This short explains hair type in a simple number-and-letter system. The number identifies the shape of the hair, from ...

Curly, Straight, or Wavy Hair: What Does It Mean? Have you ever wondered if your hair reveals more than just your physical beauty—perhaps even a great deal about your personality? Whether your hair ...

Maggie Donahue is an Associate Editor on Health’s Updates team. Maggie holds an M.S. from the Columbia University School of Journalism and has over seven years of experience in digital media. Susan ...

What Are the Different Hair Types? Hair comes in four main types: straight, wavy, curly, and coily. Each hair type has its own unique characteristics. The four types are broken down into subtypes (A, ...

Most people choose hair products based on marketing claims or what works for their friends, but your hair’s specific type and texture determine which products and techniques will actually deliver the ...