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curly · type 3b
3b — Springy Curls
Corkscrew curls about Sharpie-width, with obvious spring. The classic 'bouncy curly hair' look.
Read the full 3b guideWhat 3b usually looks like
- Sharpie-width corkscrews
- Snaps back fast when pulled and released
- Moderate shrinkage (30–50%)
- Buildup-prone — clarify every 4–6 weeks
Daily routine
- Sulfate-free shampoo 2× a week.
- Conditioner every wash, wet-detangle with wide-tooth comb.
- On soaking wet hair: leave-in + medium-hold gel.
- Scrunch upward, plop 10 min or diffuse on low.
- Satin pillowcase + loose pineapple overnight.
What to look for
3b likes medium-weight products — richer than 3a, lighter than 3c.
Water-based leave-in
Glycerin for humidity hold, no drying alcohols
Heavy butter-based leave-ins meant for 3c/4a
Medium-hold gel
Film-forming polymers, clean cast break
Extreme-hold products that crunch and flake
Common 3b mistakes
- 01Using 3c/4a products — weighs down the spring.
- 02Skipping clarifying — 3b is buildup-prone.
- 03Refreshing with heavy product instead of water.
Your 3b routine, optimized
Scrunchie builds your routine around 3b specifically — product weight, humidity defense, refresh methods that keep the bounce.
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