I stopped relaxing my hair in the early aughts, back when the natural hair movement was just starting to take off. Products for coily textures were still scarce. Now sometimes I think we’re in a be-careful-what-you-wish-for situation because the number of natural hair-care and styling products on the market is staggering. This embarrassment of riches can make shopping an overwhelming and costly experience. Even with so much information on the internet, trial and error is inevitably involved.
I’ve always categorized myself as a 4C, but these results confirmed my suspicions that I might be right on the borderline between B and C. My results also included two tips: Use a curl-enhancing mousse for control and keep dryness in check with protein- and moisture-rich conditioners. There were plenty of hydrating and strengthening products on my list, but, strangely, no mousse recommendation.