Hair pattern refers to the natural shape of your hair, ranging from straight to coily. Hair texture is about the thickness of strands, categorized as fine, medium, or coarse. Many people classify hair ...

Your hair is unique, and understanding your particular hair texture is key to caring for it effectively. The hair type chart, which you can use to find the natural pattern of your strands, is a good ...

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