Are you 2b? 3c? 4a? Maybe you’re all of the above!Īnd while curl pattern can help determine cut and shape, when it comes to product selection and application method, there are more important things to consider.ĭetermining hair care methods by hair porosity is the KEY to soft, strong, silky curls, and is far more accurate than curl pattern! Your porosity measures how well your hair absorbs and retains moisture, and can range from low to high.ĭetermine your hair porosity by this 5-minute test!
We turn to charts that display curl patterns and coil sizes. Stop stressing, I’ve done the work for you!įor many of us, the first step we take is determining what our “hair type” is. I know that finding the place to start when figuring out which products and methods work for your curls can be overwhelming! This community is beautiful, broad, and expansive! It embraces a wide range of curls, textures, and waves, which is half the fun and all the challenge.
So you’ve decided to embrace your curls? Welcome to the Curly Girl community!