When talking about fashion from the past, we can’t help but remember the iconic permanent (chemical) curling irons, the ones that transformed straight hair into gorgeous curls.
At the beginning of the 20th century, these were ordinary metal or plastic cylinders. At first glance, they looked nothing special, but they marked the beginning of an era in which curls became a symbol of femininity and style.
The true evolution of curlers began in the 1950s and 1960s. Flexible shapes, sizes, and different materials appeared: now there was an approach for every hair type.
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And in the 80s and 90s, curls experienced a real boom: large, voluminous curls conquered fashion, and chemical curling became an almost obligatory procedure for every fashionable woman.
The process wasn’t easy: wash my hair, curl it with rollers, apply the chemical, and then neutralize it. But the result was worth it. Furthermore, the size of the rollers had a direct impact on the shape of the curls, from tight rings to soft waves.
It was during these years that the quilt ceased to be a simple salon service. Thanks to home kits, every woman could create her own “chemistry” in her own bathroom: all it took was a little patience and attention.
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