A South African woman posted a TikTok of her 4C hair being styled in a salon in China. The confident moment sparked cultural ...

When it was time to rinse the mixture out of my hair I did not have a huge problem getting it out. On the other hand, the mixture got stuck in Meka's hair. She had to use coconut oil to get it out.

This is my favorite part of having 4C hair. "4C hair tends to have a lot of natural volume, which can be a desirable feature for those who love voluminous hairstyles," says Groover.

Fitting all hair products into a carry-on can be challenging. We talked to experts to find ways to make it work, including clarification from the TSA.

Caring for 4C hair doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are the 7 budget-friendly tools I actually use at home to wash, detangle, style, and grow my natural hair in Nigeria.

For example, if you’re rocking 4C natural hair and struggling with detangling or softness, try this natural haircare set (₦17,200, available from Shop BelleStar).

Shao recommends a low bun, loose braid, or hair twists rather than tight braids for those with type 4b or 4c hair. Silk or snag-free hair ties can help ensure that there’s no unnecessary tearing.

How to Care For 4C Hair 1. Cleanse Regularly When washing dry 4C hair, balance is key—aim for every one to two weeks to cleanse without stripping natural oils.

As a natural who prefers to minimize heat usage, the dryer wand’s ultra-care mode and fast-drying capabilities worked hand in hand to cut my blow-dry session time in half.