As a relative "Newbie" to the LHCF, I certainly do not wish to offend any of you ladies with respect to the hair type categories.
Having said the aforementioned, I honestly cannot get hung up personally on such nomenclature. All I know is that I have Afro-Caribbean hair, of a fine texture, which is relaxed. From there, I attempt to purchase products which meet the needs of hair that is relaxed and fine.
With regard to hair styles, I take into account the following: face shape, hair texture, and lifestyle, in that order.
Just another perspective.
northernbelle