Okay, so, I finally did it. I got a straight perm. In Korea! You know how everyone’s obsessed with Korean beauty stuff, right? Well, I’ve always wanted that sleek, straight hair you see on all the K-drama stars. So, I made it a point to get it done during my trip here.
First off, I had to find a good salon. I did some digging online, you know, checked out reviews and stuff. I ended up going to this place that had a ton of good feedback, especially from foreigners, which made me feel more comfortable.
When I got there, the stylist, this really cool lady, sat me down and we talked about what I wanted. I showed her some pictures, and she explained the whole process. She told me it’s called a “Magic Straight Perm” here. Sounds fancy, right? It’s apparently popular with both guys and girls here.
Here’s how it went down:
- Prep Time: First, she washed my hair to make sure it was all clean and there was no built-up gunk on it. Then, she put some Vaseline around my hairline to protect my skin. Smart, right?
- The Potion: Next, she applied this straightening solution stuff to my hair, strand by strand. It smelled a bit funky, but hey, beauty is pain, or so they say.
- Waiting Game: Then came the waiting. I had to sit there for a while with the solution in my hair. I just scrolled through my phone and people-watched.
- Heat Things Up: After the wait, she rinsed out the solution and blow-dried my hair. Then came the real magic – she straightened my hair with a flat iron, section by section. This took a while, but it was kinda satisfying to see my usually wavy, sometimes straight, sometimes curly hair transform.
- Neutralize It: She put on another solution, this one to neutralize everything and lock in the straightness. This also involved some waiting around.
- Final Rinse and Dry: Finally, she rinsed my hair one last time and blow-dried it. And voila! Super straight, glossy hair.
The whole process took a few hours, but it was totally worth it. My hair has never felt this smooth and looked this straight before. The stylist gave me some tips on how to take care of it, like not washing it for a couple of days and using certain products.
I’m so stoked with the results! It’s like a whole new me. If you’re ever in Korea and thinking about getting a straight perm, I say go for it! Just make sure you do your research and find a reputable salon. You won’t regret it!
