Discover how to make the most of your type 2A hair with the right hairstyles and products.
What hair type do you have?
If you have type 2A hair, you’re in the sweet spot between straight and wavy. It can be tricky to navigate, but your hair can look casually chic with the right knowledge and care. This guide will walk you through what makes 2A hair unique, the best haircuts for your texture, and styling tips that work wonders.
This hair type is the perfect mix of almost straight locks with a slight wave. As hairstylist Marcela Hernandez explains, "2A is best defined as a naturally wavy hair type, recognized as the straighter type of curl than the rest of the curly hair types."
This means that your hair tends to fall into loose, soft waves rather than tight curls. The wave pattern is subtle but noticeable. Often straight at the roots, it forms a slight S-shape or a delicate curl closer to the end of a strand. “Your hair texture is typically fine to medium with slightly tousled or curved shapes,” notes Evie, master stylist at Rockstar Salon. It’s a texture that benefits from thoughtful layering and the right products to prevent flatness or frizz.
