Cabello tipo 3C: cuidados y rutina

Type 3C hair forms tight, corkscrew curls with a circumference roughly the size of a pencil or straw. It has high density and significant shrinkage when dry. Curltine identifies Type 3C curl patterns and builds a moisture-first routine to define tight curls and prevent the dryness that this type is prone to.

3B vs 3C hair has a side-by-side table and a quick pencil-and-marker test if you're not sure which pattern you're looking at.

Characteristics

Tight corkscrew curls with a circumference similar to a pencil
High density
Significant shrinkage when dry
High moisture requirement
Sits between curly and coily hair in care needs

Care needs

High moisture products to prevent dryness and breakage
Consistent deep conditioning
Gentle detangling to avoid breakage
Strong hold products to maintain definition

Product tips

Heavy moisturizers, butters, and oils work well for Type 3C hair
The LOC or LCO layering method maximizes moisture retention
Protein treatments help strengthen tight curls prone to breakage
Curltine scans and rates products against Type 3C porosity and density

Routine tips

Deep condition weekly using gentle heat for better penetration
Detangle in the shower with slippery conditioner using your fingers or a wide-tooth comb
Apply products in sections for even distribution across dense hair
Curltine builds a full Type 3C wash-day routine with steps matched to your porosity

Common challenges

Chronic dryness between wash days
Tangling and single-strand knots
Shrinkage making hair appear shorter than it is
Getting product through dense, thick hair evenly

Frequently asked questions

Does Curltine support Type 3C hair?

Yes. Curltine analyzes Type 3C curl patterns and builds a routine that prioritizes the high moisture needs of this curl type while managing density and shrinkage.

Does Curltine work for damaged Type 3C hair?

Yes. Curltine measures damage indicators including frizz level and hair condition in its scan results. For damaged Type 3C hair, Curltine adjusts recommendations to include protein treatments and targeted repair products.

Get a routine built for your curl type

Curltine identifies your curl type from a photo scan and builds a personalized wash-day routine matched to your porosity and density.

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