What are the 4 types of curly hair?

A simple breakdown: Type 1s are straight, Type 2s are wavy, Type 3s are curly, and Type 4s are coily. The sub-classifications of A to C are based on the width or diameter of your wave, curl, or coil pattern.

How many different types of curly hair are there?

Our founder Ouidad, the world-renowned stylist who opened the first ever curly hair salon, identified the four different curl types — Wavy, Loose, Tight, and Coily curls — and developed a signature line of products that complement each type. Because every curl needs the regimen that treats it right.

What are Type 3 curls?

Type 3 curly hair ranges from a light curl to tight, curly tendrils, and usually have a combination of textures. They are defined and springy, with more height and volume at the root than type 2s.

What determines straight or curly hair?

It is the shape of the follicle which contributes to determining whether your hair is straight or curly. If the follicle is round, hair will tend to grow straight, while an oval follicle will give wavy hair and a hooked or elliptical-shaped follicle will give you curly hair.

What is type 2B curly hair?

Naturally Curly Hair Type 2. Type 2 hair is classified as more of a wavy hair texture with a variety of loose curls. Type 2a hair is wavy with no actual ‘curl pattern,’ type 2b is a mixture of wavy and loose curls (otherwise known as beach waves), and type 2c hair has loose curls.

What are 3A curls?

What is 3A hair? 3A hair typically consists of loose spiral curls that often have a lightweight feel-especially for those with a much drier hair texture. Unlike 3B or 3C curls, which have progressively tighter ringlets, 3A hair is defined, springy and has a potential for a lot of body and shine.

What are the different types of curl?

Wavy Hair – Curl Type 2. Ever look at celebrities like Rashida Jones or Penelope Cruz and wonder what type of styling product or method they use to achieve those