From Straight to Coily; Understanding Hair Types.

Because Every Strand Has a Story.

 Your hair is your crown, mood board, and secret power—whether it’s sleek straight, soft waves, bold curls, or gorgeous coils, every strand has a story.

But here’s the thing—knowing your hair type isn’t just fun, it’s the secret to choosing the right products, mastering the best styles, and keeping your locks healthy and happy. In this guide, we’ll break down each hair type, spill the tea on what makes it unique, and share tips to help you love your natural texture like never before.

Hair types are generally divided into four main categories, based on curl pattern. Here’s a simple breakdown:

Type 1: Straight Hair

Texture: Smooth, sleek, tends to get oily easily.

Curl pattern: None at all—falls flat from the root.

Common struggles: Slippage, lack of volume.

Care tip:

• Use lightweight, volumizing shampoos and avoid heavy products that can weigh it down.
• Wash regularly to avoid oil build up.

Type 2: Wavy Hair

Texture: Lightly textured, “S”-shaped waves.

Curl pattern: Loose, undefined waves.

Common struggles: Frizz, inconsistency in curl pattern.

Care tip:

• Use sulphate-free shampoo to maintain natural shape.
• Avoid heavy styling cream that flatten your waves.

Type 3: Curly Hair

Texture: Defined spirals, with bounce and volume.

Curl pattern: Springy curls from root to tip.

Common struggles: Dryness, tangling, shrinkage.

Care tip:

• Hydrate often-curls thrive on moisture.
• Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb when wet.

Type 4: Coily or Kinky Hair

Texture: Tight coils or zigzag pattern, highly voluminous.

Curl pattern: Very tight curls with less defined clumps.

Common struggles: Shrinkage, dryness, breakage.

Care tip:

• Deep condition regularly and lock in moisture with oils.
• Use protective styles (braids, twists) to reduce manipulation and retain length.

From straight to coily every strand is a masterpiece-treat it like a fine art. So, whatever your hair type, love it, flaunt it, own it.

What's your hair type? (Let me know in the comment session)

Take the Quick Quiz.

1. Your hair's natural shine is.......

a. Super shiny and smooth

b. A gentle, healthy glow

c. Moderate shine, sometimes frizzy.

d. Less shiny, but full of volume.

2. How does your hair react to humidity?

a) Almost no change

b) Gets a bit puffy

c) Frizz shows up fast

d) Shrinks and tightens

3. Your go-to hair struggle is…

a) Lacks volume

b) Won’t hold curls long

c) Frizz and tangles

d) Dryness and shrinkage

Your Results:

Mostly A’s → Type 1: Straight

Mostly B’s → Type 2: Wavy

Mostly C’s → Type 3: Curly

Mostly D’s → Type 4: Coily