Type 4 hair is the tightest curl pattern and has “S” shaped or zig-zag curls that are very tightly coiled. Since this hair type is so tightly coiled, it’s known to shrink up to 50% of the actual hair strand’s length. It also has fewer cuticle layers than any other hair type. This means that it has less natural protection from damage inflicted by combing, brushing, curling, blow-drying or straightening, so it’s important to find the right products.
Coily – Type 4
Type 4A
Tightly coiled “S” shaped curls that form at the scalp and continue through-out the hair shaft to the ends
Type 4B
More tightly curled than 4A hair forming more of a “Z” zig-zag curl pattern. Instead of curling or coiling, it bends in sharp angles.
Type 4C
Super tight zig-zag curl patterns with less curl definition. Type 4C hair can have shrinkage of more than 50% of its actual length when wet.
Hair Cleansing Cream
Mild and moisturizing shampoo alternative for dry thirsty curls
Too Shea! Extra Moisturizing Conditioner
Daily conditioning for dry, thirsty curls
Deep Conditioning Treatment
Intense pampering for dry hair
Confident Coils Styling Solution
Defines touchably soft curls in all climates
Spiralicious Styling Gel
Provides all day hold and frizz control for medium & thick waves, curls and coils
A special thanks to our friends at NaturallyCurly for sharing the Hair Typing System with us!