What Is Low Porosity Hair — And How To Care For It
Written by Sanya HamdaniDec 03, 2020
Just like understanding your skin type is important to develop the right skincare routine, learning about your hair is vital too. Now, whether you have read about hair porosity before or are reading about it for the first time here, it's something that will help you learn a lot about the structure of your hair.
Hair porosity can be high, medium or low. You can learn how to test the porosity of your hair here. In this article, we will tell you about low hair porosity and the right way to care for it.
The cuticle is the outermost layer of your hair. In case of low porosity hair, the cuticles are densely packed and have no space between them. This means water, oils and conditioners can’t penetrate easily. This hair type is not able to retain moisture and therefore, can appear dry, damaged and lifeless.
How to care for low porosity hair?
Apply a nourishing hair mask
A nourishing hair mask is a must for those with low hair porosity. It helps infuse moisture into the hair and prevent dryness. The Tresemme Keratin Smooth Deep Smoothing Mask deeply hydrates and moisturises dry, rough hair and controls frizz. Apply the mask at least once a week on wet hair and cover it with a hot, wet towel for best results.
Indulge in hot oil treatments
Hot oil treatments are recommended for all hair types, but those with low hair porosity hair should do it more frequently. Before every hair wash sesh, apply some warm coconut, olive or avocado oil in your hair. Warming up the oil before application ensures better penetration into the hair cuticles.
Cover your hair
To prevent further dryness and keep the moisture locked in your hair, make it a habit to cover your hair. Wear a scarf or hat Before stepping out in the sun and wrap your hair into a silk scarf at night to prevent it from getting dry and damaged.
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Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.
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Written by Sanya Hamdani on Dec 03, 2020
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.