The widely-recognized hair typing system is divided into four categoriestypes 1, 2, 3, and 4.
And the latterwhich consists of4A,4B, and4Cis used to describe coily hair.
Ahead, we asked hairstylists to explain everything you oughta know about coily hair.
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What Is Coily Hair?
Coily hair is the tightest of all hair types.
4C hair has the tightest coil pattern, with its zig-zags less defined than 4A and 4B hair.
In addition to being dense, coily hair is fragile due to its proneness to dryness.
“When coily hair is fragile, it is susceptible to breakage.”
“Using a leave-in conditioner after your conditioner can assist with further detangling,” Viola adds.
Then, use amoisture-rich conditionerto aid with the detangling process."
First and foremost, it’s important to getfrequent trims.
Our experts agree that trims should be done every four to eight weeks.
Bames recommends applying ahot oil treatmentand steaming your hair to promote growth and health.
Another simple way to protect your delicate coils is to wear asatin scarforbonnetto bed.
it’s possible for you to also sleep on asatin or silk pillowcase.
How to Style Coily Hair
Coily hair can be styled in infinite ways.
Bames recommendstwist-outs,flat twists, comb twists, andwash-and-go’sas particularly great styling options.
