Can curl typing be as easy as looking at a chart?
Kinky hair has kinks, meaning the strands make a zigzag shape, not a curl or a wave. You will know that kinky hair is due for a cut when the ends of your hair begin to tangle together easily.
Coily hair is when each of the strands forms tight coils. It's very versatile but can be fragile—especially if the strands are fine—because it may have a thin external layer.
Curly hair strands cluster together and wind around themselves in a spiral or looser curl shape. This texture needs plenty of moisture to encourage a defined pattern, but a little frizz can give it personality.
Wavy hair is when strands curve or form an "S" shape.
Straight is when strands go straight up and down.
You can look at a glance and see what your curl type could be. But is it really that simple? No, most heads of curly hair have more than one type of curl. So, could you be in between curl types? Yes. So then, what do you do? Hmmmm, it makes it tough to decide what your curl type is.
Here's what matters
The ability of how your hair absorbs moisture is crucial in your routine. The products you choose for your curls help keep the water in your hair. Choosing high-quality water-soluble products can help your hair achieve its best curl!
If your hair has build-up, the hair cannot absorb moisture. At the beginning of your curl journey, I suggest using a Detox shampoo each time you cleanse until the build-up is removed and your best curly hair reset is achieved.
Once build-up is removed your hair's ability to retain moisture is achieved; the products will work for you to achieve your best curls. This journey doesn't happen overnight, be patient.
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