Hair Porosity Test

Hair Porosity Quiz

Discover your hair porosity level and get personalized product recommendations.

What Is Hair Porosity?

Hair porosity refers to your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. It's determined by the condition of your hair cuticle.

There are three main types: low, medium, and high porosity. Each type requires different product approaches and routines.

The Float Test

The simplest way to test your hair porosity at home:

  1. Fill a glass with room temperature water
  2. Drop a clean strand of hair into the water
  3. Wait 2-3 minutes
  4. Observe where the hair floats
  • Floats at the top: Low porosity
  • Floats in the middle: Medium porosity
  • Sinks to the bottom: High porosity

Take the Quiz

Answer 5 questions to determine your hair porosity level and get personalized recommendations.

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