Hello all, recently I have been attempting to analyse my hair. I do know that my hair most probably still falls under Type 1 but I am slightly struggling to understand exactly what sub-category it falls under. My routine is simple but I wish to change it. For now, shampoo at scalp, conditioner, air dry (occasionally via heated hair brush) serum. I avoid wearing tight hairstyles. I usually throw my hair in a claw clip most days. I either sleep with my hair down or in a loose low ponytail/bun with a silk scrunchie.

Hair Characteristics: • Quite thick • Virgin hair • Gets greasy quite easily at the scalp but the lower quarter and ends are ALWAYS dry • Tends to always be poofy/gets frizzy super easily • The ends flick out or tend to sit in different directions (not uniform) • If I tie it in any way or sleep on it, the shape changes (dents, the way the hair falls) and it does not go back to the “default” shape until I wash my hair again.

I have added photos for reference. I hope that they are clear enough. The texture has always been very similar but when my hair was longer, the frizz was a lot less obvious to me as I would usually throw my hair in a braid. I could really appreciate some help with identifying specifics and any advice on the routine. It is constantly poofy, ends are always dry and I have tried many serums/oils but to absolutely no avail.

Please can I have some advice regarding my hair type? Alongside advice on the current routine?