10 fun facts about curly hair that you may not know

Curly hair is more prone to dryness as the natural oils produced by the scalp struggle to travel through the twists of the hair shaft.
Curly hair is often more resistant to damage compared to straight hair due to its natural structure.
Curly hair can vary greatly in texture, from loose waves to tight coils, and can change over time due to factors such as hormones and aging.
A head of straight hair has about 120,000 strands while a head of curly hair has about 100,000! The natural texture and structure of curly hair create the illusion of greater volume and density.
Curls do not need to be washed as often, as there are fewer hair follicles and thus fewer sebaceous glands, so hair stays cleaner and fresher for a longer period.
One head, many textures. Although you may have a dominant type of curl throughout your head, it doesn't mean it's the only texture! Most people have multiple types of curls all over their head.
Wavy hair can shrink up to 5 percent, curly hair can shrink, depending on its texture, from 30 percent to as much as 75 percent of its actual length.
60% of the global population has curly hair! No wonder Curlies around the world have embraced their curls more than ever.
Historically, Caucasian women desired to have wavy or curly hair because it made them appear more attractive than with straight hair.
Curly hair tends to be more porous than straight hair. This means it has a greater chance of absorbing moisture from the environment, leading to the frizz and dryness we all know.