Know Your Curl Pattern
How well do you know your curls? Since the term “curly” means a lot of things to a lot of people, it’s worth taking a closer look at your texture. When you understand your curl pattern, it’s easier to find the best styling techniques, products and haircut.
The curly experts at NaturallyCurly came up with a Texture Typing ℠ guide to help you care for and style your curls. How it works: Curls are grouped into the most common types (wavy, curly and coily) and then divided into subtle shape distinctions within each category. Before you get started, make sure your hair is healthy and moisturized. You may have to wait a few months if you are in the process of growing out heat or chemical damage, but it’s the best way identify your curl pattern.
Another important thing to keep in mind: Most people are a mix of curl patterns, so it’s totally normal to have multiple curl patterns on one head. You may want to treat those parts of your hair differently, using heavier products in one area, and lighter ones in another. Your stylist can also use this information to customize a cut that accommodates your multiple curl pattern so one section doesn’t look longer than the other. Read on to get to know your curls even better!
