Growing long curly hair takes more patience than growing straight hair. The curl shrinkage can make it difficult to determine the true hair length. Some curlies feel like their hair never grows. A few may be right because of breakage.
Can Curly Hair Grow Long?

Yes, curly hair can grow long just like any other hair type. On average, all hair grows half an inch a month. Curly hair can appear shorter because the strands curl up or appear to “shrink”, making the monthly growth less obvious. Curlies must gain at least a few inches before the curls appear longer.

Why Does Curly Hair Break Off Easily?

Curly hair is more fragile than straight or wavy hair because the cuticle naturally remains somewhat raised. When a hair cuticle is raised, the strand is more vulnerable to split ends and breakage.

According the curly hair expert Ouidad, the majority of curlies have fine hair. Fine hair is fragile and more prone to damage without the right care.

Unfortunately, many curlies believe they have coarse hair because the raised hair cuticle feels rough and frizzes issues. This leads to the use of harsh hair products for a stronger hair type.

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