To determine your hair shape, consider how your hair dries naturally. The following guide uses the hair's natural state, not after styling products or heat styling:
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Straight Hair (Type 1): If your hair dries straight without a bend or curl, you have straight hair. This is characterized by a smooth, sleek texture.
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Wavy Hair (Type 2): If your hair dries with a slight curve or "S" shape, you have wavy hair. This texture falls somewhere between straight and curly.
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Curly Hair (Type 3): If your hair dries with a defined curl, you have curly hair. This type features distinct ringlets or spirals.
This classification system provides a basic understanding of hair types. Further categorization may involve considering factors like hair thickness and porosity, which aren't addressed by this simple system. Many factors, like genetics and hair care practices, influence a person's hair shape.
