I have finally figured out my hair type....now what?

[naturalmanenyc]

http://public.fotki.com/RegsWife/15-weeks--1-day-post/behindleftear.html

I am a 4a. My hair grows in very defined spirals but with no shine. So now that I know my hair type, what does it mean? Are there certain products that work better for my hair type?

When I got my last relaxer (purposely under processed = texlax) I was able to use lots of products. Now that I am over 15 weeks post, I am not getting much slip from my old staples.

I gave up on a rollerset on Monday night since my hair was difficult to comb but I did rewash (cowashed actually) with Herbal Essences None of Your Frizziness & used the leave-in. I was able to get my rollerset done.

Although my hair is getting hard to manage, I want to continue with transitioning. Are there certain products that are specfic to 4a type hair?

Thanks!

 

[blasiancurlie]

sorry i don't have any suggestions but i just wanted to say your NG is GORGEOUS! i hope you continue to transition cause i can't wait to see your head full of spirals.

 

[MzOptimistic]

http://public.fotki.com/RegsWife/15-weeks--1-day-post/behindleftear.html

I am a 4a. My hair grow in very defined spirals but with no shine. So now that I know my hair type, what does it mean? Are there certain products that work better for my hair type?

When I got my last relaxer (purposely under processed = texlax) I was able to use lots of products. Now that I am over 15 weeks post, I am not getting much slip from my old staples.

I gave up on a rollerset on Monday night since my hair was difficult to comb but I did rewash (cowashed actually) with Herbal Essences None of Your Frizziness & used the leave-in. I was able to get my rollerset done.

Although my hair is getting hard to manage, I want to continue with transitioning. Are there certain products that are specfic to 4a type hair?

Thanks!

I'm 4a also. I wish I could offer you some suggestions but shooooo I can't get past 11 weeks when stretching. I'm aiming for 12 weeks this time (AGAIN)Your ng is sooooo pretty though

 

[naturalmanenyc]

Thanks ladies. I like the little spirals too....but am not sure how to care for them just yet.

I do not want to become a product junkie but I need to find something to help me comb through them easier. So far what is working to rollerset is soaking wet hair (after a cowash) and adding lots of creamy leave-in.

 

[janeemat]

Girl your ng looks like a 3 something. Very pretty coils. I'm a 4 whatever and moisture is the key for me. I have only stretched 14.5 wks.

 

[LadyKaypnyc]

I'm a 4a natural and redken works wonders for me. Try the Redken All Soft Line, or the Clear Moisture line....

 

[carib_n_curly]

your NG is beyound pretty all those tiny coils. you look 4a and when most people bc there coils curls and kinks get tighter cause the relaxed ends aren't pulling it down.
i'm not a 4a but someone will chime in.

 

[LadyKaypnyc]

your NG is beyound pretty all those tiny coils. you look 4a and when most people bc there coils curls and kinks get tighter cause the relaxed ends aren't pulling it down.
i'm not a 4a but someone will chime in.

ITA...when I finally BC, my coils did get tighter. The relaxed ends add extra weight, but when you cut em off, you will see your true curl pattern.

 

[naturalmanenyc]

I'm a 4a natural and redken works wonders for me. Try the Redken All Soft Line, or the Clear Moisture line....

Thanks!!! I saved a video of a Ford model who uses Redken.

 

[InNeedofHairapy]

I jsut want to say congrats on figuring out your hair type, b/c after all this time on LHCF, I STILL don't know

 

[~~HoneyComb~~]

I love your newgrowth!!! Very pretty!

 

[naturalmanenyc]

I love your newgrowth!!! Very pretty!

Thanks!!! I'm tempted to BC but my husband would die.

 

[Foxglove]

Girl your ng looks like a 3 something. Very pretty coils. I'm a 4 whatever and moisture is the key for me. I have only stretched 14.5 wks.

I think she's 4 not 3. If those aren't pen spring sized coils I don't know what is