What Is Your Hair Type?
Type 3 Hair
There are many different hair types but caring for 3A to 4C might be a little tricky. So here are some ways to keep your hair healthy and always looking its best.
3A Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by loose, well-defined curls. The curls of 3A hair tend to be bigger & more buoyant than those of 3B hair, with a lot of body & volume. People with 3A hair tend to have a combination of curls and waves. Their hair tends to be dense and highly textured. Some tips for caring for 3A hair include:
- Use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to cleanse and moisturize your hair.
- Use a leave-in conditioner or detangler to make it easier to comb through your hair.
- Use a wide-tooth comb or a detangling brush to gently comb through your hair, starting at the ends and working your way up to the roots.
- Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week to nourish and strengthen your hair.
- Avoid using heat styling tools, as they can damage your hair and cause it to become dry and brittle.
- Try a protective styling method, such as braids or twists, to keep your hair moisturized and protected from damage.
- Avoid using products that contain alcohol, as they can strip your hair of its natural oils and cause it to become dry and damaged.
3B Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by curls that are more loosely coiled than those of 3C hair. The curls of 3B hair tend to be a bit bigger and more defined than those of 3C hair, and they tend to have a lot of body and bounce. People with 3B hair tend to have a combination of curls, waves, and coils, and their hair tends to be dense and highly textured. Again some tips for caring for 3B hair include:
- Use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to cleanse and moisturize your hair.
- Use a leave-in conditioner or detangler to make it easier to comb through your hair.
- Use a wide-tooth comb or a detangling brush to gently comb through your hair, starting at the ends and working your way up to the roots.
- Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week to nourish and strengthen your hair.
- Avoid using heat styling tools, as they can damage your hair and cause it to become dry and brittle.
- Try a protective styling method, such as braids or twists, to keep your hair moisturized and protected from damage.
- Avoid using products that contain alcohol, as they can strip your hair of its natural oils and cause it to become dry and damaged.
3C Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by curls that are tightly coiled, having a diameter that is about the size of a pencil or straw. People with 3C hair tend to have a combination of curls, coils, and waves, and their hair tends to be bouncy and springy. This hair type is known to be dense, voluminous, and highly textured, and it requires special care to maintain its health and manageability. Tips for caring for 3C hair include: The same step used for 3A & B hair
Type 4 Hair
4A Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by tight curls that have a well-defined shape and a lot of volume. The curls of 4A hair tend to be smaller and more densely packed than those of 4B hair, and they have a lot of body and bounce. People with 4A hair tend to have a combination of curls and coils, and their hair tends to be dense and highly textured. More tips for caring for 4A hair include:
- Use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to cleanse and moisturize your hair.
- Use a leave-in conditioner or detangler to make it easier to comb through your hair.
- Use a wide-tooth comb or a detangling brush to gently comb through your hair, starting at the ends and working your way up to the roots.
- Use a deep conditioning treatment once a week to nourish and strengthen your hair.
- Avoid using heat styling tools, as they can damage your hair and cause it to become dry and brittle.
- Try a protective styling method, such as braids or twists, to keep your hair moisturized and protected from damage.
- Avoid using products that contain alcohol, as they can strip your hair of its natural oils and cause it to become dry and damaged.
4B Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by tightly coiled curls that have a zig-zag or “S” pattern. The curls of 4B hair tend to be smaller and more tightly packed than those of 4A hair. They tend to be more delicate and prone to breakage. People with 4B hair tend to have a combination of coils and curls, and their hair tends to be dense and highly textured. Some tips for caring for 4B hair include the same steps used for 4A hair as well.
4C Hair Type
Is a hair type that is characterized by tightly coiled curls that are very delicate and prone to breakage. This hair type is known to be the most fragile & the most prone to damage of all the hair types. It requires a lot of special care to maintain its health and manageability. Again tips for caring for 4C hair include the exact same steps used for 4A & 4B