Each subtype of wavy hair has unique needs. Here’s how to identify whether your type 2 hair is 2A, 2B, or 2C so you can best manage your pattern.

2023年8月13日 · 2b hair is fine and has a medium to low curl pattern. 2c hair is a type of curly hair that is characterized by tight, spiral-shaped curls. Both types of hair can be difficult to manage, but 2c hair may be more prone to frizz and tangles.

2024年7月24日 · Knowing the difference between 2B and 2C hair types helps you pick the right hair care routine. 2B hair has defined, S-shaped waves with moderate frizz and is easier to manage with fewer products. 2C hair, on the other hand, has tighter curls that need more moisture and care to handle frizz and maintain volume.

2025年3月6日 · 2B girlies have hair that lies flatter at the crown and defined “S” waves beginning from mid-lengths. Their strands are thicker than 2A’ers and require more elbow grease to get hair pin ...

2024年10月15日 · Type 2B hair is recognized as an S-shaped wave. “The waves sit relatively flat at the roots and form a soft S-shape wave toward the mid-lengths to ends, as opposed to type 2C waves, which tend to have a stronger shape and wave pattern starting at the roots with the S-shape getting shorter and stronger toward the ends, and type A which is a ...

2023年9月8日 · 2C: Deep Wave Type 2 hair incorporates natural waves that can range from barely noticeable to being mistaken for curly hair. Wavy hair tends to be straight when wet and ripples as it dries.

2023年7月21日 · Type 2A, B, and C hair is considered wavy and is typically straighter, smoother hair with slight bends and bumps from the middle of the head downwards. It is also categorized as curly and requires unique care to keep hydrated and style so that the waves can gain definition and retain their shape.

2022年5月24日 · If you find yourself somewhere between waves and curls, chances are you might fall into the 2C category. Ahead, we dig deeper into defining the 2C curl, its characteristics, and how to properly care for it with help from hairstylists Marilisa Sears and Harry Josh.

For instance, if you have medium-width waves, you likely have Type 2 hair, which includes 2a, 2b, and 2c types. In this article, we’ll help you better identify your type 2 hair to help you style it to bring out its natural beauty.

Whether you’re dealing with fine, loose waves or thicker, more defined curls, I have compiled of my picks for the best shampoo for 2a 2b 2c hair. Get ready to say goodbye to bad hair days and hello to gorgeous, manageable waves that turn heads!