How to Identify Your Hair Type and Choose the Right Products

As a licensed cosmetologist with over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, I’ve learned that understanding your hair type is the key to choosing the right products and achieving healthier, more beautiful hair.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by products that don’t seem to work or contribute to the “product graveyard” under your sink, this guide is for you. Let’s dive into the three key components of your hair type: wave pattern, density, and texture.

Discover how to identify your hair type by understanding wave pattern, density, and texture. Learn how Velia Beauty Co.’s products are designed to work for your unique hair needs.

What’s Your Hair Type?

• Wave Pattern Your wave pattern determines whether your hair is:
  

• Straight

• Wavy

• Curly

• Coily (tight curls)

• Did you know your wave pattern can change over time? Hormones, like those during puberty, pregnancy, or menopause, can affect how your hair behaves. For example, I had straight hair growing up, but after puberty, my hair became curly—a story many of my clients can relate to!
  
  

• Density refers to how much hair you have on your scalp:
  
  

• Thin: Fewer hairs per square inch

• Medium: An average amount of hair

• Thick: A full, dense head of hair

• Texture describes the diameter of each strand of hair:
  
  

• Fine: Fragile and delicate strands

• Medium: Average strength strands

• Coarse: Thick and strong strands

• Each texture has its own strengths and challenges. For example, fine hair is more prone to breakage, while coarse hair can be harder to style but is incredibly resilient.
  

Why Understanding Hair Type Matters

Knowing your hair type helps you select products that actually work for you. For instance:

• Fine, thin hair benefits from lightweight products that add volume.
• Coarse, thick hair thrives on moisture-rich formulas.

At Velia Beauty Co., I’ve created a line of haircare products labeled specifically for different hair types, making it easier for you to choose the right match.

Haircare Basics for Every Hair Type

Here are the essentials I recommend for maintaining healthy hair:

1. Shampoo: Cleanses your hair without stripping natural oils.
2. Conditioner: Hydrates and protects.
3. Leave-In Conditioner: Adds moisture and manageability.
4. Shine Serum: Keeps your hair looking healthy and vibrant.

I’ve designedmy products to be lightweight, effective, and suitable for a wide range of hair types.

Avoiding the Product Graveyard

We’ve all been there—buying products that don’t work for our hair type and letting them gather dust. The solution? Identify your hair type first and invest in high-quality products tailored to your needs.

If you’re unsure about your hair type, I offer virtual consultations to help you figure it out. Let’s take the guesswork out of your haircare routine!

Want to learn more? Check out the full episode of The Beauty Lab Podcast, where Monina and I discuss these topics in-depth.

Shop Velia Beauty Co. products designed for your hair type here.