What type of hair arises from flat follicles?

The type of hair that arises from flat follicles is very curly hair. This is because the shape of the hair follicle plays a crucial role in determining the texture of the hair. Flat follicles produce hair strands that are oval or elliptical in shape, leading to the characteristic tight curls or kinks associated with very curly hair. The angle at which the hair emerges from the scalp, combined with the flatness of the follicle, contributes to the coiled nature of very curly hair, resulting in its distinctive appearance.

In contrast, straight hair typically comes from round follicles, which produce smooth, straight strands. Wavy hair results from slightly oval follicles, which create a more erratic wave pattern, while curly hair, though more tightly coiled than wavy, does not reach the same degree of curliness as very curly hair, typically involving a less flat follicle shape. This fundamental understanding of follicle shape is essential in electrolysis practices, as it informs the technician on how different hair types may respond to hair removal techniques.