
You may not know your hair type, but finding the answer to this seemingly simple question can tremendously simplify your hair routine and amp up the efficacy of the products you’re using. While we are quick to jump on the “thick” or “thin” bandwagon depending on how much hair we have, turns out, there’s a lot more to it— and it’s crucial to get right. According to PHYTO National Educator Christyn Nawrot, if you’re wrong on guessing on your hair type and, a bevy of additional mistakes are likely to follow. “If you get it wrong, you may not make the best decisions when it comes to styles, services and at-home care products to maintain your hair.” To put some assumptions to rest and get to the bottom of this debate, we reached out to top hair care experts to guide us in the right direction. If you’re like us, you may be surprised at what you learn!
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