Waves are built Not Given

LARMONZ LYNN • January 9, 2026

Hair Texture Types & Wave Potential

Waves Are Built — Not Given

One of the biggest myths in wave culture is that only certain hair types can get waves.

That’s not true.

Anyone can get waves.
The difference is
how long it takes and how much work it requires — not whether it’s possible.

Waves are simply your hair laying down in a repeated pattern through brushing, compression, and care. Every hair type responds differently, but every texture can respond.

The Truth About Hair Texture (Simple Breakdown)

Hair texture affects speed, not ability.

Here’s how different textures typically behave — not limits, just tendencies.

Straight Hair (Type 1–2)

Straight hair can get waves, but they usually appear:

Wider

Softer

Less defined at first

Straight hair wavers often need:

More brushing time

Stronger compression

Longer wolfing phases

Extra focus on product control

Straight hair waves exist — and when done right, they look clean, smooth, and elite.

Straight hair doesn’t mean “can’t.”
It means “commit.”

Curly Hair (Type 3)

Curly hair is one of the best wave textures, period.

Why?

  • Curls naturally form patterns
  • Waves show clearly
  • Definition comes faster with consistency

Curly hair wavers can achieve:

  • Deep, flowing connections
  • Sharp crowns
  • Beautiful shine and motion

Curly waves aren’t “almost there” waves —
they’re
top tier when maintained properly.

Coarse / Kinky Hair (Type 4)

Coarse hair produces the deepest, tightest waves.

This texture:

  • Responds fast to brushing
  • Creates bold definition
  • Shows dramatic progress early

But coarse hair also requires:

  • Moisture discipline
  • Scalp care
  • Patience to avoid over-brushing or dryness

These waves hit hard — but only when cared for correctly.

What Actually Determines Wave Success

Hair texture matters less than these five things:

  1. Consistency – brushing every day, not sometimes
  2. Direction – brushing the correct angles from the crown
  3. Compression – durag or wave cap daily
  4. Moisture – hydrated hair waves better, always
  5. Patience – waves don’t rush, they build

This applies to every hair type.

The DemWavyBoyz Rule

We don’t rank waves by hair type.
We respect
effort, discipline, and growth.

Straight hair waves.
Curly hair waves.
Coarse hair waves.

Different journeys.
Same crown.

Final Word

If your hair grows, it can wave.
If you brush with purpose, it will respond.
If you stay consistent, progress will come.

Waves don’t ask where you started —
they only respond to what you practice.

Protect your crown.
Trust the process.

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