Introduction

Have you ever noticed that when you pour water on your hair, it does not get absorbed in the hair? Applying conditioner does not make any difference to the hair, the hair remains dry even after every day? So I think your hair is of low porosity and you must get it checked.

Do not worry at all, I will tell you in this article what is low porosity hair?

How can you test it at home?

And most importantly, how to take proper care of hair?

What is Low Porosity Hair?

First of all, understand that porosity means: the ability of your hair to absorb moisture.

In low porosity hair, there are small layers on the surface of the hair called cuticles like the skin of a plant which are hard, so water and products do not penetrate.

🔍 Identification:

Water stays on top of the hair.

Hair products are not absorbed on the cuticle and do not penetrate.

Hair starts becoming dry.

Hair care treatments work with difficulty.

🧪 Simple Porosity Test at Home:

Take out one of your hairs with a brush which has no oil or any other product applied on it.

Put water in a glass and put the hair in it.

Result:

If the hair comes on the surface of water then it is low porosity.

If it stays in the middle, then it is medium porosity.

If it sinks below, then it is high porosity.

Problems of Low Porosity Hair

Oil or any product does not reach the roots, only then the hair becomes dry

Hair becomes protein sensitive, hair becomes hard due to protein and after this the hair becomes very rough, dull and frizzy.

  Care Tips for Low Porosity Hair

Do This:
🟢 Use Heat:
Using a steamer or towel after conditioning removes the cuticle layer.
🟢 Clarify: Use mild shampoo twice a week to remove product build-up.
🟢 Lightweight Products: Use light weight oils like jojoba and argon oil
🟢 Wash with Warm Water: If you use a little hot water, the cuticles will open and the moisture will reach the roots

Don’t Do This:
🔴 Avoid heavy masks, creams and thick products. These stay on the surface and do not reach the roots.
🔴 Stay away from getting too many protein treatments as this makes the hair dry and stiff.
🔴 Overuse of cold water rinse — Using too much cold water makes the cuticles hard and the moisture does not reach the roots

💡 Styling Tips

Deep condition with heat once a week.

Make braids and tie them in a bun, this helps the products to get absorbed till the roots.

Don’t overload products – do not apply too much product.

Sleep on satin pillowcase – frizz and dryness is reduced.

❤️ Conclusion
Low porosity hair is a gift from nature, just a little love and care is needed. By making a little change in your routine, your hair can become soft, healthy and shiny.

Remember: you and your hair are unique.