners are washed after applying but leave in conditioner is applied after drying hair.
Take a conditioner after drying your hair. Start with your hair locks and apply a little amount to them. After applying the conditioner use a comb to spread it all over your hair. It is not recommended to apply the conditioner up to hair roots as it will exceed the amount of oil in your scalp.
4: Silk Pillowcases and Sleeping Positions
Silk pillowcases are best to use for permed hair. Silk pillowcases are smoother than other cotton pillowcases. It reduces friction and restores your hair strength as well. Silk pillowcases provide many benefits like less frizzy hair, less amount of hair breakage, and reducing the number of tangles you get after sleeping.
If you do not have a silk pillowcase, you can also use a silk cloth like a turban or scarf. It will help in keeping your curls in a shape and will help in reducing the chances of transferring product on your pillow.
The next thing is to sleep in a position that is comfortable and does not disturb your permed hair. If you have plopped your hair or created a bun, then you can sleep on any side that you prefer. Try to balance your weight and if possible try to sleep on your stomach as it will reduce the chances of putting weight on your perms.
FAQs
Is it bad to sleep with gel in your hair?
Sleeping with gel in your hair is not bad at all. You can easily sleep with gel in your hair as it will not cause any hair damage
Can you sleep with your hair plopped?
You can sleep with your hair plopped. In fact, plop helps in keeping your hair moisturized and also reduces hair frizziness.
Can I braid my hair after a perm?
Yes, you can braid your hair after a perm. But if you’re braiding your permed hair before going to bed, try not to tighten them so much as it will cause hair breakage.
How to sleep with curly hair without ruining it?
In order to sleep with permed hair, you can use the following tricks.
1- Use a satin pillowcase
2- Apply a leave-in conditioner or hair serum before going to bed
3- Air dry your hair
4- Sleep with plop hair
Conclusion
In the end, sleeping with permed hair is not much difficult. By applying simple techniques, you can easily sleep with your permed hair.
Try to use some good products for your perms as it will make your perms shiny and healthy. Subscribe to truly beauty house to keep yourself updated with new tips and product reviews.
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