CURLY TYPE 2: WAVY

You  have discovered that you have curl type 2! This curl type can be recognized by waves in the hair or S-shaped curls. The curls are fairly loose and large and are 'S' shaped. The types can be further divided into A, B and C.

Type 2A - slightly wavy hair

People with this curl type often think they have straight hair, until they try the CG method and start using products for curly hair. This curl type has a slight wave, but it is also quite easy to straighten. This hair has a fine and loosely tousled texture. The hair is almost straight but still has a slightly wavy structure.

Type 2B – wavy

Type 2B is already a bit more wavy than type 2A. However, the hair still falls quite straight from the roots and the wave starts from the mid-lengths to the ends of the hair. This curl type therefore has a coarse wave and has a tendency to become frizzy if nothing is done with it.

Type 2C – 'S' shaped

Type 2C often starts curling from the roots with a strong wave. It is a well-defined S-shaped curl. Some strands can be a bit straighter, such as the underlayer, but there can also be a number of very curly 3A curls in between.

HOW DO I CARE FOR MY CURLS AND WHICH PRODUCTS DO I USE?

For curl type 2 it is advisable not to use too many styling products. This will cause your curls to sag because your hair will become too heavy.  Then use a styling product with a good hold, such as a strong hold gel. mousse can also be nice if you have a wave. Under the gel or mousse you could use a leave-in conditioner. A leave-in conditioner is often a bit lighter than a curl cream, a lightweight leave-in is nice for curl type 2.

In addition, you should Denman brush can try to stimulate the curl a bit more and this can also help for a bit more volume.

By: Merel Mulderij