3B curls are a dream for those who desire bounce, volume and squishy styles. While many admire them, those with 3B hair understand the struggle in managing it. Don't overthink it; you'll soon discover that the best curls come from a top-tier routine and the finest curl-friendly products.

What is Type 3B Hair?

3B hair is medium-level curly hair. They can be identified by their bounce, spiral-shaped ringlets, almost-tight curls, full volume and movement. Type 3 hair is of the curly type. Yet, it is important to know your exact type 3 hair to enable you to provide and care for it. Unlike 3A hair, 3B hair still finds its bounce and lively curls even after heat styling. This doesn't go without saying a heat protectant is essential, regardless.

Curl Type Comparison 

It is easy to tell 3B hair apart from other type 3 hair. 3A curls may lose their curl pattern with heat styling and heavy products since they are less curly and near the 2C wavy spectrum, but 3B curls will not. 3C hair has a tighter curl pattern than 3B hair, making them the most desired curls. Still, 3B hair is the prize—under equal circumstances, they do not frizz as much as 3C do. If you notice you have a not-so-tight curl, then you might be having 3B hair. Now, here's the caveat: It is totally normal to notice looser strands that look like wavy hair and tighter curls texture that looks like 3C hair across your hair. 

Do you desire more volume to your curly hair? Read on Expert Tips on How to Add Volume to Hair Naturally. 

Hair Care Tips for 3B Curls

Curly hair faces quite a number of problems, and that's simply natural. The structure of the hair makes it difficult for the scalp's natural oil to flow down the curls. Thus, you need to give your 3B curls more consideration when washing and styling. Knowing how to care for your 3B hair is all about finding a routine and a balance—curl definition without weight. 

Avoid Heavy Products 

3B hair doesn't do well with heavy products. Infact, no hair type does. The best curly hair products are lightweight and hydrating, catering for the problems they constantly face. GK Hair Leave-In Conditioner and CurlsDefineHer Cream should be your best friend if you want healthy curls. 

Use Fewer Products 

A pro for those with 3B curls is that the hair comes with volume, thanks to the spiral pattern. This doesn't still mean you need a lot of products to keep curls intact. You do not want flat, frizzy curls—just the essentials such as creams, conditioners, shampoos, and oils will do. 

Minimize Heat Styling

As a 3B curl girlie, there's every tendency for your curls to be dry. Subjecting your hair to heat will leave already dry hair in a more terrible state—such as frizz and breakage. Instead, allow your hair to dry naturally or attach a gentle diffuser to your dryer. Use a heat protectant cream or spray like GK Hair ThermalStyleHer Cream before applying heat.

How to Style 3B Curls

Don't Brush Your Curls

Don't do the brushing thing that people do with your curls, not especially when wet. If you feel knots, untangle with your fingers, running through them from mid-strands to tip or use a wide-tooth comb.

Combat Frizz With a Hair Styling Cream

No head is the same, so you won't find 3B curls the same. Some 3B curls require extra protection and care than what a leave-in conditioner can give. If this is you, go for a styling cream and a deep conditioner. GK Hair Deep Conditioner and CurlsDefineHer Cream prevents frizz while delivering moisture. Avoid applying to the roots, so that they don't get greasy. 

 

Best Products for 3B Curls

The Best Shampoo and Conditioner

One major concern for curly and wavy hair is moisture. They often experience dryness because the scalp's natural, essential oil does not travel down easily to the length of hair as with straight hair. This is where moisturizing products that deliver hydration without the crunch come in. We recommend our irresistible, curl-friendly GK Hair Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner.

The Best Leave-In Conditioners 

Your hair will retain a significant amount of natural oils with less washing. Give off days to conditioners such as GK Hair Leave-In Conditioner Cream or Spray. Both are lightweight; it simply depends on your choice. 

Hair Styling Creams for 3B Curls

Either a cream or a mousse can have your hair in style as they are both lightweight in texture and would not weigh your curls down or leave them flat. If you then want something lighter, then a mousse is your best bet. For salon-quality results, use GK Hair's Hair Styling Mousse.

Oil for Extra Shine

Curly hair does not like being deprived of oil. Show your 3B hair some extra love with GK Hair Argan Serum Oil for your LOC, or even LCO for a change. 

Takeaway

Curl girlie, you can have all the packages of 3B curls—volume, bounce and definition. And if knots, frizz and dryness comes, you now know how to remedy them with the right routine and curl-love products recommendations. Be deliberate about your 3B hair and they would thank you!