Welcome to Froband Hair Mag

There’s more to your hair than its curl pattern. How full it is and how it takes in moisture matter too. We’ve put these guides together to help you understand all three.

Not sure where to start?

Start with Find Your Hair Guide to choose your curl type, density and porosity, then explore the guide that fits your hair.

 Find Your Hair Guide

Find Your Hair Guide

Type 3A

3A / Low density / Low porosity 3A / Low density / Medium porosity 3A / Low density / High porosity 3A / Medium density / Low porosity 3A / Medium density / Medium porosity 3A / Medium density / High porosity 3A / High density / Low porosity 3A / High density / Medium porosity 3A / High density / High porosity

Type 3B

3B / Low density / Low porosity 3B / Low density / Medium porosity 3B / Low density / High porosity 3B / Medium density / Low porosity 3B / Medium density / Medium porosity 3B / Medium density / High porosity 3B / High density / Low porosity 3B / High density / Medium porosity 3B / High density / High porosity

Type 3C

3C / Low density / Low porosity 3C / Low density / Medium porosity 3C / Low density / High porosity 3C / Medium density / Low porosity 3C / Medium density / Medium porosity 3C / Medium density / High porosity 3C / High density / Low porosity 3C / High density / Medium porosity 3C / High density / High porosity

Type 4A

4A / Low density / Low porosity 4A / Low density / Medium porosity 4A / Low density / High porosity 4A / Medium density / Low porosity 4A / Medium density / Medium porosity 4A / Medium density / High porosity 4A / High density / Low porosity 4A / High density / Medium porosity 4A / High density / High porosity

Type 4B

4B / Low density / Low porosity 4B / Low density / Medium porosity 4B / Low density / High porosity 4B / Medium density / Low porosity 4B / Medium density / Medium porosity 4B / Medium density / High porosity 4B / High density / Low porosity 4B / High density / Medium porosity 4B / High density / High porosity

Type 4C

4C / Low density / Low porosity 4C / Low density / Medium porosity 4C / Low density / High porosity 4C / Medium density / Low porosity 4C / Medium density / Medium porosity 4C / Medium density / High porosity 4C / High density / Low porosity 4C / High density / Medium porosity 4C / High density / High porosity

Explore the hair guides

Type 3B Hair: Low Density, High Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3B Hair Low Density · High Porosity Type 3B curls are springy, lively ringlets with a tighter pattern and more volume than 3A. When hair is low density and high porosity, you have fewer strands on the scalp and a cuticle that is raised or damaged, absorbing moisture quickly but losing it just as fast. This is one of the more challenging combinations because dryness, frizz, and fragility can all show up at once and are very visible on low density hair. The goal is to lock moisture in,... Read more...
Type 4A Hair: Medium Density, High Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Froband Hair Mag Type 4A HairMedium Density · High Porosity Your complete personalised growth guide Medium density gives your 4A coils presence and body, which is a real advantage. The challenge in your profile comes from high porosity, where your cuticles are raised and open, absorbing moisture quickly but losing it just as fast. The combination means your hair can feel soft right after wash day and noticeably dry within twenty-four hours. Understanding why this happens is the first step to changing it, and with the right approach your coils... Read more...
Type 4A Hair: Medium Density, Medium Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 4A Hair Medium Density · Medium Porosity Type 4A curls are tight, springy coils with a defined S-pattern that thrive with the right routine. Medium density means you have a good, full head of hair with real volume potential. Medium porosity is the most cooperative porosity level — your cuticle accepts moisture without too much resistance and holds it for a reasonable time. This combination is genuinely one of the more workable 4A profiles. Your job is to maintain consistent moisture, minimise breakage, and let your coils grow without... Read more...
Type 4A Hair Medium Density Low Porosity Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 4A Hair Medium Density · Low Porosity Type 4A curls are tight, springy coils with a consistent S-pattern that carry energy and definition when properly cared for. Medium density gives you a full, satisfying head of hair with enough strands to create real volume and presence. Low porosity is the main challenge here, and your cuticle sits tightly closed, resisting moisture and causing products to pool on the surface rather than absorbing. Once you learn how to open that cuticle and get moisture in, your 4A coils will reward... Read more...
Type 4A Hair: Low Density, High Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 4A Hair Low Density · High Porosity Your 4A coils are tight, springy and full of potential. When they are properly hydrated they bounce and shine in a way that turns heads. High porosity is your biggest challenge. Your cuticle is raised and sometimes damaged, which means moisture floods in quickly but escapes just as fast. Dryness can creep in within hours of washing if you do not seal properly. With low density on top of that, you want to be protecting every strand you have from breakage and... Read more...
Type 3B Hair: High Density, Medium Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3B Hair High Density · Medium Porosity Type 3B curls are springy, defined ringlets with a lot of natural volume and energy. High density means you have a generous number of strands giving your hair a full, thick appearance. Medium porosity means your cuticle behaves well, absorbing moisture at a balanced rate and retaining it without too much trouble. This combination is genuinely one of the most workable. You have volume, you have curl definition, and your hair responds reliably to good products and consistent care. The main consideration... Read more...
Type 3B Hair: High Density, Low Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3B Hair High Density · Low Porosity Type 3B curls are springy, tightly defined ringlets that form naturally voluminous styles. High density amplifies that volume significantly, giving you thick, full hair with a lot of presence. Low porosity means each strand has a tightly sealed cuticle that makes moisture absorption a challenge. Products sit on top of the hair, build-up accumulates quickly across the dense hair, and the hair can feel dry despite looking full. This is a powerful combination when cared for correctly and the volume you have... Read more...
Type 3B Hair: Medium Density, High Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3B Hair Medium Density · High Porosity Type 3B curls are springy, defined ringlets full of personality and volume. Medium density gives your hair a visibly healthy and full appearance. High porosity means your cuticle has gaps or is raised, so moisture is absorbed quickly but escapes just as fast. The result is hair that often feels drier than expected, is prone to frizz, and can be vulnerable to breakage without the right care. The good news is that medium density gives you enough strands to work with and... Read more...
Type 3B Hair: Medium Density, Medium Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3B Hair Medium Density · Medium Porosity Type 3B curls are springy, high-volume ringlets that hold their shape beautifully. Medium density gives you a full, healthy look with a solid number of strands. Medium porosity means your cuticle absorbs and retains moisture well without needing extra effort. This is one of the most enjoyable combinations to care for. Your hair responds well to a wide range of products, grows consistently when given a good routine, and the 3B curl pattern means your hair looks lively and defined with relatively... Read more...
Type 3A Hair: High Density, High Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3A Hair High Density · High Porosity Type 3A curls form large, defined ringlets with a lot of natural movement. High density means you have a generous amount of strands and your hair looks very full. High porosity means your cuticle has raised areas or gaps, so moisture enters fast but also escapes fast. This combination gives you impressive volume but the hair can feel dry, frizzy, and difficult to keep moisturised. The sheer amount of hair also means any dryness is amplified across thousands of strands. The priority... Read more...
Type 3A Hair: High Density, Medium Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3A Hair High Density · Medium Porosity Type 3A curls are large, bouncy ringlets with excellent natural definition. High density gives you a lot of strands and serious volume. Medium porosity means your cuticle is well-behaved, absorbing moisture at a balanced rate and holding it without too much trouble. This is one of the most enviable hair combinations. You have volume, you have curl pattern, and your hair responds well to products. The main thing to watch is weight. With so much hair, products can build up and weigh... Read more...
Type 3A Hair: High Density, Low Porosity – Your Complete Growth Guide
Type 3A Hair High Density · Low Porosity Type 3A curls are large, springy ringlets with beautiful natural definition. High density means you have a lot of strands on your scalp, giving your hair impressive volume and thickness. Low porosity means each strand has a tightly sealed cuticle that resists letting moisture in. This combination gives you hair that looks abundantly full but can feel chronically dry because products struggle to absorb. Build-up is also a bigger concern with high density low porosity hair because there is simply more hair... Read more...