THE NATURELLE INDEX ™
the
naturelle index ™
Your texture reference guide — designed to help you find your perfect blend.
The Naturelle Index™ is just getting started — new textures coming soon.
the
naturelle index ™
Your texture reference guide.
Made to meet you where you are — and lead you to your perfect match.
The Naturelle Index™ is just getting started — new textures coming soon.
What is a hair type?
A hair type refers to the natural pattern, shape, and texture of your strands — from straight and wavy to curly, kinky, and coily. It’s defined by your hair’s density, structure, and overall behaviour, and plays a key role in choosing the right hair extensions to achieve a seamless, natural look.
Understanding your hair type helps you find the perfect match — for styles that feel authentic, polished, and uniquely yours.
YAKI STRAIGHT
Inspired by: Textured hair that has been professionally silk-pressed or heat-straightened.
Description:
Yaki Straight is a refined textured straight designed to mirror natural hair in its sleek, pressed state. The strand maintains a soft grain throughout — smoother than Kinky Straight, yet fuller and more dimensional than silky straight textures.
The finish is polished without appearing overly silky, preserving realistic density and natural movement. It offers structure at the root and fluidity through the lengths, creating a straight style that feels authentic rather than flat.
Designed for seamless integration with pressed or heat-straightened natural hair.
Best Suited For:
Type 3C–4A hair worn straight.
Silk-pressed styles seeking added fullness.
Those wanting a sleek finish with subtle texture.
Straight looks that maintain body and realism.
KINKY STRAIGHT
Inspired by: Naturally coily hair in its stretched or blow-dried state.
Description:
Kinky Straight replicates the texture of Type 4 hair that has been gently stretched – retaining its natural body, grain, and density while presenting a straightened silhouette.
The strand pattern carries subtle texture throughout, delivering fullness at the root and realistic movement through the lengths. Unlike silky straight textures, Kinky Straight maintains structure and depth, creating volume without appearing overly smooth or flat.
This is a textured straight – soft, full, and designed for seamless integration with blown-out natural hair.
Best Suited For:
- Type 4A–4C hair in a blow-dried or stretched state.
Those who wear silk presses and want density without limpness.
Clients seeking volume with natural realism.
Styles that balance texture with polish.
CAMBODIAN WAVY
Inspired by: Naturally wavy hair with soft S-pattern movement and fluid body.
Description:
Cambodian Wavy features a relaxed, flowing S-pattern that offers natural dimension without appearing overly uniform. The wave formation is soft yet present, creating movement through the lengths while maintaining light volume at the root.
Less structured than defined curls and fuller than straight textures, this pattern delivers effortless body with subtle texture throughout. It can be worn in its natural state for an understated finish or heat-styled for a smoother, elongated look.
Refined, fluid, and versatile – Cambodian Wavy offers movement without excess bulk.
Best Suited For:
- Naturally wavy hair (Type 2B – 2C).
Blow-dried curls seeking added length and body.
Those wanting soft movement without tight definition.
Clients who prefer a lightweight, dimensional finish.
Choosing Between Textures:
Those with looser spiral curls may opt for Cambodian Wavy when seeking elongation and softness, or Burmese Curly when preferring greater definition and spring.
BURMESE CURLY
Inspired by:Naturally defined Type 3 curls with a true spiral formation and balanced volume.
Description: Burmese Curly is a defined spiral texture that sits confidently within the Type 3 family — most aligned with 3B curls, with subtle variation throughout for a natural finish.
The pattern forms structured ringlets with a soft spring and noticeable shrinkage, creating volume without heaviness. The curls hold definition beautifully, yet can be diffused, brushed, or stretched for a fuller, airier effect.
This texture offers dimension, movement, and an authentic curl match for those with naturally defined coils seeking seamless integration.
Best Suited For:
Type 3B curls and some 3C blends.
Naturally curly textures with moderate to high shrinkage
Those wanting defined spiral curls with body and longevity.
KINKY CURLY
Inspired by: Naturally coiled textures within the 3C–4 spectrum, characterised by tight corkscrews and compact coil formations.
Description:
Kinky Curly is a densely coiled texture designed to mirror the architecture of true coils. The pattern ranges from defined corkscrew spirals to softly clustered coils, creating natural fullness with noticeable shrinkage and depth.
This texture delivers volume at the root, strong pattern integrity, and a rich, dimensional finish. When defined, the coils appear sculpted and springy. When stretched, the hair reveals length while maintaining its natural structure.
Crafted for seamless integration with tightly coiled hair, Kinky Curly offers authenticity, density, and longevity without compromising movement.
Best Suited For:
Type 3C hair with tight corkscrew formation.
Type 4A hair with defined, S-pattern loops.
Type 4B textures seeking added density and structure.
- Those wanting high-shrinkage coils with natural volume.
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