Owners of straight hair often want to have beautiful curls. But not everyone is ready to spend a lot of time on daily styling. Therefore, for such busy ladies, there is vertical chemistry. How safe is it for curls and effective?
What it is
Vertical chemistry is a method of long-term curling, which is done on vertical curlers using a special chemical composition. Under its influence, the cuticle opens, so that the strands take the form of a curl.
Then the master puts a latch, which fixes the result. Curls retain their shape from 3 to 6 months. The composition is selected individually, depending on the type and condition of the hair. Specialists try to use soft, gentle compounds so as not to damage their structure.
Benefits of the procedure
Vertical chemistry has several advantages, thanks to which it is popular among the fair half of humanity:
- beautiful curls that have a natural and neat appearance;
- no need to do daily hair styling;
- vertical curls beautifully frame the face;
- quite persistent effect;
- curls become more obedient;
- the hairstyle looks more voluminous;
- hair should be washed less often;
- can be done on strands of any length.
It is best to do vertical chemistry with a qualified craftsman who can choose the composition based on the diagnosis of your hair.
Disadvantages of the procedure
Despite these advantages, vertical chemistry affects the structure of the hair, even if the master uses a very gentle composition. Therefore, due to long-term curling your curls can become dry and brittle. Therefore, after the procedure, be sure to include nourishing and moisturizing masks and balms in your hair care.
Contraindications to this service
Due to the fact that a chemical composition is used to create vertical chemistry on the hair, there are contraindications to this procedure. Do not do this service:
- women during pregnancy and lactation;
- if you are taking potent hormonal drugs;
- people allergic to the composition or any of its components;
- if you have damaged and thinned curls;
- those who have recently done dyeing, because some compounds can change the color of hair;
- if the hair is dyed with a natural dye - henna or basma.
Also, the master should determine the structure of your hair. It is simple to do: you need to wind a dry small strand onto a bobbin and keep it for 15 minutes. If the strand remains slightly curly, then you can do a curl.
Varieties of curlers
What curls you get depends on the curlers you choose. For this procedure, special stick-shaped devices are used, they are:
- cylindrical;
- curved;
- cone-shaped.
If you want the curls to look as natural as possible, choose cone-shaped bobbins. The choice of curlers also depends on what type of hair you have:
- if they are long and hard, then curlers with a large diameter will suit you;
- the average diameter is ideal for thick hair of medium stiffness;
- curlers with a small diameter are chosen for thin and short hair.
The smaller the diameter of the bobbin, the more resilient and shallow the curl. The master can use curlers as one size, and combine them. As a result, you can get a hairstyle with beautiful curly curls.
How to choose a curl to the shape of the face
In magazines, you can easily find photos with vertical chemistry on hair of different lengths. Particularly spectacular look curls that are selected in accordance with the features of your face. If the face is oval or round, elastic curls will do.
Soft curls will look beautiful on girls with a triangular face shape. If it looks more like a rectangle or square, you better choose soft curls that will beautifully frame your face, which allows you to adjust some angular lines.
Features of chemistry for short hair
Such a curl can be done on strands of any length, except for haircuts that do not cover the earlobe. Vertical chemistry for short hair will add femininity or enthusiasm to your image, depending on the diameter of the curls. This styling method is suitable for owners of a classic or bob-car.
But if you have an asymmetric haircut, then professionals are not advised to do a vertical curl. Except for the option when it is combined with a slanting bang. For short hair, you need to choose curlers with a small or small diameter.
Features of curling on medium length hair
This length is considered universal, any curls look good on it. Vertical chemistry on medium hair allows you to update the image, while maintaining the length of the curls. They look especially beautiful on multi-stage haircuts or elongated caret.
You can make vertical chemistry with curlers. They add volume, make the hairstyle more refined and sophisticated. At the same time, the curls look natural, without any creases.
Long hair
Long hair is quite difficult to curl. But the result is impressive. Vertical chemistry for long hair can take a lot of time, because they frizz with thin locks. You can only process the lower part in this way or make a cascading cut to simplify the procedure.
But it should be borne in mind that vertical chemistry on long hair is not as stable as on curls of a different length. Because under its own weight, the curls straighten quickly enough. To work with long hair, curlers of large diameter are most often chosen to get a beautiful smooth curl.
How to do a vertical wave
Vertical chemistry can be done at home, although, of course, it is better to contact a qualified craftsman. But if you are sure that you can correctly erase it yourself, then you should proceed to the procedure, having prepared the necessary components:
- a set of whooping cough;
- professional hair curlers;
- gloves and a plastic hat.
Before starting the procedure, you need to conduct an allergy test. If no allergic reaction has occurred, then you can proceed with the curling process.
- To start, wash your hair and pat your hair with a towel.
- Apply oily cream to the skin along the entire hairline.
- Divide hair into equal locks and apply a special lotion to each.
- Then begins the process of wrapping strands on bobbins. Curling should start from the back of the head. With the vertical method, the strands are wound starting from the roots.
- Then apply the chemical composition, put a plastic cap on your head and stand it for the specified amount of time.
- Then apply a fixing composition that needs to be kept on the hair for 5 minutes and rinse with water without using shampoo.
- After all the manipulations, remove the bobbin and dry the curls without combing them.
The most important thing in the vertical curling procedure is the quality of the composition used. Because if it is too aggressive, then you can greatly ruin the structure of your hair. Therefore, there is no need to save on chemical curlers and it is better to choose products with a gentle effect.
Procedure cost
This procedure is quite time-consuming, and can take several hours. The cost of a perm depends on the length and thickness of the hair, as well as on the composition used and the skill of the master. Therefore, the cost can vary from 3000 to 5000 rubles or more.
Of course, you can save a lot if you do a wave at home. But professional products will also be expensive, but perming hair is not worth saving, because not only their appearance, but also their structure depends on it.
Hair Care After Vertical Curling
This procedure is quite time-consuming, and can take several hours. The cost of a perm depends on the length and thickness of the hair, as well as on the composition used and the skill of the master. Therefore, the price can vary from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles or more.
Of course, you can spend less if you do a wave at home. But professional products will also be expensive, but perming hair is not worth saving, because not only their appearance, but also their structure depends on it.
Hair Care After Vertical Curling
Any kind of perm, especially if it was done with aggressive compounds, damages the hair structure. Therefore, curls need regular and thorough care, if you want them to have a beautiful and neat look.
In order for the effect of vertical chemistry to be more stable, you do not need to wash your hair for 3 days after the procedure and no styling. Also, be sure to include conditioner, moisturizing and nourishing balms and masks in your hair care. To restore the structure of the hair, the following recommendations must be observed:
- after washing the hair, it is necessary to gently pat the hair with a towel;
- comb them with a comb with rare cloves after they are completely dry;
- if you decide to use a hairdryer, then use a diffuser nozzle;
- if you plan to tint curls, use natural dyes for this.
Also, after vertical perm, do not do the following:
- go to bed with a wet head;
- dry curls with hot air;
- backcomb;
- use lacquer to fix hairstyles;
- do staining earlier than 3 weeks after perm.
If you follow these recommendations, the result of the vertical wave will be more lasting. Those who have tried this procedure note that the result is good, but because of the compositions, the hair becomes more overdried, and the ends become split. Well, the owners of long curls note that the effect is not very persistent.
Vertical chemistry is a great option for those who intend to renew their image or haircut. You can look gentle and romantic by choosing large soft curls, and become bold and provocative thanks to small elastic curls. But you need to understand that after perming, hair needs care, so that the effect is more lasting, and the hairstyle looks beautiful and neat.