“Hairstyle that lasts only several months, despite its name” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PERM is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Hairstyle that lasts only several months, despite its name”. It was last seen in the puzzle of March 1, 2026, where it runs at 100 Across and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.