Afro-textured hair

Afro-textured hair is a term used to refer to the natural hair texture of certain populations in Africa, the African diaspora, Australia and Asia, when this hair has not been altered by hot combs, flat irons, or chemicals (through perming, relaxation, or other straightening methods). Each strand of this hair type grows in a tiny, spring-like helix shape. The overall effect is such that, despite relatively fewer hair shafts compared to straight, wavy or curly hair, afro-textured hair appears and feels denser.