Type 1B
Straight with body and a hint of bend.
Type 1B is straight with medium texture and noticeable body. It holds styles a little better than 1A and can show a slight bend at the ends.
Quick answer
Type 1B is straight hair: straight with body and a hint of bend. It pairs best with low and medium porosity. Use ingredients like Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Glycerin, Argan oil, and avoid Heavy waxes and Petrolatum. The top product pick is Ouai Detox Shampoo (shampoo).
The ideal routine
daily
- 1Quick brush-through to smooth
- 2Light leave-in on ends
- 3Refresh with texture spray if needed
weekly
- 1Shampoo 2–3x with body-building formula
- 2Condition mid to ends
- 3Apply lightweight mask weekly
monthly
- 1Clarify once monthly
- 2Bond treatment on damaged ends
- 3Trim every 8 weeks
Top 10 products for Type 1B
Hand-picked across shampoos, conditioners, leave-ins, oils, and stylers.
Do
- Use volumizing sprays at the root
- Air-dry for natural body
- Sleep on a silk pillowcase
Don't
- Use heavy creams on the scalp
- Skip heat protectant
- Brush when soaking wet
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Frequently asked questions
What is Type 1B hair?
Type 1B is straight with medium texture and noticeable body. It holds styles a little better than 1A and can show a slight bend at the ends.
What porosity pairs best with Type 1B hair?
Type 1B hair typically pairs best with low and medium porosity. Match your routine to that absorption profile for best results.
Which ingredients should Type 1B hair use and avoid?
Reach for Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Glycerin, Argan oil, Sea salt (texture). Skip Heavy waxes, Petrolatum, Drying alcohols (SD alcohol 40) — they tend to weigh down or dry out this texture.
What is the best wash-day routine for Type 1B?
Shampoo 2–3x with body-building formula Condition mid to ends Apply lightweight mask weekly
What are the top recommended products for Type 1B hair?
Ouai Detox Shampoo (Shampoo), Amika The Kure Bond Repair Mask (Mask), Living Proof Full Shampoo (Shampoo), among others listed above.