Understanding Hair Porosity: A Guide for the Clients
Hair porosity refers to how well your hair absorbs and retains moisture. Understanding your hair’s porosity can help you choose the right products and treatments to maintain healthy and beautiful hair.
Types of Hair Porosity
1. Low Porosity Hair
- Cuticles are tightly packed, making it difficult for moisture to penetrate.
- Water tends to sit on the hair rather than being absorbed quickly.
- Products may build up on the hair rather than soaking in.
- Hair takes longer to dry after washing.
Care Tips:
- Use lightweight, water-based products.
- Apply heat (like a warm towel or steamer) to help open the cuticle.
- Avoid heavy creams and oils that can sit on top of the hair.
2. Medium Porosity Hair
- Cuticles are slightly open, allowing for balanced moisture absorption and retention.
- Hair absorbs products well without excessive buildup.
- It holds styles well and retains hydration longer.
Care Tips:
- Use a balanced mix of moisture and protein treatments.
- Regular deep conditioning keeps hair healthy.
- Avoid excessive heat styling to maintain hair’s integrity.
3. High Porosity Hair
- Cuticles are widely open or damaged, causing hair to absorb moisture quickly but lose it just as fast.
- Hair may appear frizzy, dry, or prone to breakage.
- Often seen in chemically treated or heat-damaged hair.
Care Tips:
- Use thicker, creamy moisturizers and seal with oils.
- Protein treatments help strengthen the hair.
- Avoid excessive heat and harsh chemicals.
How to Test Your Hair Porosity
One simple test is the Water Test:
- Take a clean strand of hair and place it in a glass of water.
- If it floats, you have low porosity hair.
- If it slowly sinks, you have medium porosity hair.
- If it sinks quickly, you have high porosity hair.
Understanding your hair’s porosity can help you find the best care routine to keep your hair strong, healthy, and radiant!
- Alice (KDO By Chantou)
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