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Hair Type

The right routine starts with understanding your unique hair. Work with your natural texture whether you have straight, wave, curly, or coily strands.

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Curl Cream for Wavy Hair: How to Use It
If you have wavy hair, you get to enjoy the best of both worlds—the length of straight hair and the body of curly hair.…...
October 20, 2025 • 3 min read
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Finding The Best Dry Shampoo For You
June 1, 2022 • 2 min read
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What is Porosity?
May 24, 2022 • 4 min read
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How to Use Hair Gel with Curly Hair
May 19, 2022 • 3 min read
What is Your Hair Type

How to Determine Your Hair Type and Customize Your Hair Care Routine
Updated on June 19, 2025 • 3 min read
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How to Plop Hair
November 16, 2021 • 3 min read
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Hair Density vs Hair Thickness | How to Tell the Difference and Measure Your Hair
August 5, 2021 • 5 min read
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Hair Types | Guide to Caring and Styling Your Hair Type
July 8, 2021 • 5 min read
woman with dark, fine curly hair

<strong>7 Ways to Keep Thin Curly Hair Looking Full</strong>
February 19, 2021 • 3 min read
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What Hair Product Should I Use For My Hair Type: The Ultimate Guide
February 18, 2021 • 5 min read
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Here’s How to Identify Your Hair Type
November 29, 2020 • 2 min read
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Here’s Exactly How to Identify Your Curl Pattern
November 21, 2020 • 2 min read
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How to Take Care of Curly Hair: A Complete Guide
October 26, 2020 • 6 min read
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The Best Tips for Curly Hair
June 17, 2020 • 2 min read
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Where Did the Hair Typing System Come From?
February 1, 2020 • 3 min read