types of hair according to prosity
Hair porosity refers to your hair’s ability to absorb and retain moisture. It is typically categorized into three types: low, medium (normal), and high porosity. Each type has different characteristics and care needs.
🔹 1. Low Porosity Hair
Description:The cuticles are tightly packed and lie flat.
Moisture has a hard time entering the hair shaft.
Once moisture is in, it tends to stay.
Characteristics:
Water beads up on the hair rather than absorbing quickly.
Takes a long time to dry.
Products tend to sit on top of the hair rather than absorb.
Prone to product buildup.
Best Practices:
Use lightweight, water-based products.
Use heat (like a warm towel or steamer) to help open the cuticle for deep conditioning.
Avoid heavy oils and butters.
2. Medium (Normal) Porosity Hair
Description:
The cuticles are looser and more flexible, allowing moisture to enter and stay in the hair shaft efficiently.
Characteristics:
Hair holds styles well.
Accepts color and treatments easily.
Doesn’t take too long to dry.
Balanced moisture retention.
Best Practices:
Maintain with regular deep conditioning.
Avoid over-processing with heat or chemicals to keep porosity stable.
3. High Porosity Hair
Description:The cuticles are lifted or damaged, allowing moisture to enter and leave the hair shaft quickly.
Often caused by heat styling, chemical processing, or environmental damage.
Characteristics:
Hair absorbs water quickly but also loses it quickly.
Dries very fast.
Prone to frizz and breakage.
Tangles easily.
Best Practices:
Use heavier products like creams, butters, and oils to seal in moisture.
Protein treatments can help strengthen the cuticle.
Avoid excessive heat or harsh che
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