Textures/Hair Types
What are the three main hair texture types?
What is Straight, Wavy, and Curly
What is hair porosity?
What is How well hair absorbs and retains moisture
What is the purpose of a leave-in conditioner?
What is Moisturizes and protects hair after washing
What protective style consists of small sections of hair twisted together?
what are Two-strand twists
In what African civilization were intricate braided hairstyles used to signify social status?
Ancient Egypt and West African societies
What is the curliest hair type on the 1A-4C hair chart?
What is 4C?
If your hair takes a long time to dry and struggles to absorb moisture, what porosity do you likely have?
What is Low porosity
Sulfates are often found in shampoos. Why do some people avoid them?
They strip natural oils, causing dryness and damage, especially for curly hair
What is the difference between box braids and knotless braids?
Knotless braids start with natural hair and gradually add extensions, while box braids start with a knot at the root
During slavery, why did some Black people braid rice into their hair?
To hide and carry food for survival during escape
This hair type has an "S" shape and is known for being soft but prone to frizz.
What is 3A-3C curls?
The float test is a popular way to check your hair’s porosity. How does it work?
What is Placing a strand in water—floating = low, sinking = high, middle = normal
Which ingredient should be avoided in hair products due to buildup, especially on curly hair?
What are Silicones or mineral oil
This popular natural hairstyle is achieved by separating twists after they’ve dried.
What is a Twist-out
This law, signed in 2019 in California, prohibits discrimination based on natural hair.
What is The CROWN Act
What is the difference between Type 2A and Type 2C hair?
2A is looser waves, 2C has tighter waves and more frizz
What type of porosity is most prone to breakage and requires frequent deep conditioning?
What is High porosity
What styling product is best for defining curls without making them crunchy?
Curl cream or styling gel with flaxseed/aloe vera
What is the name of the hairstyle created by combing natural hair with a pick for volume?
What is an Afro
What was the name of the first Black-owned hair care company founded by a woman who became a self-made millionaire?
What is Madam C.J. Walker Manufacturing Company
What is the term for having multiple hair types on your head?
What is Multi-textured hair
Name two ingredients that are good for low-porosity hair.
Light oils like argan oil, humectants like honey, or water-based leave-ins
What is the LOC method?
What is Liquid, Oil, Cream—used to lock in moisture in natural hair
What is the difference between a silk press and a traditional press and curl?
Silk press uses less heat and no grease, allowing hair to move more freely
In the 1960s and ‘70s, this natural hairstyle became a symbol of Black pride and resistance.
What is an Afro