There are many different hair types, and each type has its unique texture. We will also provide tips on caring for each type of hair. So, we have you covered whether you have straight hair, curly hair, or somewhere in between.
What Are the Types of Hair?
Type 1: Straight Hair
You are lucky if you have straight hair because it is the easiest type of hair to manage. You can wash and go or style it in various ways. The only downside to straight hair is that it can be prone to frizz. Use a smoothing serum or oil on your hair before styling to combat frizz.
Type 2: Wavy Hair
Wavy hair is more challenging to style than straight hair, but it can be done. The key to styling wavy hair is to use the right products. You will need a good conditioner and leave-in treatment to help tame your waves. Once you have the right products, you can let your hair air dry or use a diffuser to style it.
Type 3: Curly Hair
Curly hair is the most challenging type of hair to manage, but it can be well worth the effort. Curly hair is often dry and prone to frizz, so you need to use a good conditioner and leave-in treatment. You should also avoid using heat on your hair, which can further damage it. Instead, let your hair air dry or use a diffuser to style it.
Type 4: Coily Hair
Coily hair is the most challenging type of hair to manage, but it can be well worth the effort. Curly hair is often dry and prone to frizz, so you need to use a good conditioner and leave-in treatment. You should also avoid using heat on your hair, which can further damage it. Instead, let your hair air dry or use a diffuser to style it.
What Determines Hair Type?
The shape of the follicle determines hair type. The follicle is the part of the hair that grows out of the scalp. Those with straight hair have round follicles, while wavy or curly hair has oval or elliptical follicles. Coily hair has triangular follicles.
Genetics of Hair Type
Hair type is determined by genetics. If both of your parents have straight hair, likely, you will also have straight hair. The same is true for wavy and curly hair. However, if your parents have different hair types, you may inherit a mix of both types. Aside from this, hair type can also be affected by hormones. For example, many women find that their hair becomes curlier or frizzier during pregnancy.
Environment
The environment can also affect your hair type. For example, if you live in a humid climate, you may find that your hair is more prone to frizz. Conversely, if you live in a dry climate, your hair may be more likely to be dry and brittle. Hair texture changes as you age. For example, many people find that their hair becomes finer and more brittle as they get older. So, there you have it. These are the different types of hair and their corresponding textures.
We hope that this blog post has helped you better understand your hair type and how to care for it.