![\"Hair](\"https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-curly-hair-guide-texture-683x1024.jpg\")
Everyone's hair has its own texture, which can be also referred to as a curl pattern. There are four commonly accepted types of hair, namely straight, wavy, curly and coily or kinky. Every hair type is then divided into four subcategories – a, b, c and d. The hair shape is affected by the follicle shape, which is a genetic feature. To help you find out what hair pattern you have, we have broken down the types of hair texture below.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Straight Hair<\/h3>\r\n![\"Straight](\"https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-straight-hair-1a-1b-1c-texture-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\nCredit photo: shutterstock<\/span>\r\nIt makes sense to start from the beginning of the hair type chart, which is straight hair or type 1 hair. You know your hair is straight if none of the curling methods work for it. The hair remains flat from top to bottom. On the bright side though, the strands are silky smooth, soft and have an extremely shiny finish. If your locks are straight, it usually means you have fine hair<\/a>. Your scalp can also produce quite a lot of sebum, so you should not be surprised if you often have greasy hair<\/a>, as it is typical for the straight type of hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n \t- \r\n
Straight 1A Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>This type of hair is ultimately straight. It does not show any signs of curling and if you try to curl it, it becomes flat pretty fast. Your hair may lack volume but it is very soft to the touch.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Straight 1B Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>There is no noticeable curling in your hair. Yet, you can detect random bends here and there. Your hair is quite voluminous compared to the previous subcategory.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Straight 1C Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>Your hair does not have curls. Though, it is quite voluminous. What makes it different from the two other types is that it is coarse hair<\/a>, not fine or soft.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWavy Hair<\/h3>\r\n![\"Wavy](\"https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-wavy-hair-2a-2b-2c-texture-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\nCredit photo: shutterstock<\/span>\r\nNext up is the most relaxed category of hair curl types – the type 2, or simply wavy hair. Since it can be different, it involves three main sub-classifications that are based on the width of your curly pattern – 2a hair, 2b hair and 2c hair<\/a>. See how special each one can be!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n \t- \r\n
Wavy 2A Hair: <\/strong>The 2a hair type is the well-balanced combo of straight and light curls. It's usually characterized by soft, natural waves that provide a lot of natural movement, curling primarily at the ends. Also, it's the most flexible hair texture types, as it can easily adapt to any styling idea.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Wavy 2B Hair: <\/strong>The second type of wavy hair is far more defined and thick hair<\/a>. This time, getting a perfectly straight chevelure will be a tough deal. That's because your steady, S-shaped strands that get thicker at the midway are quite hard to tame.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Wavy 2C Hair: <\/strong>The texture and thickness of the 2c hair type can be seen from a mile away. These waves are super coarse, which means they’re the closest to the frizzy troubles. They start twisting from the very roots, forming a perfectly defined S shape.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurled Hair<\/h3>\r\n![\"Curled](\"https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-curly-hair-3a-3b-3c-texture-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\nCredit photo: shutterstock<\/span>\r\nThe third type of curled hair is best characterized by its full body, climate dependence and big, well-defined S-shape. It also may come in an inverted S-shape. These curls can be anything from loose loops to tough corkscrews, and their common feature is that they’re all prone to damage. There are three sub types of curly hair – 3a, 3b, and 3c hair<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n \t- \r\n
Curly 3A Hair: <\/strong>Ladies with the 3a hair type flaunt shiny, loose curls that are very thick but airy enough to move in a relaxed pattern. As for their size, it's something like sidewalk chalk in width that can turn into a frizzy artwork once you tousle or brush it up.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Curly 3B Hair: <\/strong>The 2b curls are all about bounce and spring. The best thing about this curls type is that it never lacks volume in the hair. Their bonds are so tight that they always slay with a round and full silhouette. With this hair type, the real hair length is hidden under the twist of curls. If you try to straighten your locks, which actually will be a real disaster, you’ll get surprised by the length.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Curly 3C Hair: <\/strong>Thin, bouncy and unbelievably volumetric: that's all we can say about the 3c hair type. Though its circumference is more like a pencil, ladies who flaunt this type know everything about volume loyalty.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCoily \/ Kinky Hair<\/h3>\r\n![\"Coily](\"https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-kinky-hair-4a-4b-4c-texture-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\nCredit photo: shutterstock<\/span>\r\nThough some people think that kinky hair density makes it invulnerable to damage, type 4 hair is very fragile and delicate. If you have a closer look at its pattern, you will see that the tightly coiled locks move in a zigzag manner. Keep in mind that this is the driest hair type that is super prone to breakage, which is why damaged hair<\/a> may be one of your main concerns. Yet, the looks of such manes are the ones to remember. The fourth group of curly hair types includes three subcategories as well – 4a, 4b and 4c hair<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n \t- \r\n
Kinky 4A Hair: <\/strong>The circumference of the 4a hair type can fit a crochet needle. And the thinner the twists are, the more tangles you need to fight with, and that’s probably one of the main pitfalls of this texture. Of course, when it comes to styling, all types of kinky hair need to go through seven circles of softening and moisturizing preparation, and this one isn’t an exception.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Kinky 4B Hair: <\/strong>The density of 4b hair usually creates a Z-like curl pattern. The strands are packed tightly with one another, forming a puffy chevelure with little curly edges that stick out at the ends. When this type is cut short, it gives more room for styling creativity than the previous ones, as its texture is a bit softer and thus more manageable.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t- \r\n
Kinky 4C Hair: <\/strong>The 4c hair type is very similar to the 4b curls, and the slight difference lies in the extra sensitivity of the latter. It also has a zigzag pattern, yet, it's hard to notice it with a naked eye due to its shrinkage. That's why it gives silhouettes that look like dandelions.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nMore Than One Curl Texture?<\/h3>\r\n
![\"Straight](\"\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/hair-types-chart\/&media=https:\/\/lovehairstyles.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/hair-types-chart-curly-hair-guide-texture-683x1024.jpg&description=Everything%20You%20Should%20Know%20About%20Hair%20Types%20To%20Make%20The%20Most%20Of%20Your%20Hair%20%E2%98%85%20\")
It makes sense to start from the beginning of the hair type chart, which is straight hair or type 1 hair. You know your hair is straight if none of the curling methods work for it. The hair remains flat from top to bottom. On the bright side though, the strands are silky smooth, soft and have an extremely shiny finish. If your locks are straight, it usually means you have fine hair<\/a>. Your scalp can also produce quite a lot of sebum, so you should not be surprised if you often have greasy hair<\/a>, as it is typical for the straight type of hair.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Straight 1A Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>This type of hair is ultimately straight. It does not show any signs of curling and if you try to curl it, it becomes flat pretty fast. Your hair may lack volume but it is very soft to the touch.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Straight 1B Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>There is no noticeable curling in your hair. Yet, you can detect random bends here and there. Your hair is quite voluminous compared to the previous subcategory.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Straight 1C Hair<\/a>: <\/strong>Your hair does not have curls. Though, it is quite voluminous. What makes it different from the two other types is that it is coarse hair<\/a>, not fine or soft.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Next up is the most relaxed category of hair curl types – the type 2, or simply wavy hair. Since it can be different, it involves three main sub-classifications that are based on the width of your curly pattern – 2a hair, 2b hair and 2c hair<\/a>. See how special each one can be!<\/p>\r\n\r\n Wavy 2A Hair: <\/strong>The 2a hair type is the well-balanced combo of straight and light curls. It's usually characterized by soft, natural waves that provide a lot of natural movement, curling primarily at the ends. Also, it's the most flexible hair texture types, as it can easily adapt to any styling idea.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Wavy 2B Hair: <\/strong>The second type of wavy hair is far more defined and thick hair<\/a>. This time, getting a perfectly straight chevelure will be a tough deal. That's because your steady, S-shaped strands that get thicker at the midway are quite hard to tame.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Wavy 2C Hair: <\/strong>The texture and thickness of the 2c hair type can be seen from a mile away. These waves are super coarse, which means they’re the closest to the frizzy troubles. They start twisting from the very roots, forming a perfectly defined S shape.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n The third type of curled hair is best characterized by its full body, climate dependence and big, well-defined S-shape. It also may come in an inverted S-shape. These curls can be anything from loose loops to tough corkscrews, and their common feature is that they’re all prone to damage. There are three sub types of curly hair – 3a, 3b, and 3c hair<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Curly 3A Hair: <\/strong>Ladies with the 3a hair type flaunt shiny, loose curls that are very thick but airy enough to move in a relaxed pattern. As for their size, it's something like sidewalk chalk in width that can turn into a frizzy artwork once you tousle or brush it up.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Curly 3B Hair: <\/strong>The 2b curls are all about bounce and spring. The best thing about this curls type is that it never lacks volume in the hair. Their bonds are so tight that they always slay with a round and full silhouette. With this hair type, the real hair length is hidden under the twist of curls. If you try to straighten your locks, which actually will be a real disaster, you’ll get surprised by the length.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Curly 3C Hair: <\/strong>Thin, bouncy and unbelievably volumetric: that's all we can say about the 3c hair type. Though its circumference is more like a pencil, ladies who flaunt this type know everything about volume loyalty.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n Though some people think that kinky hair density makes it invulnerable to damage, type 4 hair is very fragile and delicate. If you have a closer look at its pattern, you will see that the tightly coiled locks move in a zigzag manner. Keep in mind that this is the driest hair type that is super prone to breakage, which is why damaged hair<\/a> may be one of your main concerns. Yet, the looks of such manes are the ones to remember. The fourth group of curly hair types includes three subcategories as well – 4a, 4b and 4c hair<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Kinky 4A Hair: <\/strong>The circumference of the 4a hair type can fit a crochet needle. And the thinner the twists are, the more tangles you need to fight with, and that’s probably one of the main pitfalls of this texture. Of course, when it comes to styling, all types of kinky hair need to go through seven circles of softening and moisturizing preparation, and this one isn’t an exception.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Kinky 4B Hair: <\/strong>The density of 4b hair usually creates a Z-like curl pattern. The strands are packed tightly with one another, forming a puffy chevelure with little curly edges that stick out at the ends. When this type is cut short, it gives more room for styling creativity than the previous ones, as its texture is a bit softer and thus more manageable.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t Kinky 4C Hair: <\/strong>The 4c hair type is very similar to the 4b curls, and the slight difference lies in the extra sensitivity of the latter. It also has a zigzag pattern, yet, it's hard to notice it with a naked eye due to its shrinkage. That's why it gives silhouettes that look like dandelions.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n \t
Wavy Hair<\/h3>\r\n
\r\n \t
Curled Hair<\/h3>\r\n
\r\n \t
Coily \/ Kinky Hair<\/h3>\r\n
\r\n \t
More Than One Curl Texture?<\/h3>\r\n