There are 4 main types of hair extension textures available, which include Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Afro Kinks/Curls. These types are further categorized into more specific textures.
Can anyone wear any hair extension texture
Anyone can wear any texture, It all depends on a few things everyone needs to know before getting hair extensions and your preferred method of installation.
Some things you need to know:
- What are your needs
- What are your expectations
- What are your limitations
What are the different hair extension textures
#1 Afro Kinky/Curl
Afro Curl
Afro Curl is for the woman who loves a defined curl, naturally coily and curly hair types blend well with this texture, kinky requires some work, and straight or wavy will not blend well unless certain styling techniques are used to achieve this look.
Afro Kinky
Afro Kinky is for the lady whose confidence reflects in her style, she embraces her true self and is empowered from within. Ladies with naturally Kinky hair types blend well with this texture, naturally coily and curly hair types may require some work, and straight or wavy types will not blend well unless certain styling techniques are used to achieve this classic look.
#2 Straight
Silky Straight
Silky Straight hair is a great choice for the lady who prefers a sleek look. If your hair is naturally kinky, coily, curly, or even straight and you intend to leave your own hair out with this texture, you will need to maintain your own hair. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
- Discover how to care for your own hair while wearing hair extensions.
- Find tips for maintaining your hair extensions.
Natural Straight
Natural Straight hair gives a laid-back vibe and is a great choice for the lady who prefers a wash-and-go or a somewhat messy look. Maintenance is always key if you decide to leave your hair out with any texture. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
Kinky Straight
Kinky Straight looks like it has been blown straight and offers a fluffy, voluminous effect for the lady who embraces a laid-back natural blowout look, but when she’s ready, a vixen-esque vibe is not far away. If persons with naturally Coily, Kinky, hair textures choose to leave their hair “blown out” hair out, their hair will blend well with this texture, however, maintenance is always key if you decide to leave your hair out with any texture. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
Yaki Straight
Yaki Straight is the little sister of Kinky Straight. It still looks like it’s been blown straight however it offers a smoother blow-dry look with less volume. It’s great for the lady who embraces a laid-back natural blowout look. If persons with naturally Coily, Kinky, hair textures choose to leave their “blown out” hair out, their hair will blend well with this texture, however, as always, maintenance is key if you decide to leave your hair out with any texture. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
#3/4 Wavy/Curly
Body Wave
Body Wave offers a natural-looking wave. It’s great for the lady who prefers a wash-and-go look. Ladies with a natural wave pattern may blend well with little to no effort while ladies who are naturally Coily, Kinky, Curly, or Straight will require more maintenance if you decide to leave your hair out with this texture. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
Loose Wave
Loose Wave is a perfect fit for formal attire, the defined waves demand attention as they quietly scream elegance for the sophisticated woman. Ladies with a natural wave pattern may blend well with little to no effort while ladies who are naturally Coily, Kinky, Curly, or Straight will require more maintenance if you decide to leave your hair out with this texture. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
Water Wave
Water Waves are a beautiful and versatile wave for the lady who would likes to gracefully transition from a casual to a formal look with ease. It’s also perfect for the woman who embraces the wet look. if you decide to leave your hair out with this texture, natural wave patterns may blend well with little to no effort while more maintenance is required for Coily, Kinky, Curly, or Straight haired ladies. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
Deep Wave
Deep Waves are a great substitute for the woman who enjoys water waves as they closely resemble one another. If you decide to leave your hair out with this texture, natural Wave and Curly patterns may blend well with little to no effort while ladies who are naturally Coily, Kinky, or Straight will require more maintenance. Depending on your preference and hair extensions you may also need to maintain your extensions.
