“Let’s Go Fetch Your Money”: Woman Shows Off the Perm She Wanted vs the One She Got, SA Amused

• A young woman visited a salon for a perm but walked out with hair that looked like a simple blow-out
• The hun shared a video on TikTok showcasing the difference between her expectations and the reality of what she got
• Social media users were left in stitches, with some advising her to demand a refund while others offered to help fix her hair
• Briefly News spoke with hair expert Lusanda Tyawana, about creating bouncy perm curls

Perms were popular in the 60s, 70s and the 80s, giving hair a voluminous and curly look that was loved by many. Over the years, the style has evolved, but it remains a go-to for people looking for long-lasting curls.

A local lady under the TikTok handle @mahooko was left disappointed after visiting her salon hoping for a bouncy perm but instead walked out with hair that looked like it was blown out.

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The perm she wanted vs the one she got

In the video, @mahooko shows a series of images featuring the curly, bouncy perm she was hoping for. The reference pictures showcase perfectly styled, voluminous curls, creating high expectations for her transformation.

Her excitement, however, quickly turns into disappointment when she reveals her finished look. Instead of the curls she envisioned, her hair appears flat and straight, as though she had simply gotten a blow-dry instead of a perm.

Watch the TikTok video below:

Getting a perfect perm

The Briefly News team spoke with hairstylist and salon manager Lusanda Tyawana about the most common reasons a perm might not take properly or fail to create curls. She said:

"A perm might not come out nicely due to factors such as overly damaged or resistant hair, incorrect perm solution, or improper rod selection. Additionally, mistakes such as fast processing time, improper neutralisation, or previously treated hair interfering with the chemical reaction and even an expired hair solution."

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We asked her, could hair type or previous treatments like bleaching or straightening affect how a perm turns out? She said:

"Definitely! Hair type and previous treatment can impact how a perm turns out. Bleached, chemically straightened, or overly damaged hair may struggle to hold curls properly and may break your hair, or give uneven frizzy results instead of the desired bouncy waves.

The team asked what a person should do before getting a perm to ensure the best possible outcome. Lusanda said:

"Perm is different from other hairstyles, before attempting to do it, first, make sure that your hair is in its natural state. This means you have to assess your hair's health and avoid treatments like bleaching or relaxing for a few weeks or months beforehand to prevent excessive damage.

Deep condition your hair regularly, leading up to the appointment, and keep it strong and hydrated, to ensure better results and less breakage. Lastly, consult your professional stylist to assess your hair's readiness for a perm and they should be able to give you clear feedback."

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Mzansi comments on the lady's post

The clip gained traction, attracting thousands of views and comments from social media users who found the situation hilarious and relatable. Some people sympathised with @mahooko, encouraging her to go back and demand a refund, while others jokingly offered to help.

User @thulisilehlathe shared:

"Ake tshege (I'm not laughing)😅😅😅."

User @nthabisengnorah86 added:

"Etla ketlogo dira (come let me perm you)😅."

User @Madise♡ said:

"Makabelo kekopa relo lata tjhelete ya hao (Let's to go fetch your money) 😭😭😭😅😅."

User @user80076292566658 shared:

"😂😂 Ke blow."

3 Briefly News hairstyle articles

• A young lady left the salon crying after paying for a bad installation that she ended up taking off immediately after finishing.
• A woman took to her TikTok account to express her frustration after spending R500 on a disappointing hair installation for her graduation.
• A young lady chose not to return an R13 500 wig that started shedding noticeably on the fourth day after purchase.

Source: Briefly News