Hair Porosity

Low Porosity Hair Care

Low porosity hair has tightly closed cuticles that resist moisture absorption. Products tend to sit on top rather than penetrate. Focus on lightweight, water-based products and heat treatments to open the cuticle.

Best Products for Low Porosity Hair

Routine Recommendations

For low porosity hair, focus on lightweight, water-based products and heat treatments.

How do I know if I have low porosity hair?

The float test is the simplest method: drop a clean hair strand in room temperature water and observe where it floats.

What products work best for low porosity hair?

Low porosity hair benefits from lightweight, water-based products.

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