Curl Type Quiz

In about 10 minutes, learn whether your hair is wavy, curly, or coily and what makes it act the way it does. Get a clear 2A to 4C result plus tailored wash, condition, style, and refresh tips.
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March 25, 2026
March 25, 2026
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How the Scales are Structured

example score
5/11
Curl Pattern (2A–4C) (CP4)
This scale estimates your overall curl pattern on the 2A–4C framework from looser waves to tighter coils.
Wavy (2A–2C)
Curly (3A–3C)
Coily (4A–4C)
14Wavy (2A–2C)58Curly (3A–3C)911Coily (4A–4C)
A score of 5 falls in the Curly (3A–3C) range, suggesting defined curls rather than loose waves or tight coils.
example score
2/3
Porosity Level (PL)
Measures how readily your hair absorbs and retains moisture from water and products.
Low Porosity
Medium Porosity
High Porosity
1Low Porosity2Medium Porosity3High Porosity
A score of 2 indicates medium porosity, suggesting generally balanced moisture absorption and retention.
example score
2/3
Strand Thickness (ST)
Strand Thickness estimates the diameter of individual hair fibers from fine to coarse.
Fine
Medium
Coarse
11.4Fine1.52.4Medium2.53Coarse
A score of 2 indicates medium strand thickness, suggesting a balanced fiber diameter that typically handles a range of products without being easily weighed down or overly resistant to moisture.
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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Unsure of hair pattern
46%OF USERS
People with mixed textures or inconsistent results who want clarity on whether they’re wavy, curly, or coily and what that means for care.
Switching to natural texture
32%OF USERS
People growing out heat or chemical styling who need to identify their current curl type and adjust routines during the transition.
Troubleshooting products and routine
22%OF USERS
People dealing with frizz, dryness, flat roots, or undefined curls who want to use porosity, density, and strand thickness to refine their routine.
BASED ON AGGREGATED, ANONYMIZED DATA FROM TENS OF THOUSANDS OF FREUDLY USERS.
RESULTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE

Scale Results
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Your scores across each test scale are translated into plain, usable insights. You won’t just get numbers — you’ll learn how your results impact your daily life, emotional state, and overall well-being.
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Interpretation
You’ll receive a structured, clinically-grounded explanation. Our AI analyzes patterns and relationships between scales to provide a coherent interpretation, without exaggerated language.
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Comparison
See how your results compare to others. Anonymized platform data is used to create a percentile scale, which identifies whether your results are typical.
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You’ll receive clear, actionable guidance tailored to your profile. These easy-to-implement suggestions focus on coping, self-regulation, and realistic next steps.
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Once you complete the test, your results are compared with real-world data from people in your country.
Below is a preview of how scores are typically distributed across each scale.
Curl Pattern (2A–4C) (CP()
Average
4.6
Normal range
2.96.2
min.
1
max.
11
Majority
This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Porosity Level (PL)
Average
2.4
Normal range
2.22.7
min.
1
max.
3
Majority
This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
Strand Thickness (ST)
Average
2.1
Normal range
1.82.5
min.
1
max.
3
Majority
This curve shows how scores are typically distributed.
Once you complete the test, your result will appear on the scale so you can see how you compare.
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CLEAR ANSWERS TO COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this quiz measure?
It estimates hair pattern on the 2A–4C framework and summarizes related traits such as strand thickness, density, porosity, and typical air-dry behavior.
How should hair be prepared before answering?
Base responses on hair that is clean and product-free, preferably air-dried without heat or stretching. If that is not available, answer using the most typical condition observed in recent washes.
How long does it take, and how many questions are included?
Estimated completion time is about 10 minutes. The quiz includes 87 questions.
How accurate are the results?
Results are estimates based on self-report and may vary with haircut, damage, humidity, and styling habits. Mixed patterns are common and may appear in the results.
Is this a medical or diagnostic assessment?
No; it is for education and hair-care guidance only. It does not diagnose medical conditions or replace professional evaluation.
WHAT THE TEST MEASURES
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Curl Type Quiz

Curl Type Quiz - Symptoms and Signs

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Not sure whether your hair is wavy, curly, or coily—or why products work for others but not for you? This Curl Type Quiz helps you estimate your curl pattern using the common 2A–4C curl-typing framework, plus key traits like strand thickness, density, porosity, and how your hair behaves when air-dried. Get a clear result with practical care suggestions—washing, conditioning, styling, and refresh tips—tailored to your pattern and needs. For education and hair-care guidance, not a medical test.

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