It is really unusual that many women and men do not actually know their hair types and textures. In this article they will find out the answer to one of the most common questions: what is my hair type?
In general, there are four different hair types: straight, wavy, curly and kinky. It is critical that you determine your natural hair type, because once you know this, you can start using products that will help you to achieve the look you always wanted.
Here is the explanation of these four categories of different hair types with their sub categories. It is based on findings of Emmy-winning Oprah stylist Andre Walker.
Type 1: Straight
The main characteristics of straight S1a hair are:
- Hangs loose and free.
- Sleek.
- Shiny (reflects light easily).
- Hard to damage.
- Very hard to curl.
- Easily becomes oily.
Type 2: Wavy
It lies between straight and curly hair. There are three sub categories: W2a, W2b, and W2c. They all form different "S" shaped curves or curls.
- W2a is thinner than other two forms; as a matter of fact, 2A hair is fine. Strands have just a hint of a bend in them. S-waves are loose and stretched out throughout the hair. This type can easily be styled straight or curly.
- W2b is a little thicker, with S-waves being shorter, more distinct.
- W2c is thick and coarse, with very distinct S-waves.
- Both 2b and 2c are more resistant to styling.
- Wavy hair is more susceptible to frizz.
- Has little bounce.
- It has more shine than curly hair, but less than straight.
Type 3: Curly
It has a much tighter curl pattern. It is categorized in C3a, C3b and C3c. All three subcategories form a definite “S”. The only difference is in the size of the curl.
- 3A hair type has a looser curl pattern – spiral curls.
- 3B hair has a tighter curl pattern - ringlets.
- 3C hair has a very tight curly look - corkscrews.
- Wavy hair has a lot of body.
- Can be styled in different styles.
- Does not have lots of sheen.
- Prone to damage.
- Easily frizzes in the humid climate.
In general, there are four different hair types: straight, wavy, curly and kinky. It is critical that you determine your natural hair type, because once you know this, you can start using products that will help you to achieve the look you always wanted.
Here is the explanation of these four categories of different hair types with their sub categories. It is based on findings of Emmy-winning Oprah stylist Andre Walker.
Type 1: Straight
The main characteristics of straight S1a hair are:
- Hangs loose and free.
- Sleek.
- Shiny (reflects light easily).
- Hard to damage.
- Very hard to curl.
- Easily becomes oily.
Type 2: Wavy
It lies between straight and curly hair. There are three sub categories: W2a, W2b, and W2c. They all form different "S" shaped curves or curls.
- W2a is thinner than other two forms; as a matter of fact, 2A hair is fine. Strands have just a hint of a bend in them. S-waves are loose and stretched out throughout the hair. This type can easily be styled straight or curly.
- W2b is a little thicker, with S-waves being shorter, more distinct.
- W2c is thick and coarse, with very distinct S-waves.
- Both 2b and 2c are more resistant to styling.
- Wavy hair is more susceptible to frizz.
- Has little bounce.
- It has more shine than curly hair, but less than straight.
Type 3: Curly
It has a much tighter curl pattern. It is categorized in C3a, C3b and C3c. All three subcategories form a definite “S”. The only difference is in the size of the curl.
- 3A hair type has a looser curl pattern – spiral curls.
- 3B hair has a tighter curl pattern - ringlets.
- 3C hair has a very tight curly look - corkscrews.
- Wavy hair has a lot of body.
- Can be styled in different styles.
- Does not have lots of sheen.
- Prone to damage.
- Easily frizzes in the humid climate.
Type 4: Kinky
Most African-American women have this hair type. It has extremely defined curls which are tightly coiled. There are also three varieties: K4a, K4b and K4c.
- K4a has a tightly coiled “S” pattern to it.
- K4B/C is more wiry with a zig-zag pattern.
- Kinky hair is driest of all types.
- Ii is most fragile of all other types.
- Has very little elasticity.
- It breaks very easily.
Here is the natural hair type chart that will help you understand the difference between different types of hair:
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