Prom is that one special night you want to remember as perfect but your perfect prom hair may become your worst enemy. So if you want the perfect prom hair, consider the many factors involved to having the perfect prom hairstyle, and many of these factors occur many months before the prom. Here is a checklist of steps to help you prepare your hairstyle for this special occasion. Browse our photo galleries for hairstyle ideas.

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Planning Steps

The first step is selecting a perfect prom hairstyle is to choose a hairstyle that fits your look. Usually you chose a hairstyle to match your prom dress and apparel but sometimes, when you already have a perfect hairstyle chosen, you chose your prom dress to match your hairstyle. For the latter, the job is easier since the perfect prom hairstyle has already been selected. For those who have not, it is a good idea to find your dress and other apparel early so that you can find a matching prom hairstyle.

1. Select a few prom hairstyles that you think will look perfect on you.

2. Spend a couple of weekends dressing up with different hairstyle to see which one looks perfect.

3. Select an alternate prom hairstyle just in case

Maintenance Steps

The next step for great prom hairstyles is MAINTENANCE which usually begins after selecting your prom hairstyle till prom day. Taking care of our hair includes many factors like using hydrating shampoos and conditioners, keeping hair out of extreme conditions, and just eating right foods that keep hair healthy. There are an abundance of steps here and we will list a few of the main ones.

Maintaining your perfect prom hairstyles

People always want to have shiny, bouncy and healthy hair. For that, it is necessary to take proper care of hair. There are some unconventional methods that you can try to nourish your hair and to prevent damage.

1. Keep perfect hair length consistent with regular visits to your hair professional for washes and trims. Regular trimming is necessary to keep the ends of hair soft, smooth and thick. The last couple of inches of hair become raggedy and thin if you do not trim them regularly. Trimming also keeps the shape of hair. As hair grows unevenly, any hairstyle can go from chic to shaggy after two or three months. Small trims every 2-3 months are sufficient to keep the hair in shape.

2. Keep good care of hair with use of hair care products; for those with colored hair, use products that keep the color intact and do not wash them out. Avoid shampooing daily if you have dull hair. Volumizing and thickening shampoos are harmful for fine, thin hair. It is safer not to use hair accessories with metal contents. As tap water leaves mineral deposits on hair, it is better to use distilled water as the final rinse while washing hair. Using wooden or cellulose acetate combs instead of plastic combs is good for hair. Boar bristles hairbrush is also good for hair. Using satin pillowcase can help you prevent damage to your hair from tossing and turning. Use protein treatment once a week if your hair has damage

4. Keep your hair out of extreme conditions. You expose your hair to environmental damage when you wear it down. Wind and the dust particles in the air can damage your hair. Wearing up the hair will prevent such damage. You should try to wear your hair up at least half the time.

5. An important step many people forget is that hair grows and proper eating helps keep hair healthy. Hair grows every month. Taking vitamins supplements may speed up the normal growth rate. You should first take a multivitamin that fulfills all the needs of the body. Then you can think of extra nutrition for hair. The useful elements for perfect hair include B complex, zinc, iron, flax seed oil, black currant seed oil, kelp, silica, biotin, folic acid and pantothenic acid. You can also take an amino acids complex to be extra sure.

6. Regular massaging of the scalp helps in getting stronger and thicker hair. It also helps the hair to grow faster. It stimulates the blood supply in the scalp. The blood provides nutrients to the follicles. Moreover, it also reduces stress. Massaging only for 5 minutes daily can give wonderful results. You need to be careful while massaging.

Last Minute Steps

As it gets closer and closer to prom day, it is important to make sure you are ready. These LAST MINUTE steps will help make sure that you are prepared for any situation that may arise and help prevent prom day hairstyle disasters.

Last minute preparations for perfect prom hairstyles

1. If you are going to a salon make sure your stylist is not too booked to spend quality time on your hair.

2. Wear a button up shirt when getting your hairstyle done so no shirt has to be taken off over your perfect hair do

3. Three weeks before prom, keep an emergency kit of hairstyling items you might need including accessories, pins, hairsprays, curling irons, and everything you can think of.

Avoiding The Frizz From Ruining Your Perfect Prom Hair

DO NOT wash you hair daily

Although you may feel that your hair will be dirty if you don't wash it every morning while you shower, others are very unlikely to notice. Only greasy hair will show signs of being unwashed after one day and frizzy hair is rarely greasy. On the contrary, the fact that you're stripping away your hair's natural oils is the most likely cause of your frizz problem. Leave your hair for 3-4 days between washes.

DO use conditioner

Try to find a moisturizing conditioner and use it after every wash. It's really worth paying a little extra for a good quality conditioner and if you can't afford both a good shampoo and a good conditioner, put the extra money into the conditioner.

DO give your hair an intensive hot oil treatment

About once every third wash (if you're sticking to the 3-4 day washing guide), use a leave-in intensive conditioner on your hair. This will help replace any natural oils that your hair has lost due to the abrasive cleaners in shampoo and your hair being exposed to the elements (sun, wind etc).

DO NOT use chemicals on your hair

Those who are unhappy with their hair have a tendency to color it and use all sorts of other chemicals in a vain hope of somehow making it look better. The truth is, these chemicals are just adding to your problem. If your hair has a tendency to frizz, keep away from unnecessary chemical products.

DO NOT expose your hair to the elements

Sun and wind will both dry your hair causing excessive frizzing. Try to wear a scarf or hat to cover your hair whenever you're in the sun and especially if you know you're going to be spending a lot of time outdoors. A scarf will also protect against wind damage. You might also consider buying hair products that protect against UV rays.

DO have your hair cut regularly

Those with frizzy hair will probably be happier with a short style but whatever you choose, it's important you visit your hairdresser regularly as split ends will only add to the problem.

DO try to keep your hair dry

Damp air leads to frizz. Unfortunately, we can't always ensure that our hair will stay dry but if you think it might rain, carry an umbrella. There are some really funky looking brollies around these days so they won't cramp your style.

DO NOT use heated styling tools

Hair dryers, straightening irons and curling tongs all damage the hair and should be avoided as much as possible. If you MUST use them, always use a protective product on your hair beforehand. If you're uncertain of the kind of product you'd need, ask your hairdresser for advice.

DO use anti-frizz products

Products such as frizz-ease aren't just another way of getting you to part with your money. Although they'll never completely eliminate the problem, they really do help decrease it. However, it's important that you stick with the other tips, too. Using anti-frizz products alone simply isn't enough.

If you follow this step you will be well on your way to a perfect prom hair day.