First Digital Perm Experience

I have always wanted to get a perm for wavy hair but was reluctant for the longest time because everyone said it is hard to maintain and very damaging to your hair. But after worrying for so long, I finally decided to do it. My hair was getting too long and I wanted a change from straight hair.

The salon I went to is called Chura Hair Salon, located in downtown Vancouver. This place was recommended to me by my cousin since she had her perm done there several times. It's a Japanese hair salon with all Japanese stylists and I had a very friendly stylist name Maki to perm my hair. This salon is very affordable for a cut and digital perm compared to many other places in Vancouver. They charged $120 before tax and tips, while many places charge $200 - $300+.

The service was very good once I arrived. As usual, they will start off washing your hair before they cut it. One issue I had was just the language barrier. When I tried explaining the size of the curls I wanted, it seemed like she didn't quite get me. I just tried pointing at the pictures of the desired curls I want and asked her again to reassure she got my message.

So here is what the digital perm process will be like: