Coily hair is also known as Type 4 hair, is the tightest type of curl, with three subtypes.

Coily hairstyles: how to style coily hair.

If you have coily hair, AKA Type 4 hair, you know that it requires special care and attention. That said, when it comes to styling your coily hair, there are myriad options from natural to styled, from tight to loose. We’ll discuss what tools and products can support any coily hairstyle choices.

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Your questions & our answers on coily hair

What is coily hair?

Coily hair is also known as Type 4 hair, is the tightest type of curl, with three subtypes.
How to style coily hair?

Coily hair can adapt to so many different hair styles, from curly to straight.

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The ultimate coily haircare routine.

In this article, we’re untangling haircare for coily hair. Keep reading to bring the bounce back to your curls thanks to our expert guide. We’re talking coily hair products, routine, everything. Learn how to identify your coil type and keep coily hair hydrated and healthy. If you’re ready to dive into details when it comes to understanding, appreciating and caring for coily hair, scroll on.

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How to detangle curly hair without damaging it.

So many people dream of having curly hair. But those who have curly hair know that it can require some special maintenance and TLC, especially when it comes to tangles and knots. Thanks to a team of professionals, we have solutions to help you untangle the sometimes knotty subject of curly hair.

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Curls for days: curly hair care and styling.

There is no singular set of guidelines when it comes to caring for or styling curly hair. There are so many different types of curls – and you may even have a combination of curl types on your own head. So when it comes to deciding on the right curly hairstyles or hair care routines, the first step is to figure out what kind of curls you have.

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Great lengths: styling your long hair.

If you have long locks, check out our expert guide on how to style long hair, with a whole range of hair styles for long hair as well as recommended styling tools. We’ll get into cuts and styles for long hair as well as in-depth styling tips to help you maintain – and show off – your long locks.

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Get it while it’s hot: pro tips for choosing the best hair blow dryer.

Learn the ins and outs of heat styling your hair and find the best hair blow dryer for you, no matter your hair type. In this article, we’ll focus on the hair blow dryer in particular, and just below, we get into the essential details so you can feel empowered to choose the very best hair blow dryer for you.

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Picking up steam: discover the benefits of hair steaming.

Not sure what a hair steamer is? In simple terms, the hair steamer is a tool that uses steam to open up your hair cuticle, which allows haircare products to penetrate the strands for lasting moisture and strength. In this way, hair steaming is like a spa treatment for your hair. At this point, you may be wondering, is steam good for your hair? The answer follows just below.

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