Hair Porosity and it’s Type
                     Hair Porosity and it’s Type
 
Black Hair Porosity is not a term you will come across every day. We are often so preoccupied with 
determining our hair type, curl type, hair density, and so on that we rarely consider hair porosity. We tend to 
adopt a negative attitude about the brands we use when our products don't appear to produce the 
anticipated effects. It is crucial to ensure that the brands we choose are chemical-free, natural, and good for 
your hair's general health. But you must know that to create the best routine for your natural hair, its 
porosity type should be considered. For natural hair to flourish, moisture is crucial, and porosity is essential 
to ensure moisture gets to the center of the hair shaft. Here is a short crash course in porosity so that you 
can understand it better.
What is Hair Porosity?
 
Your hair's porosity relates to its capacity to take in and hold moisture. The cuticle, a supple outer layer 
of hair, impacts this because it controls how easily oils and moisture may enter and exit your hair. 
Although external factors like exposure, heat treatment, and chemical processing might impact, porosity 
is mainly hereditary. Knowing your hair's porosity might make it simpler to select the products that will 
keep your hair nourished, strong, supple, and shiny.
 
Hair porosity is typically classified into three categories:
Low porosity: Cuticles that are close together.
Medium porosity: Cuticles that are less tightly bound.
High porosity: Cuticles that are more widely spaced
Hair Porosity Test at home
 
Natural Hair Porosity can be effortlessly tested or you can take hair consultation. Try hair porosity check after washing 
the product and buildup from your strands to get the most accurate result. To examine your hair's porosity at home, you 
need a glass of water (preferably clear). Once you have finished combing your hair to remove any shedding hair, please 
take one of your shed strands and place it into the glass of water. Hair with low porosity floats in water. Medium porosity 
hair will float and then start to sink gradually. Hair with high porosity will quickly sink.
The characteristics of Low Porosity hair 
 Hair products typically sit on your hair and are difficult to absorb.
 When washing your hair, it's challenging to get the water wholly saturated.
 Your hair takes a very long time to air dry.
 
Low porosity hair is particularly prone to buildup from deep conditioning products rich in protein, which makes it feel like 
straw. Use gentle heat and protein-free deep conditioning treatments to help release the tightly bound cuticle. AVOID 
protein-containing daily conditioners and humectants like glycerin or honey.
TLP hair porosity products recommended for low porosity hair: NiceThing, Loving You, Touch of Love, Bounce Back
The characteristics of medium porosity hair
 Your hair is manageable and holds styles well for a long time.
 Your hair accepts color well.
 Your hair frequently appears glossy & healthy.
 Air drying your hair doesn't take too long.
A minimal amount of maintenance is needed for hair with a medium porosity. Although proteins shouldn't be used daily, 
medium porosity hair can benefit from occasional deep conditioning treatments utilizing protein conditioners.
 
The Characteristics of High Porosity Hair
 Your hair absorbs water and other hydrating treatments quickly.
 Your hair frequently breaks.
 Your hair frequently becomes dry and frizzy.
 Your hair can air dry in a short period.
 
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