Amid Beauty
Jun 19, 20151 min
Updated: Dec 28, 2019
SO MANY BEAUTIFUL hair types and textures... Which should you choose?
Malaysian, Brazilian and Peruvian hair are the most popular types in the marketplace.
Read our list of qualities for each hair type to help select which one is best for you.
MALAYSIAN HAIR
Very high luster and shine with a smooth, sleek feel
Low porosity | Does not swell or frizz in humid conditions
Hair holds very well without the use of products
“Hair used by many celebrities and entertainers”
Luster similar to Brazilian
Handles hair tinting very well
BRAZILIAN HAIR
Soft, durable with a high density
texture resembles African American natural and relaxed hair
Holds color well and less likely to frizz
holds curl longer than Malaysian and Indian textures
Silkier and shinier than Indian hair
PERUVIAN HAIR
Low density with coarser cuticle than Malaysian or Brazilian
Able to use 4+ bundles and retain a feather-like look and feel
Blends extremely well with African American relaxed hair
Very durable, versatile and blends very well
Can be curled and styled repeatedly with low damage to the hair