Type 1C
Straight, coarse, and full of body.
Type 1C is straight with coarse, thick individual strands. It has the most body of the straight types and can appear slightly wavy when humid.
Quick answer
Type 1C is straight hair: straight, coarse, and full of body. It pairs best with medium and high porosity. Use ingredients like Argan oil, Silicones (for slip), Keratin, and avoid Sulfates daily and Heavy beeswax. The top product pick is Bumble and bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Shampoo (shampoo).
The ideal routine
daily
- 1Smooth with an anti-frizz oil
- 2Use a wide-tooth comb
- 3Re-style with a flat brush + serum
weekly
- 1Shampoo 1–2x
- 2Deep condition
- 3Apply anti-humidity sealer
monthly
- 1Clarify monthly
- 2Bond/protein mask
- 3Trim every 8–10 weeks
Top 10 products for Type 1C
Hand-picked across shampoos, conditioners, leave-ins, oils, and stylers.
Do
- Seal with oil after styling
- Sleep with a silk wrap
- Use heat protectant
Don't
- Skip conditioner
- Rough-towel dry
- Use cheap drying alcohols
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Frequently asked questions
What is Type 1C hair?
Type 1C is straight with coarse, thick individual strands. It has the most body of the straight types and can appear slightly wavy when humid.
What porosity pairs best with Type 1C hair?
Type 1C hair typically pairs best with medium and high porosity. Match your routine to that absorption profile for best results.
Which ingredients should Type 1C hair use and avoid?
Reach for Argan oil, Silicones (for slip), Keratin, Shea oil (light). Skip Sulfates daily, Heavy beeswax, Lanolin — they tend to weigh down or dry out this texture.
What is the best wash-day routine for Type 1C?
Shampoo 1–2x Deep condition Apply anti-humidity sealer
What are the top recommended products for Type 1C hair?
Bumble and bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Shampoo (Shampoo), Olaplex No.4 & No.5 (Wash duo), Moroccanoil Hydrating Mask (Mask), among others listed above.