Type 4 Hair Guide — 4A, 4B, 4C + Porosity Breakdown
Formulated with Intention Since 2016
4A, 4B, 4C — What Your Hair Actually Needs
Hydrate. Nourish. Protect.
Type 4 hair isn't hard to manage. It's been misunderstood. Our porosity-based system delivers real results for real curl patterns — built around how your hair actually absorbs moisture.
Discover Your RoutineShop by Curl Pattern
Curl Pattern
4A
S-Shaped Coil Pattern
- Coils form a visible, uniform pattern
- Strands wrap around themselves
- Natural oils don't easily travel root to ends
Tip: Consistent hydration + light hold to maintain shape.
Curl Pattern
4B
Z-Shaped Coil Pattern
- Strands form sharp angles rather than a uniform curl
- Significant shrinkage from stretched length
- More tangling points along the strand
Tip: Hydration + low manipulation to reduce breakage.
Curl Pattern
4C
Closely Coiled Texture
- Tightest coil pattern
- High shrinkage from stretched length
- Fewer visible clumps in natural state
Tip: Consistent hydration + protective styling to minimize breakage.
Shop by Porosity
Not sure what your porosity is? It determines how your hair absorbs and retains moisture — and it's the key to choosing the right products.
Low Porosity
Cuticles are tightly closed. Needs lightweight, water-based formulas and heat to open the cuticle.
Shop Low Porosity
Medium Porosity
Cuticles are slightly raised. Hair absorbs and retains moisture well. The most versatile porosity type.
Shop Medium Porosity
High Porosity
Cuticles are raised or damaged. Hair absorbs moisture quickly but loses it fast. Needs rich, sealing products.
Shop High Porosity
Built Around Porosity. Built for Real Results.
Every formula in our collection is designed around how your hair absorbs and retains moisture — not just your curl pattern. Formulated with intention since 2016.
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