Heavy creams, thick oils, and butters are the enemies of low porosity hair. These products tend to sit on the surface of your hair and cause buildup, making it harder for moisture to get through. Heat can be a game-changer for low porosity hair!
Hey guys, in this video, I wanted to share my experience on certain ingredients that I avoid or minimize the use of to maintain healthy Low Porosity Natural Hair. Ingredients to avoid for Low Porosity Hair: Sulfates Non Water Soluble Silicones Waxes/Petrolatum/Mineral Oil Short Chain Alcohols Proteins (Large Size) Coc.
Heavy oils (e.g., castor oil): These can weigh down low-porosity hair and contribute to buildup. Sulfates: These harsh cleansers can strip hair of natural oils and moisture. Parabens: These preservatives can irritate the scalp and contribute to buildup.
However, certain oils can actually exacerbate low porosity issues. Many oils, such as coconut oil, castor oil, and olive oil, are hydrophobic, meaning they repel water. When applied to low porosity hair, these oils can coat the cuticles, forming a barrier that prevents water molecules from entering the hair shaft.
The simple answer is that you should moisturize low porosity hair whenever it feels dry. Usually, a couple of times a week works for extra-dry hair. For everyone else, once a week should do the trick.
Caring for low-porosity hair means recognizing its unique traits and selecting the right products and techniques to promote hair growth. Opt for sulfate-free shampoos, deep conditioners, and lightweight oils, and use them properly to keep hair hydrated and healthy.
We recommend Marroco Golden Plus shampoo, which is beneficial for low porosity and chemically treated damaged hair. Low-porosity hair needs moisture. Thick conditioners can be heavy and difficult to penetrate.
Cold water is often suggested to close cuticles. However, hair with low porosity benefits more from warm water.
Low porosity hair: The cuticles in low porosity hair are tightly packed together, this makes it difficult for moisture to enter the hair shaft. Due to this, pure coconut oil may not be beneficial to this porosity type.
Lighter Oils: Use lighter oils like grapeseed or argan oil for your pre-poo treatment, as they can penetrate low porosity hair more easily than heavier oils.
Here are some things that low porosity hair should avoid: Products with silicones: Silicones can create a barrier on the hair, making it difficult for moisture to penetrate. Look for products that are silicone-free or use water-soluble silicones.
This means that low porosity hair is practically resistant to moisture. It is very difficult for water (or other hydrating ingredients) to be absorbed into the hair to keep it moisturized. This means low porosity hair tends to be very dry (more on that below).
A: The best product ingredients for low porosity hair include humectants (e.g., glycerin, aloe vera, and honey), lightweight oils (e.g., grapeseed oil, argan oil, and jojoba oil), and penetrating ingredients (e.g., coconut oil, rice amino acids).
In fact, over-washing low porosity hair can actually strip it of its natural oils and make it more prone to dryness. As a general rule, low porosity hair should be washed no more than once a week or every two weeks. However, this can vary depending on your individual hair needs and lifestyle.
Stick to lighter, non-greasy products that won't weigh down your hair. Opt for aloe vera: Aloe vera juice or gel is a fantastic natural moisturizer for low porosity hair. You can use it as a leave-in, or mix it with water in a spray bottle for a refreshing hydration mist.
The upside to having low porosity hair is that once moisture gets in, it's easy to keep it in. But its hydrating repelling properties typically mean that your hair is often dry. The LCO method (leave-in, cream, oil) can help hydrate low porosity hair types.
Low porosity hair requires special care when it comes to moisturizing, as the hair cuticles are tightly closed and can make it difficult for moisture to penetrate. As a general guideline, you should aim to moisturize low porosity hair every 2-3 days, or as needed based on how your hair feels.
But low porosity hair types benefit most from LIGHT leave-ins, like Olaplex's vegan creme. Its bond-building technology strengthens and hydrates all hair types.
We tend to think of curly hair as dense and prone to dryness. Low porosity curls tend to be looser, wavy, or S-shaped. The curls are distinct with a tight, flat cuticle that prevents moisture from entering and exiting the hair. This is why low porosity hair can often look limp or flat.