Can I have an Afro with 3b hair?

Can I have an Afro with 3b hair?

3b curls are too loose to form a standard afro shape. Then there’s that awkward in-between stage, when it’s too long to be an afro but too short to pull back into a ponytail.

Is 3b a good hair type?

Type 3B curls have a fine to medium texture. While this type of hair has a lot of body and movement, the hair also craves moisture, which makes it prone to frizziness and dryness. When you understand all of these factors, you’re able to better care for your natural hair.

Can 3B hair get box braids?

Jumbo box braids are another great option for 3b hair. They take less time than small braids or scalp braids, and they’re cheap and easy to do on yourself.

What is a curly afro?

A curly afro is a newer take on the traditional ‘fro from yesteryear. The curly ‘fro is just big, fluffy, defined hair that has more movement than the traditional afro, and many are gravitating toward it for a few reasons with less detangling when taking it down as one of them.

What 3B hair looks like?

Hair type 3Bs have springy ringlets with a circumference similar to that of a Sharpie marker. This hair texture can get dry, so look for styling gels that have humectants in them to attract moisture to strands.

What do 3B curls look like?

Type 3B. Hair type 3Bs have springy ringlets with a circumference similar to that of a Sharpie marker. This hair texture can get dry, so look for styling gels that have humectants in them to attract moisture to strands.

Does braiding your hair ruin your curl pattern?

Yea, definitely cease the braiding, braiding it too often will train your curls to adopt that curl pattern. Just like they said^ do not brush your hair, only do so in the shower when there is some type of conditioner in your hair and your using a wide tooth comb to detangle your hair.

What are the curl types?

Our founder Ouidad, the world-renowned stylist who opened the first ever curly hair salon, identified the four different curl types — Wavy, Loose, Tight, and Coily curls — and developed a signature line of products that complement each type.