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Hair Types – Understand Your Hair Structure and Needs

Hair is more than just appearance – it reflects your health and overall well-being. But did you know that your hair structure directly impacts its condition, care needs, and how it reacts to different treatments?

Many people struggle with dry, brittle, or lifeless hair without realizing that the solution lies deeper – in the structure of the hair itself. By recognizing your natural hair type and understanding the factors that influence it, you can choose the right products and treatments to keep your hair healthy, strong, and radiant.

What Is Hair Made Of?

Hair is a strong fiber, but its condition depends on several key components:

  1. Keratin and proteins (65–95%) – The primary building blocks that determine hair strength and elasticity.
  2. Water (10–15%) – Affects flexibility, shine, and smoothness.
  3. Pigments (5–10%) – Provide natural hair color.
  4. Oils and minerals – Maintain moisture balance and overall hair health.

If the hair structure weakens due to chemical treatments, heat styling, or improper care, hair becomes dry, fragile, and dull.

Hair Structure and How It Affects Care

Hair consists of multiple layers that determine how well it withstands different treatments:

  • Cuticle (outer layer) – Protects the inner structure. When the cuticle is sealed, hair appears shiny and smooth. If the cuticle is open, hair becomes dry and rough.
  • Cortex (strongest part) – Affects hair elasticity and strength. This layer suffers the most damage from chemical treatments.
  • Medulla (innermost core) – Not always present in fine hair, but in thick hair, it provides extra support and strength.

Different hair types – curly, straight, dyed, bleached – react differently to chemical treatments, heat styling, and hair care products.

Check out the hair texture here!

What Happens When Hair Loses Its Health?

Woman looking down while holding dry, tangled hair.

Hair becomes brittle and weak

❌ Color fades quickly and looks dull

❌ Hair gets frizzy, tangled, and hard to manage

❌ Dryness or oiliness increases due to imbalance

If you notice these issues, your hair structure needs strengthening and protection!

🛠 Solution: Choose hair care products suited for your hair type and use the right washing and brushing techniques. With proper products, you can seal the cuticle, maintain moisture balance, and prevent further damage.

👉 Find the perfect hair care routine for your needs below!

Identify Your Hair Needs and Find the Right Products

Each hair type has different needs, influenced by genetics, lifestyle, and hair history.

🔸 Curly Hair – Moisture and Bounce

🔸 Bleached Hair – Protection and Repair

🔸 Colored HairShine and Color Retention

🔸 Dry and Brittle Hair – Intense Hydration

🔸 Fine Hair – Volume and Strength

🚀 Discover your hair type and build the perfect routine!