From sleek and straight to full coils and curls, knowing your hair type helps you understand what your strands need – and which products will make them look (and feel) their best. Here’s how to identify your hair type and the Hershesons heroes to match.

Type 1: Straight Hair

1A: Very straight, fine and thin.

1B: Straight with a medium texture and natural volume.

1C: Straight, thick and coarse with lots of shine.

Your routine:

Straight hair often needs help with lift and movement. Apply a small amount of Almost Everything Cream to smooth the hair without weighing down, then use the Pro Blow Dry Brush with the Great Hairdryer Pro for effortless bounce. For instant root refresh or volume, Zhoosh Foam – a lightweight texture foam – will bring flat hair back to life.

Type 2: Wavy Hair

2A: Fine, thin, and softly S-shaped – easy to style.

2B: Medium-thick with more defined waves; can frizz.

2C: Thick, coarse and strongly waved – prone to frizz and flyaways.

Your routine:

Wavy hair loves flexible definition. Work Almost Everything Cream or Air Dry Spray through damp strands to smooth and define your waves. Air-dry for a natural look or diffuse using the Great Hairdryer for soft, frizz-free texture. Zhoosh Foam can help create volume and body without stiffness.

Type 3: Curly Hair

3A: Loose corkscrew curls.

3B: Tighter corkscrews with lots of body.

3C: Very tight, springy curls.

Your routine:

Curly hair thrives on moisture and shape. Apply Almost Everything Cream evenly through damp curls to hydrate and define. Use the Great Hairdryer with a diffuser attachment to enhance curl pattern and reduce frizz. For next-day revival, scrunch in a small amount of cream to reset your curls.

Type 4: Coily Hair

4A: Tight corkscrew coils.

4B: Very tightly coiled, zigzag-patterned hair.

4C: Zigzag texture with less defined shape – ultra-coily and full of volume.

Your routine:

Coily textures need rich hydration and gentle handling. Smooth Almost Everything Cream generously through damp hair to detangle, moisturise and condition. Dry with the Great Hairdryer on a low heat setting, using a diffuser to maintain definition. Follow with a touch more cream to seal in moisture and soften coils.