KizzieNapps
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And does it really matter that you dont? I thought it would be clear to me what my hairtype was after I BC'd but I think I am even more confused about it now than I was while relaxed (U can see in my siggy that I just have every type listed that I think it could possibly be). Part of it is because my hair is short right now and most of the examples of hairtypes in explanations are from long-haired women
! How does this help me??? I dont know how my hair is going to hang/fall yet
. Also, the explanations of hairtyping are so different. I see a lot of threads of people asking what their hair type is, so I just thought I would start a poll to see how many dont know on this board. And if you do know your hair type how were you able to figure it out?? Am I making it harder than it really has to be??? I need some serious assistance over here. TIA!
This is Andre's system of hair typing, his is helpful in my opinion because it just shows the curls:
Type 1
Type 2
Type 3
Type 4
Here is an explanation from natturallycurly.com:
There are two subtypes of Type 4 hair: Type 4A, tightly coiled hair that, when stretched, has an "S" pattern, much like curly hair; and Type 4B, which has a "Z" pattern, less of a defined curl pattern (instead of curling or coiling, the hair bends in sharp angles like the letter "Z"). Type 4A tends to have more moisture than Type 4B, which will have a wiry texture. But what if your hair has been chemically straightened? How can you tell which subtype you belong to if your hair is relaxed? You'll need at least one inch of new growth to tell. Pull at the roots. If you can see a definite curl pattern, then it's an A, if not, then it's a B.
Addendum:
NaturallyCurly.com type 4 readers have found the above description limiting, and somewhat misleading. We offer the following addendum:
Type 4 hair can range from fine/thin to wiry/coarse strand texture. Generally, this hair is densely packed to give the appearance of very thick but fragile hair. 4a hair has a clearly visible curl and wave pattern that ranges from pen size curls to pen spring size coils. 4b hair has a tighter wave pattern and kinks of various size. This texture does not exhibit the shine or silkiness of looser type curls, but instead has sheen, and a soft, almost cotton-like feel. As with other types of curly hair, showing the true length can be an extra challenge, as the hair may grow “up” or “out” before starting to hang down. In its unlocked/unbraided state, type 4 hair is known to shrink up to 75% of the actual hair length. With the proper care and technique, type 4 hair is indeed resilient, manageable, durable, growable and easy to control.
And this one is from curlysalon.com
MEDIUM CURLY HAIR – 3
! How does this help me??? I dont know how my hair is going to hang/fall yet . Also, the explanations of hairtyping are so different. I see a lot of threads of people asking what their hair type is, so I just thought I would start a poll to see how many dont know on this board. And if you do know your hair type how were you able to figure it out?? Am I making it harder than it really has to be??? I need some serious assistance over here. TIA!This is Andre's system of hair typing, his is helpful in my opinion because it just shows the curls:
Type 1
Type 2
Type 3
Type 4
Here is an explanation from natturallycurly.com:
There are two subtypes of Type 4 hair: Type 4A, tightly coiled hair that, when stretched, has an "S" pattern, much like curly hair; and Type 4B, which has a "Z" pattern, less of a defined curl pattern (instead of curling or coiling, the hair bends in sharp angles like the letter "Z"). Type 4A tends to have more moisture than Type 4B, which will have a wiry texture. But what if your hair has been chemically straightened? How can you tell which subtype you belong to if your hair is relaxed? You'll need at least one inch of new growth to tell. Pull at the roots. If you can see a definite curl pattern, then it's an A, if not, then it's a B.
Addendum:
NaturallyCurly.com type 4 readers have found the above description limiting, and somewhat misleading. We offer the following addendum:
Type 4 hair can range from fine/thin to wiry/coarse strand texture. Generally, this hair is densely packed to give the appearance of very thick but fragile hair. 4a hair has a clearly visible curl and wave pattern that ranges from pen size curls to pen spring size coils. 4b hair has a tighter wave pattern and kinks of various size. This texture does not exhibit the shine or silkiness of looser type curls, but instead has sheen, and a soft, almost cotton-like feel. As with other types of curly hair, showing the true length can be an extra challenge, as the hair may grow “up” or “out” before starting to hang down. In its unlocked/unbraided state, type 4 hair is known to shrink up to 75% of the actual hair length. With the proper care and technique, type 4 hair is indeed resilient, manageable, durable, growable and easy to control.
And this one is from curlysalon.com
MEDIUM CURLY HAIR – 3
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That whole 'hair twin' thing never worked for me, and I'm not trying to 'define' my curls, soooooooo - there really isn't any point.
LOL!!! Love it!!!
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...yep, she black
totally agreed! with all the descriptions and pictures...I still don't know my type 
