curly · 3C
Type 3C
Tight spiral curl
Forms dense, tightly looping spirals that retain a rounded curl shape.
Pattern is one part of the picture. You may have more than one pattern on the same head. Thickness, density, porosity, and care history can change how any type looks and behaves.
What to notice
- Tight spiral loops
- Small rounded curl path
- Strong curl definition
A useful comparison
Tighter than 3B; 4A shifts from rounded spirals toward visibly coiled loops.


