{"id":9923,"date":"2024-03-17T07:23:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-17T07:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/haireveryday.com\/?p=9923"},"modified":"2024-03-18T16:13:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T16:13:31","slug":"piggyback-perm-vs-spiral-perm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/haireveryday.com\/piggyback-perm-vs-spiral-perm\/","title":{"rendered":"Piggyback Perm Vs Spiral Perm Vs Regular Perms: What’s The Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What\u2019s the main difference between a piggyback perm vs spiral perm or a spiral perm vs regular perm. And how do they look before and after? Check it out here!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Torn between a piggyback perm and a spiral perm? Unravel the curls of confusion with our guide at HairEveryday.com. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We delve into the twists and turns of these popular perm styles, helping you decide which technique will best suit your hair goals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re after bouncy layers or dramatic ringlets, get ready to discover the perfect perm for your unique look. Let’s roll into the world of perms together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the difference between piggyback perm vs spiral perm?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key difference between a piggyback perm and a spiral perm lies in the technique used to achieve the desired curl pattern. In a piggyback perm, two different-sized perm rods are used on each section of hair, with the smaller rod placed on top of the larger one, creating a layered effect. Conversely, in a spiral perm, a single, uniform-sized perm rod is used, and the hair is wrapped around it in a spiral pattern from root to tip. Understanding these techniques helps individuals choose the right perm method based on their desired curl size and texture.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Piggyback Perm Vs Spiral Perm<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
 <\/strong> <\/strong><\/td> <\/strong>Piggyback Perm<\/strong> <\/strong><\/td> <\/strong>Spiral Perm<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Best suited for<\/strong><\/td>Preferably longer hair lengths.<\/td>Any hair length (but looks best on hair that is either 8 inches or longer).<\/td><\/tr>
Method of rolling the hair<\/strong><\/td>Uses two rods per section of hair in order for the rods to piggyback off each other.<\/td>Rolls the hair vertically only around one rod per section in order to form the spiral\/corkscrew shape of the curls.<\/td><\/tr>
Can it be done on colour-treated hair<\/strong>?<\/td>Yes, if there has been a gap of two weeks once the hair has been coloured.<\/td>Yes, if there has been a gap of two weeks once the hair has been coloured.<\/td><\/tr>
Duration that the perm will last<\/strong><\/td>Around 6 months with proper maintenance.<\/td>Between 3 to 6 months based on its maintenance.<\/td><\/tr>
Appearance of the curls<\/strong><\/td>Looks natural, as the curls are in different directions.<\/td>Curls look like spirals and are formed in a more consistent manner.<\/td><\/tr>
Recommended for<\/strong><\/td>Those looking for hair volume.<\/td>Those looking for a formalized hair pattern.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>What are piggyback perms?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Piggyback perms are one of the most complex and time-consuming types of perm<\/a> hairstyles because each section of hair requires two rods that piggyback off each other. That\u2019s how this perm type gets its name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The reason two perming rods are used for each section of hair, unlike the other perming hairstyles, that use only one rod \u2013 is to create more curls and achieve more hair volume. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So therefore, only people with medium to longer hair lengths can get this perm hairstyle because each section of hair requires a sufficient amount of hair length to wrap around each perming rod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These piggyback curls look very natural because of the curl pattern that it forms, where the curls are formed in different directions, because of how the rods are placed (in opposite directions). This is done in order to give the hair more volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>What are spiral perms?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The shape of the spiral curls give this perm type its name. Spiral perms are different from the other types of curls because of the way the rods are rolled around the hair and also can be defined by the shape it forms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spiral perms involve the perming rods being rolled around the hair in a vertical manner in order to be able to get the curls to form in a spiral or corkscrew pattern once the rods are removed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, these curls will appear more consistent, as compared to the piggyback perm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>How To Get A Triple Piggyback Perm <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1: Dampen your hair and section it into six or nine sections. You can hold up each section using a clip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: This is the part where you place the perming rods and you will require to use two perming rods per section of hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start off by taking one section of the hair, comb it out and then place the rod in the middle of that section. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, take the bottom of the hair and wrap it around the rod and roll it inwards until it reaches the scalp. Thereafter, secure the rod in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the remaining hair, cover it with an endpaper and then place the rod at the bottom of the hair. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now wrap the hair around the rod while rolling it outwards (in the opposite direction of the previous rod placement), until it reaches the other rod. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then secure it there horizontally. This process will be used for all the remaining sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Apply the perming solution evenly over each rod and let it sit for 10 minutes, before rinsing it off thoroughly under running warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Apply the neutralizer and let it sit for 10 minutes before washing it off thoroughly under running warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5: Gently remove the perming rods and then you can let your hair be air dried or blow dried.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>How To Roll Long Hair For A Spiral Perm<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1: Dampen your hair, comb it out and tie it up at the top of your head. This type of perm doesn\u2019t require sectioning, as you will let down little hair at a time and directly work on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Begin with letting down little sections of your hair at a time, starting at the nape of your neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Use only little hair at a time and then wrap the ends of the hair with endpaper because you are going to place the rod at the bottom of the hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, roll it inwards (tilting it vertically) until it reaches the scalp and secure it there, vertically. This process will be used for all the remaining sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Apply the perming solution evenly over each rod and let it sit for 10 minutes, before rinsing it off thoroughly under running warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5: Apply the neutralizer and let it sit for 10 minutes before washing it off thoroughly under running warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6: Gently remove the perming rods and then you can let your hair be air dried or blow dried. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>How To Maintain Your Perms At Home<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After-perm hair care is very important in order to keep your perms intact and get them to last a longer time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are some tips you could use to maintain your permed hair:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n