Hair styling

When thinking about perms, the images that come to mind span from ’80s Jheri curl mullets to Carrie Bradshaw’s infamous curls in the early ’90s. But these permed styles are not just a thing of the past. Permanent solutions are back on the scene, making waves of all shapes and sizes and catering to every hair type. Whether you have limp, fine strands that crave body and volume, or are simply looking to avoid a plethora of product buildup to keep your hair’s movement intact, there is a perm out there to solve your hair woes. We tapped two expert hairstylists to explain every type of perm there is. Keep reading to learn what they have to say about the various perms available and which one may be best for you.

While we all know about the versatility of a French braid—you can spot them everywhere from elementary school classrooms to the red carpet—one thing the style is not exactly famous for is ease of execution. But surprisingly, this hairstyle is much simpler to achieve than it appears.

Don’t let a new braiding technique intimidate you, Byrdies. Below is an easy to follow, step-by-step breakdown of a classic French braid.