Reader Question: Different Textures

Hi! Ive been following your blog for about a year and I really love it! I'm fifteen and I have been transitioning for a year now. I have many different textures in my hair which is natural however the hair near my hairline has no curl pattern at all! It's really thick and frizzy but not wavy or curly. It almost resembles relaxed hair however it's a lot thicker and a little rough to the touch. I remember reading your post on scab hair however my hair has had over 12 months to transition. Is this normal? I appreciate any suggestions or feedback you have for me! Thanks!

You should now that it is perfectly normal and extremely common to have different textures of hair growing out of your scalp. It's also common that some parts of your head will not have a curl pattern. If it isn't damage from, sun, wind, heat or chemicals then you can safely assume that is the natural texture of your hair. I happen to have this issue: the crown section of my hair is frizzy, undefined and pretty much the way you describe your hair. I usually wear roller set braid outs, use lots of conditioner and smoothing techniques to blend it in with the other areas.

Check out these other related posts, which can also be found in the Natural Hair 101: The Beginner's Guide.

10 Tips for Perfecting Your Wet Set Braid Out
Perfect Style for Transitioners and Undefined Curls
Dealing with Different Textures