Got Wavy Hair? Here’s How To Identify Your Very Specific Type

A short debrief on hair types, in the event you need a refresher. Like we noted, hair is categorized into types from 1 to 4, each with three smaller subsets noted as A, B, or C. Hair types aren’t a scientific term (so this isn’t a set standard crafted up by derms or researchers), but it’s pretty universally accepted among hair stylists, trichologists, and even many derms themselves! (It was actually made famous by Oprah’s hairstylist Andre Walker, so we have another thing to thank Oprah for). 

As a rundown: Type 1 is straight, with the variance usually coming to how flat your hair lays. Type 2 is wavy, with the major differences depending on how loose the S-pattern is. Type 3 is curly, which changes depending on how tight the curl is. And Type 4 is kinky or coily, which changes depending on the shape of the pattern is more zig-zag or springs.