60 Amazing Permed Hairstyles for Women Who Love Curls

If you love curly or wavy hair but naturally have straight hair, a perm can give you long-lasting texture, from soft waves to tight curls. Permed hairstyles can add volume, movement, and shape while working with many different hair lengths and cuts.

From short bouncy curls to long loose waves, there are plenty of ways to wear permed hair. Whether you want something soft and natural or bold and full of volume, these perm hairstyles for women can help you find a look that suits your hair and personal style.

Perm Hairstyles for Women Who Dream about Curls

The best part about a perm is that it is very long-lasting. This is not a one-time deal. You will be enjoying the curls for months at a time. Since there are many ways to go about a perm, we have collected 60 most popular ones to make your choice easier. Check out the below hairstyle ideas to make up your own style.

#1: Perm with a Deep Part

Brown curls with a deep side part and extra volume on one side

If a permed hairstyle that adds tons of curls to your locks isn’t enough volume for you, just finger comb in a heavy side part. This will add extra lift and body to one side, meaning your face gets help from the switched up dimension!

#2: Blonde-Highlighted Perm

Long permed hair is no longer plain when you add luscious blonde highlights! For ladies with medium or dark skin tones, light blonde highlights are a beautiful complement.

#3: High Curly Updo with a Swept Front

Looking for a fancier style for your curly locks on a special night out? Gather them up in a high updo that brings all the body forward, leaving a few tendrils loose if desired. The waves and curls will give your new look plenty of texture.

#4: Side-Shaved Platinum Cut with a Long Front

A closely shaved side contrasts with a longer front section and rounded back. Soft waves in the platinum lengths balance the bold asymmetrical shape.

#5: Bright Red Ringlets with Wispy Bangs

Another option for ladies who have a darker skin tone is ginger red hair color! This spicy shade works beautifully with permed curls to give your haircut the fierce kick it needs! If you’re not against bangs, keep them short and wispy to round out the style.

#6: Long Curls with a Headband

Looking for a way to wear your long curly or wavy hair down but still keep it off your face? Grab a headband! Choose a neutral colored headband or a peppier color to stylishly sweep hair away from the face.

#7: White or Gray Perm for Older Women

There’s no rule that says just because you’re aging, you have to go short! Your white or gray hair will look gorgeous and you’ll feel like a goddess if you keep it long and add a perm for gorgeous spiraled waves or curls.

#8: Shoulder-Length Ringlets with Dark Roots

Get the best of both thick hair and manageability by layering your short permed hair. This style features a center part on blonde shoulder-length curls and clear, sexy definition of layers.

#9: Textured Low Bun with a Center Part

A low bun or loose ponytail at the nape of the neck is an elegant way to wear long natural hair that has been permed. A simple center part is all you need for pre-styling!

#10: Side-Swept Brunette Waves

Trying to give your hair a little life and body? Perms are one of the easiest ways to add built-in curls or waves, distracting from thin hair! Style it down with a heavy side part, or gather it in a cute low messy bun!

#11: Side-Parted Chestnut Ringlets

voluminous light brown curly perm framing the face — @yaroslava_kucheryava

This is an amazing hairstyle which suits all the faces. The beautiful flowing curls left free look gorgeous.

#12: Swept-Back Golden Waves

Golden-blonde waves with a lifted, swept-back front

If you have a flat and small forehead then you can choose it. This medium length permed hairstyle looks elegant equally on black hair or brown hair.

#13: Dense Dark Ringlets with Crown Volume

long dark brown curly perm hairstyle featuring tight spiral ringlets and a deep side part — @permsfeed

This is really a gorgeous hairstyle for long hair. You can wear this hairstyle on a party or any evening function which gives you a stylish look.

#14: Long Black Wet-Look Waves

long dark curly perm on thin hair — @mako_shark_9

If you have long or medium length hair then you can try this one. The freely flowing curls look very beautiful.

#15: Center-Parted Curls with Golden Ribbons

Curly Layered Permed Hairstyle for Women

If your hair is thin try this permed hairstyle. If you want to add volume to your hair then this is one is highly recommended if you like it.

#16: Long Blonde Curls with Dark Roots

The girls with an oval shaped or long shaped face should opt this hairstyle which adds volume and gives you a fashionable look. Free curls in this picture are looking really amazing.

#17: Simple and cute hairstyle

If your hair is thick, try this perm hairstyle. It gives a decent as well as an attractive look. Beautiful curls at the end of the hair adds the beauty.

#18: Copper Layers with Loose Curled Ends

If you want to change your hairstyle and looking for the factor that’ll make you look different from others then you can dye your hair & opt this beautiful hairstyle. A crowd of little curls at the end looks gorgeous.

#19: Rounded Curly Bob with Lifted Bangs

voluminous shoulder length brown curly perm — @hairsalonguelph

This is a simple curly permed hairstyle for short length hair. If you have naturally curly hair, you can push your hair back from the forehead and let the remaining hair fall freely.

#20: Long Curly Shag with Wispy Bangs

shaggy curly perm hairstyle for thin hair — @yuka_hair_van

This hairstyle is a beautiful version of curly hairstyles. For thin hair, this hairstyle is the best idea.

#21: Blonde Ribbon Ringlets with Crown Volume

A fabulous hairstyle which looks more amazing when you dye your hair. Beautiful curls spreading all around your face and shoulders look fantastic.

#22: Short Wavy Shag with Parted Bangs

Short dark brown permed shag haircut for thin hair — @madoka_abbey

If you have short or thin hair, you can try this perm style. This hairstyle will make your features prominent and add style.

#23: Shoulder-Length Corkscrew Curls

Shoulder-length brown corkscrew curls with a lifted front

This is completely curly hairstyle which looks amazing on all the faces whether you have an oval face or you have a round face.

#24: Long Black Spiral Curls

Long black spiral curls spread over a light background

Setting a larger ratio of your hair on one side and then adding curls to all the hair is a great idea. Particularly if you have thick black hair then the beauty of this hairstyle enhances.

#25: Golden-Brown Ringlets with a Swept-Back Front

Portrait of a beautiful woman with long curly hair - On a black background

Curls are very common among young girls at parties and weddings. This is another version of the beautiful curly perm style which is suitable for parties and functions. If you have long hair you can wear this hairstyle on all the joyful events.

#26: Curly Perm with Side Bangs

This hairstyle will look amazing on oval and long faces. If you have a big forehead and you want to cover it with a curly hairstyle then pick this one in the picture.

#27: Tousled Wavy Lob with Curved Bangs

medium length light brown curly perm with bangs. — @lapensee.official

Beautiful curly hairstyle with shoulder-length hair. Curly hairstyles are always beautiful if you can wear it suitably with your facial size and shape.

#28: Long Rippling Waves with Blonde Streaks

Back view of long permed hair featuring tight cascading waves and long layered length — @nataliepackerhairstudio

For the girls with thin and long hair this is an ideal choice which adds volume to your hair and makes you look fabulous.

#29: Golden Bob with Sculpted S-Waves

If you are going to attend a night function or a party with red lipstick then this hairstyle will add drama and style to your personality. If you want a stylish and fashionable hairstyle for your short hair then this is the best hairstyle.

#30: Center-Parted Copper Curly Bob

It’s another cute curly hairstyle which you can opt for your short hair. Beautiful flowing curls look amazing.

#31: Side-Swept Curly Lob with Crown Volume

A very simple but cute hairstyle which is suitable for you if you have short and thin hair. With this hairstyle, your face becomes prominent and you look really cute.

#32: Large Chestnut Barrel Curls

Long chestnut hair with a side part and large barrel curls

Another amazing hairstyle for medium to long hair. The hair is divided into two sides of your head and the long curly hair flowing freely looks elegant.

#33: Side-Swept Black Corkscrew Curls

Dark spiral curls with a side-swept front section.

If you have black medium length hair then just try this hairstyle shown in the image for a gorgeous look.

#34: Dark Waves with Wispy Bangs

dark curly perm hairstyle with bangs — @susanloveshair

This curly hairstyle covers your forehead. If you are looking for a unique and ultimate gorgeous hairstyle then just opt this one.

#35: Auburn Ringlets with Smooth Side Bangs

Portrait of young beautiful woman with long curly volume hair

This hairstyle adds volume and the little rings of hair enhance your personality. This is just an awesome long perm hairstyle.

#36: Wet-Look Curls with Face-Framing Spirals

dark wet-look curly perm on thin hair — @desireeathairology

With medium hair, you can wear this hairstyle. Whether you have black hair or brown whether you have a round face or an oval you can freely wear this hairstyle.

#37: Best hairstyle for evening functions

When you want to look totally new and romantic you should wear this hairstyle. The free curls flowing on the face and the sides of the face look amazingly gorgeous.

#38: Golden Corkscrew Curls with Airy Volume

This is a cute version of curly hairstyle in which the complete hair is converted into curls. This is a really beautiful hairstyle which you can try on parties.

#39: Center-Parted Brown Spirals

medium length brown curly perm hairstyle — @styledbyyissel

You can try curly hairstyle on different colors of hair. This hairstyle has many types and you can find the best one for you. The hairstyle in the picture is very attractive and elegant.

#40: Side-Swept Rounded Copper Coils

Rounded copper coils with a lifted side-swept front

This is an elegant perm hairstyle. Your short hair is converted into curls totally. The curls cover your forehead and increase the beauty of your face.

#41: Curly hair parting ideas

middle parted dark curly perm and blonde highlights — @denimyarou

This hairstyle contains totally curly hair with no straight front hair. Hair with curls is equally divided into both sides.

#42: Long Blonde Waves with Curtain Bangs

Long pale-blonde waves with parted curtain bangs

For the girls who want to add a style in their simple long hair and want to leave them free, this hairstyle is the right choice.

#43: Freely flowing curls and bangs with some creativity on bangs

An amazing hairstyle in which a beautiful creative work is done on the front hair covering the forehead. And on both sides of the face beautiful curly medium length hair is left.

#44: Awesome party perm hairstyle

This hairstyle is the perfect choice when you are going to attend an important event. Believe that with this elegant hairstyle you will remain the center of attraction throughout the event.

#45: Deep Side-Parted Copper-Blonde Curls

A simple hairstyle which suits greatly on the long face. A simple yet elegant hairstyle.

#46: Tousled Curly Bob with Spiral Bangs

One of the best hairstyles for short curly hair. You look really cute and innocent with this fabulous hairstyle.

#47: Dark Curly Bob with a Swept-Back Front

This is another curly hairstyle type with no hair on the forehead. The curls reaching your shoulders which look very nice.

#48: Copper Ribbon Curls with a Deep Side Sweep

You can dye your hair into different colors and then apply any of the curly hairstyles depending on the length of your hair. It gives you a new and fresh look. Loose curls in particular keep their softness at this length, whatever color you land on.

#49: Long Side Bangs

The hair is divided into two sides. The front hair is cut into small lengths reaching your cheeks. And the hair below your chin is given beautiful curls. Your curls can stay long while the side bangs shape the hair around your cheeks, giving you a shorter front without changing the whole length.

#50: Curly hairstyle with volume

voluminous medium length brown curly perm — @vera_curly_hairdresser

A gorgeous hairstyle which you can opt with all the shape of faces. This is one of the most elegant types of full curly hairstyle which gives you a sophisticated and a beautiful look.

#51: Long Messy Curls

Long messy curls have always been a favorite choice of hairdressers when it comes to hair perming. The length adds style, whereas the big waves give volume. Such perm hairstyles provide a fresh and vibrant look while taking minimal effort to maintain.

#52: Short Full Red Curls

People of African and Asian origin are blessed with dark pigmented hair. Some alterations can make them more attractive such as red and auburn tints. The bushy perm hairstyle is showcased best when colored vibrantly. It adds in a fresh vibe to your personality.

#53: Short Chestnut Perm

Short Permed Hairstyle in Chestnut Brown

Brown hues are a timeless choice, especially when combined with loose perm hairstyles. If you have short hair and a long neck, then this hairstyle is just for you. Loose curls are sure to add style to your persona and bring an instant transformation.

#54: Permed Mohawk

Sometimes actions speak more than words and so do mohawk hairstyles. The curly mohawk has been a favorite pick for those who dare. Those who carry the mohawk curled hair express their independence and attitude towards life. It looks edgy and sharp. Such perm hairstyles convey a silent message: do not mess with me.

#55: Long Waves with a Deep Side Part

Long brown S-waves with a deep side part

Perm hairstyles look best with a suitable haircut. A good haircut always complements the face shape. Long loose curls with a face-framing side sweep instead of thick bangs is definitely a head-turner. This hairstyle is best for heart-shaped and oblong faces.

#56: Long Center-Parted Golden Ringlets

Fine and thin hair can be rescued by curling either tight or loose. Permed hairdos are most suited for fine and limp hair. It adds body and volume to the existing hair. This helps to boost the confidence and vitality in one’s personality.

#57: Blue Curls

Dyeing hair in funky colors is a bold statement. But combining it with perm looks fierce. A head full of neon-colored curly hair looks really cool. People who dye their hair differently always stand out in the crowd. So go for it and rock your nightlife.

#58: High Curly Puff with Face-Framing Tendrils

It is a fact that most permed hairstyles involve loose hair but it is not always possible to let your curly hair loose. Some gorgeous updos can be created by using the beautifully textured curly hair. The curly locks add elegance and softness to the whole look.

#59: Long Black Waves with Scattered Flowers

Dark-colored textured long hair is one of the strongest characters in physical appearance. Though perms make them look a little shorter. The lovely locks look absolutely stunning when accessorized with flowers. It gives a fresh and festive sensation.

#60: Half-Up Curls

Curly hair looks fabulous even when styled casually. The flow and loose texture give a soft look to everyday styling. A messy braid or a half-Updo instantly glamorize your existing perm hairstyle.

These are some of the best perm hairstyles for you to choose from. Pick one that suits you the most. Or perhaps, just step out of your comfort zone and try something new! Perm hairstyles will certainly bring a captivating change to your appearance.