Understanding Your Hair Porosity
When it comes to textured hair, porosity is a game-changer. But what is porosity? Simply put, it’s your hair’s ability to absorb and retain moisture. Think of your hair as a sponge—some sponges soak up water quickly but lose it just as fast, while others take longer to absorb but hold onto moisture for longer.
Porosity depends on the structure of your hair’s cuticle, which is the outermost layer of each strand. In healthy hair, the cuticle forms a protective barrier, but factors like genetics, heat styling, and chemical treatments can alter its structure, affecting how your hair interacts with moisture and products.
Porosity is categorised into three levels:
- Low Porosity: The cuticles are tightly packed, making it difficult for moisture to penetrate. Hair tends to feel smooth but may struggle to absorb oils or creams, leading to product buildup.
- Medium (Normal) Porosity: The cuticles are slightly raised, allowing moisture to enter and exit at a balanced rate. Hair is relatively easy to style and maintain.
- High Porosity: The cuticles are more open, which means hair absorbs moisture quickly but also loses it just as fast. This type of hair is prone to dryness, frizz, and breakage if not properly cared for.
Knowing your hair porosity can revolutionise the way you care for your hair, helping you choose products and techniques that align with its needs.
Why Porosity Matters
Imagine spending time and money on hair products, only to find they don’t deliver the results you were hoping for. The secret might not be the products themselves but how well they match your hair’s porosity.
- Low Porosity Hair often needs lightweight products that won’t just sit on the surface. A good cleansing routine is essential to remove buildup and ensure your hair can fully absorb moisture.
- High Porosity Hair, on the other hand, thrives on heavier, moisture-locking products like creams, butters, and oils. These help to seal the cuticle and retain hydration, keeping dryness and breakage at bay.
Porosity also affects how your hair responds to external factors like weather. High porosity hair may puff up in humid conditions, while low porosity hair can feel dry in the same environment. Understanding your hair’s porosity gives you the tools to adapt and take control, ensuring your hair looks and feels its best every day.
By knowing your porosity, you can create a routine that caters to your hair’s needs—nourishing it where it needs hydration, strengthening it where it needs protection, and styling it in ways that enhance your beauty.
Find Your Match with the SUKU Essentials Kit
At organic SUKU, we’ve taken the guesswork out of hair care. Our SUKU Essentials Kit is thoughtfully designed with two collections: one for high-porosity hair and another for low-porosity hair. Not sure which collection is right for you? Take our quick and easy quiz to discover your porosity and find the perfect products to treat, prep, and style your hair.
Ready to Take the Quiz?
The path to your best hair day starts with understanding your texture. Take the porosity quiz now and start treating your hair with the care it truly deserves!
