Coily

4A / Low Porosity : (Soft Coils)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Moisturizing shampoo or co-wash.
• Conditioner: Moisture-rich conditioner.
• Mask (weekly): Lightweight hydrating mask (avoid heavy butters).
• Leave-In: Moisturizing cream or milk-based leave-in conditioner.
• Styling: Curl cream or light butter.
• Tip: Use indirect heat (like a steamer or warm towel) to open cuticles
and boost absorption.

4A / Medium Porosity : (Soft Coils)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Moisturizing sulfate-free shampoo or co-wash.
• Conditioner: Hydrating conditioner with detangling power.
• Mask: Rich mask with shea butter, honey, or avocado (weekly).
• Leave-In: Cream-based leave-in conditioner or twisting cream.
• Styling: Gel or cream-gel for hold + moisture.
• Tip: Style in small sections for best definition; use a diffuser on
low heat to dry.

4A / High Porosity : (Soft Coils)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Strengthening or moisturizing shampoo, or gentle bond-repair cleanser.
• Conditioner: Intense moisture conditioner with sealing oils.
• Mask (weekly): Protein-rich deep conditioner or reconstructor.
• Leave-In: Thick, rich cream or butter-based leave-in.
• Styling: Strong-hold gel, curl custard, or butter.
• Tip: Always seal with oil and avoid heavy manipulation after styling.

4B / Low Porosity : (Tight, Corkscrew Spirals)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Co-wash or moisturizing shampoo.
• Conditioner: Lightweight conditioner with lots of slip.
• Mask (weekly): Hydrating mask with humectants. (aloe, glycerin)
• Leave-In: Softening leave-in milk or cream.
• Styling: Medium-hold cream or butter.
• Tip: Warm products in hands before applying and use a steamer or warm
cap during masking.

4B / Medium Porosity : (Tight, Corkscrew Spirals)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Moisture-rich shampoo or co-wash.
• Conditioner: Deep moisture conditioner with oils and detangling agents.
• Mask (weekly): Moisturizing + strengthening mask.
• Leave-In: Thick leave-in cream or twisting cream.
• Styling: Cream-gel, heavy cream, or styling butter.
• Tip: Stretch styles like braids or twists help lock in moisture and reduce shrinkage (for short periods of time not to exceed 2 weeks).

4B / High Porosity : (Tight, Corkscrew Spirals)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Repairing or protein-based shampoo.
• Conditioner: Rich conditioner with sealing oils or butters.
• Mask: Intensive protein treatment or bond-repair mask weekly.
• Leave-In: Heavy cream leave-in or butter.
• Styling: Curl custard, butter-based stylers, or elongating creams.
• Tip: LOC or LCO method works best (Leave-in, Cream, Oil) to maintain moisture.

4C / Low Porosity : (Z-Shaped Strands Without a Definable Pattern)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Moisturizing co-wash or cleansing cream.
• Conditioner: Light conditioner with maximum slip.
• Mask: Lightweight moisture mask weekly.
• Leave-In: Soft, absorbable cream or milk.
• Styling: Twisting cream or soft butter.
• Tip: Always apply products on damp hair and layer lightly to avoid
buildup.

4C / Medium Porosity : (Z-Shaped Strands Without a Definable Pattern)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Creamy cleanser or co-wash.
• Conditioner: Rich conditioner with emollients and slip.
• Mask: Nourishing mask with butters and plant oils weekly.
• Leave-In: Thick leave-in cream or twisting butter.
• Styling: Heavy cream, gel, or butter-based styler.
• Tip: Stretch styles like braid-outs or twist-outs help manage
shrinkage and hold moisture (for a maximum of 2 weeks).

4C / High Porosity : (Z-Shaped Strands Without a Definable Pattern)

We recommend:
• Shampoo: Strengthening shampoo with protein or repairing agents.
• Conditioner: Heavy conditioner with sealing oils (castor, avocado,
etc.).
• Mask: Protein-rich repair mask or bond-building treatment weekly.
• Leave-In: Thick butter-based leave-in conditioner.
• Styling: Curl custard, styling butter, or elongating cream.
• Tip: Seal with oil and protect ends with hydration. Use a satin bonnet at night to lock in moisture and prevent breakage on this fragile hair type.