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Recent Examples of perm
Excluding the ancient Greeks, perms of the 21st century aren’t all that different from the resurgence of perms in the ’70s and ’80s.
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Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024
Hairstylist and makeup artist Simone Starr adds that people are now doing wavy perms with larger rods to get more body and wave instead of the super tight curl often associated with perms.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024
The look of Broccoli Hair has also evolved over time, with teens opting for a loose perm instead of trademark perm, TikTok influencer Kris Grippo told GQ.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
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Chemical Damage
Chemical treatments, like relaxers and perms, can strip the hair and lead to breakage.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 26 July 2024
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Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024
Hairstylist and makeup artist Simone Starr adds that people are now doing wavy perms with larger rods to get more body and wave instead of the super tight curl often associated with perms.
—Marilyn La Jeunesse, Parents, 13 Aug. 2024
The look of Broccoli Hair has also evolved over time, with teens opting for a loose perm instead of trademark perm, TikTok influencer Kris Grippo told GQ.
—Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 9 Aug. 2024
Briogeo Briogeo Don't Despair Repair Deep Conditioner Mask $39
Nordstrom
$39
Dermstore
$39
Revolve
Chemical Damage
Chemical treatments, like relaxers and perms, can strip the hair and lead to breakage.
—Annie Blay, Allure, 26 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perm
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But that is still a sizable market; a 2020 analysis found that 10.5 million Americans used home hair permanents and relaxers, and clients are still having their hair relaxed at salons.Linda Villarosa Robin Miles Krish Seenivasan Alec K. Redfearn, New York Times, 13 June 2024
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There is always a temptation to make the temporary permanent, which is why the peace government must prioritize elections.Ashraf Ghani, Foreign Affairs, 4 May 2021
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The Oscar nominee also arrived at the event with a blonde hairdo, just like Dylan's 2003 locks.Charna Flam, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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Watch your hairdos, everyone! Where to watch The Birds: Netflix 17.Katie Rife, EW.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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Gibson spends most of the premiere in a ridiculous wig of surfer curls; by the end, he’s got Hall’s haircut, and his inner monologue sounds suspiciously like his predecessor.Alison Herman, Variety, 14 Dec. 2024
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Guests enjoy an extensive menu of cocktails and meals that are included in the cost of admission, as well as spa and beauty offerings such as manicures, pedicures, haircuts and massages, for an additional fee.Chris Dong, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Palmer also sported bangs and a voluminous hairstyle.Catherine Santino, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Her glam featured a straight hairstyle with a middle part and her makeup included rosy cheeks and a glossy lip for a final touch of semi-old school glamour.Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
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The coiffure featured Sweeney’s blonde mane pulled back in a loose knot, decorated with a pearl accessory from Jennifer Behr.Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 9 Sep. 2024
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Still, kudos to the hair team for his three vivid coiffures: an insipid swoop, an aggressive buzz cut and a monkish raze.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2024
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That’s what the slick dude with the conk and the blue Pontiac says to Elwood, who is hitching a ride to get to college.Doreen St. Félix, The New Yorker, 14 Dec. 2024
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Everybody had a new car and a conk.New York Times, New York Times, 27 Oct. 2021
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“Perm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perm. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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