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What is my hair type?

Upload a photo and our AI estimates your hair type on the 1A–4C chart, then suggests care tips and hairstyles you can try on your own face.

Your photo is only used for this analysis and isn't stored.

The hair type chart, explained

The most common system groups hair by curl pattern into four types, each split into A, B and C by how tight the pattern is.

Type 1 · Straight

1A is fine and very straight, 1B has a little body, and 1C is straight but coarser with a slight bend. Straight hair gets oily faster because scalp oils travel down the strand easily.

Type 2 · Wavy

2A has loose, gentle S-waves, 2B has more defined waves that start mid-length, and 2C has strong waves from the root that can frizz. Lightweight products keep waves from falling flat.

Type 3 · Curly

3A has large, loose loops, 3B has springy ringlets about the width of a marker, and 3C has tight corkscrews about the width of a pencil. Curls love moisture and gentle detangling.

Type 4 · Coily

4A has tight, defined coils, 4B has a zig-zag pattern with less definition, and 4C has the tightest pattern with lots of shrinkage. Coily hair is the most fragile type and benefits from rich moisture and protective styles.

Curl pattern isn't everything

Two people with 2B hair can still need different care. Strand thickness (fine, medium or coarse) and density (how many strands you have) change how much volume you get and how heavy your products can be. Our analyzer estimates both alongside your type.

Questions

How do I know my hair type?

Look at clean hair that has air-dried with no product. Straight hair is type 1, S-shaped waves are type 2, defined loops and ringlets are type 3, and tight coils or zig-zags are type 4. Or upload a photo and let the analyzer estimate it.

Can I have more than one hair type?

Yes, it's very common. Many people have looser waves at the crown and tighter curls underneath. The analyzer reports the type that's most visible in your photo.

Does hair type change over time?

It can. Hormones, age, heat damage and chemical treatments can all loosen or tighten your pattern.

How accurate is the AI hair type test?

It's an estimate from a single photo. Styling products, humidity and how recently you washed can change how your hair looks, so use the result as a guide.

What's the difference between hair type and hair texture?

Hair type usually means curl pattern (1A–4C). Texture often refers to the thickness of each strand: fine, medium or coarse.