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56 AHP Indie Stylist Volume 5 Issue 1 others have thin hair. Hair density may be determined by genetics, ethnicity, and age, among other factors. During a consultation, I can always tell the density of someone's hair by pulling it into a ponytail. I consider if the ponytail is thick, round, and full or if it's thin and sparse. Texture Hair texture can be divided into three categories: fine, medium, and coarse. Fine hair is thin and more susceptible to damage. Coarse hair is strong and may be resistant to color and chemical processes. Medium hair falls in the middle. Look at a single strand. How big is it? What does it feel like in your hand? Feel at brings us to the feel of the hair. Is the hair hard or is it soft? e feel of the hair may provide insight into the hair's moisture content and more information about the client's curl pattern. EDUCATE YOUR CLIENT With all that information, you can start to educate your client about the myths, misconceptions, and misinformation that exists about their hair and what it can do. is is your opportunity to teach them about their hair type. One way to help someone understand their hair is by explaining its porosity and the ingredients that should be in their hair products. Additionally, it is helpful to identify their specific curl pattern and show them pictures of people with a similar curl pattern, hair type, and face shape. is can help them visualize the different styles that are suitable for their hair and the full range of possibilities available to them. It may give them an additional boost of confidence to see others with hair that looks just like theirs. It 's crucial for clients t o underst and t heir curl t y pe so t hey can embrace t heir nat ural hair journey, pick st yles t hey like, and manage expect at ions.