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Texture Typing the Tresses


Which Hair is the Fairest?

by Jessica Rivers
Originally Posted on Curlfluence.com in 2017


By now, every Naturalista knows about hair types, as well as her own. We have Type 1 (straight), Type 2 (wavy), Type 3 (curly), and Type 4 (coily) (Type 5, kinky???). But is one hair type better than another? Which texture is the best? The answers to those questions are no, and all!

All hair types are beautiful and unique. So why are there different categories? Well, obviously everybody’s hair is different. Differences are inevitable, differences are good, differences are what make us unique. If everybody were the same, life would be boring!

Unfortunately, differences also separate us. They place us in categories and can cause jealousy and unhealthy competition. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Love your tresses; your hair makes you, YOU! Each hair type is special and each needs its own special love and care.

Type 2 Wavy Hair: This type is typically fine (but can be thick), straight at the roots, and slightly curls (waves) towards the tips. The most effective styling product for this hair type would be a mousse- something that doesn’t weigh the hair down.
Type 3 Curly Hair: This kind is usually springy, with widths ranging from fine to coarse, and the curls can be light or tight. The most popular styling product for this hair type tends to be a cream.
Type 4 Coily Hair: This category of hair is generally dense with either fine or coarse strands. This hair type usually needs a heavier styling product like Shea or mango butter, or a gel.

You can also have two or more different textures. I have Type 4 hair (I feel like it’s a 4a, 4b, 4c, and kinky mix), and I've tried many popular styling creams and “smoothies” on my hair- with nearly all of them failing to moisturize my hair. When I found out that butters and gels work better on my hair type, I realized that my coils were more defined (and that I actually had a “curl pattern”). This hair type is also the weakest, being most prone to breakage and shrinkage.

You can also have Type 2 hair that takes well to gels, or Type 4 hair that gets defined with a good mousse. You never know, so explore and embrace your hair type. Keep in mind that all types are beautiful and unique. Knowing your hair type can definitely help you know how to take better care of your hair.

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