Hair lies flat with no curls or waves. It’s smooth and shiny
Type 1
Hair has loose, S-shaped waves. It’s slightly frizzy and has more texture than straight hair.
Type 2
Hair forms tight, defined curls. It can be voluminous and may have a lot of bounce.
Type 3
Hair has very tight curls or coils that can appear fluffy or dense. It’s often more fragile and prone to dryness.
Type 4
Type 1: Straight
– 1A: Fine and thin – 1B: Medium thickness – 1C: Coarse and thick
– 2A: Loose waves – 2B: Medium waves – 2C: Thick waves
– 3A: Loose curls – 3B: Medium curls – 3C: Tight curls
– 4A: Soft coils – 4B: Tight coils – 4C: Very tight coils
Type 2: Wavy
Type 3: Curly
Type 4: Coily/Kinky