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Hair Care Routines for Every Hair Type

Expert-crafted routines with step-by-step instructions, product recommendations, and techniques tailored to your specific hair type. Choose your type below or take our quiz for a fully personalized routine.

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Slide to explore hair types from straight (1A) to coily (4C)

Curly

Type 3A — Loose Curls

Big, loose ringlets about the width of sidewalk chalk. Shiny when healthy, frizz-prone when dry.

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Straight Hair (Type 1)

Straight hair lies flat with no curl pattern. It reflects light beautifully but tends toward oiliness at the roots. Routines focus on volume, oil management, and preventing buildup.

Type 1 (All Subtypes)

Complete routine for fine, medium, and coarse straight hair. Volume-focused with lightweight products.

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Wavy Hair (Type 2)

Wavy hair forms an S-shaped pattern ranging from loose to deep waves. The key challenge is enhancing waves without weighing them down or causing frizz. Product weight and application technique make the biggest difference.

Type 2A - Gentle Waves

Fine, tousled waves that need lightweight products. Enhances natural wave without weighing it down.

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Type 2B - Defined Waves

More defined S-waves with body. Balances definition, moisture, and frizz control.

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Type 2C - Deep Waves

Thick, coarse waves bordering on curly. Intense moisture and strong hold for defined, frizz-free waves.

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Curly Hair (Type 3)

Curly hair forms well-defined spiral ringlets that need consistent moisture to stay bouncy and defined. Frizz control and hydration are the primary goals. The tighter the curl, the more moisture it needs.

Type 3A - Loose Curls

Big, loose ringlets with natural shine. Moisture-focused routine with lightweight styling products.

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Type 3B - Springy Curls

Tight, springy ringlets with significant volume. LOC method and weekly deep conditioning are essential.

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Type 3C - Tight Curls

Pencil-width corkscrews with lots of shrinkage. Intense moisture, oil sealing, and gentle handling.

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Coily Hair (Type 4)

Coily hair features tightly packed coils or zigzag patterns. It is the most fragile type and needs the most moisture. Daily moisturizing, protective styling, and gentle detangling are essential for length retention and health.

Type 4A - S-Pattern Coils

Tightly coiled S-pattern with visible definition. Moisture-rich routine with protective styling rotation.

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Type 4B - Z-Pattern Coils

Sharp Z-shaped zigzag pattern. Butter-based products and minimal manipulation for optimal health.

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Type 4C - Tight Coils

Densely packed tight coils with maximum shrinkage. Moisture-first approach with daily refresh essential.

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Not Sure What Your Hair Type Is?

Many people have mixed hair types or are unsure of their exact pattern. Our AI-powered quiz analyzes your responses (and optional photo) to determine your exact hair profile and build a personalized routine.

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Helpful Resources

Hair Type Guide (1A-4C)

Identify your hair type with our comprehensive chart

Hair Porosity Guide

Understand how your hair absorbs and retains moisture

Curly Girl Method Guide

Master CGM for wavy, curly, and coily hair

Ingredients Guide

Decode ingredient lists and know what to use

Damaged Hair Repair

Repair heat damage, chemical damage, and breakage

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