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Type 4 Hair: Kinky/Coarse Hair

The number 4A, 4B, 4C indicates very tightly curled to kinky hair. African-American/Black hair usually falls into this category.

This type is typically very curly to coarse hair with a tendency to be prone to dryness and frizziness. These hair textures are delicate and breaks easily than other types. Extra moisture is usually needed to prevent the hair from drying out and breaking.

Type 4 hair is fragile and tends to be less shiny than all the other types. Instead of having shine this type of hair will appear to have more of a sheen. This type needs to be moisturized regularly, treated gently and should only comb when wet to prevent breakage.

Type 4A tightly coiled hair. When stretched the curl has an "S" pattern. Type 4B has a more "Z" pattern. Instead of the hair looking like a "S" shaped curl the hair has more of a "Z" or zigzag pattern. Hair in this category is the coarsest and requires extra moisture.

Type 3 Hair: Curly Hair

The number 3A, 3B, 3C begins the plunge into curly hair. Many types of black hair fall into this category.

This type of hair has a tighter and well-defined curl pattern than Type 2 hair. This type is very springy, shiny, and bouncy.

When this hair is wet, it looks slightly wavy to straight. It absorbs a lot of water and shrinks when wet. When dry it reverts back to its curliest state. This is typical of some African-American hair textures. Also, this hair type is prone to frizziness and humidity can make the frizziness worse.

This type can be easily blow dried and straightened. Type 3A hair has the loosest curl pattern. It tends to be shinier with big curls.

Type 3B hair has a tighter curl pattern. This type has a medium to tight corkscrew curls.

Type 3C hair has a tightly curly look and may look slightly kinky. 3C hair texture has a tight corkscrew curl to kinky curl pattern. The curls are very tightly curled and the strands tend to be densely packed together.

Type 3 hair typically refers to bi-racial and black hair textures.

Type 2 Hair: Wavy Hair

Wavy hair is categorized as type 2A, 2B, 2C. Type 2 hair describes hair that is wavy.

This type of hair has more of a body wave or very loose tresses curl pattern. The wave pattern throughout the hair forms in the shape of the letter "S."

Type 2A hair is fine, thin, and very manageable. It can also be easily straightened. Type 2B hair is medium textured and more of a tendency to frizz. The curls in this category are slightly tighter. Type 2C hair is thick and coarse, has a greater resistance to styling, and has a greater tendency to frizz.

Type 1 Hair: Straight Hair

Type 1 hair is always straight and fine with absolutely no curl pattern. Straight Hair has a tendency to be more shiny and oily. It may need to be washed more often than other types depending on how oily the hair is.

Typically, this type refers to Caucasian or Asian hair and rarely refers to black hair textures

All the above information was taken from the below source http://www.blackhaircareinfo.com/black-hair-care-hair-types.html 

Oils

Essential Oils for Faster Hair Growth:

• Emu Oil
• Castor Oil
• Rosemary Oil
• Jojoba Oil

What Oils to Avoid

Not all oil is good oil. Oils, such as mineral oil and petroleum oil, are harmful to your hair follicles. Mineral and petroleum oils are synthetic oils that cause buildup, clog pores, and block water from penetrating the hair shaft. Try to avoid using any leave-in products containing either of these ingredients.

Foods That Promote Hair Growth

If you’ve ever wanted to grow your hair longer or faster, here is a list of healthy foods to that promote hair growth.

Protein Rich Foods

- Eggs
- Chicken
- Beans
- Liver
- Fish
- Yogurt
- Tofu

Essential Fatty Acids
- Salmon
- Peanut Butter
- Cantaloupe
- Papaya
- Broccoli
- Flax Seeds
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Walnuts

Foods to Avoid

Avoid highly acidic foods. Acidic foods are those that are high in sugar and fat. Processed foods also fall into this category.

- Cakes
- Cookies
- Candy
- Soda
- Alcohol
- Fast Food
- Baked Goods
- Caffeine

Conditioning

In order to maintain strong and bouncy curls you must have both protein and moisture in your regimen.

Too must moisture will cause your hair to be limp and lifeless. It can also lead to breakage.

Too much protein will make your hair dry and brittle, and will also lead to more breakage.

Jane Carter - Leave-in Conditioner

Giovanni Leave-In Conditioner

Kinky Curly Knot Today

Hydratherma Naturals
Daily Moisturizing Growth Lotion

Protective Hair Styles

Cornrows, single braids, two-strand twists are example of protective hairstyles. These hairstyles allow you to grow and protect your natural hair while you transition. This will reduce the amount of stress applied to your hair. Once you've removed a protective style your hair will be fragile and dry. Between hairstyles it’s crucial to deep condition and moisturize.

  What is the bottom line?

Consistency. 

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