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How Did the 80s Get Hair So Big?

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How Did the 80s Get Hair So Big?

Season 5 Episode 53 | 4m 31s | CC

The 80s was a decade full of neon leg warmers, power ballads, and big hair. But how did we get that big hair so bad it’s good? A little bit of teasing and a lot of chemistry. This week Ms. Beautyphile helps us tackle the science behind perms and crimping and overall big 80s hair.

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