How to know your hair porosity


Hair porosity refers to how well your hair absorbs and retains moisture. There are three main levels of porosity: low, medium, and high. To determine your hair porosity, you can use the following methods:


1. The Float Test

• Take a few strands of clean, dry hair (no product or oil on it).

• Fill a glass or bowl with room-temperature water.

• Drop the hair strands into the water and wait 2–4 minutes.

• Low porosity: Hair floats on top, as the cuticles are tightly closed and resist absorbing water.

• Medium porosity: Hair slowly sinks to the middle, as it absorbs a balanced amount of water.

• High porosity: Hair quickly sinks to the bottom, as it absorbs water easily due to open or damaged cuticles.


2. The Slip Test

• Run your fingers up a strand of hair from the tip to the root.

• Low porosity: Hair feels smooth, indicating tightly closed cuticles.

• Medium porosity: Hair feels slightly textured, indicating healthy cuticles.

• High porosity: Hair feels rough or uneven, indicating raised or damaged cuticles.


3. Water Spritz Test

• Spray water onto a section of your dry hair.

• Low porosity: Water beads up on the surface and takes time to absorb.

• Medium porosity: Water absorbs fairly quickly.

• High porosity: Water is absorbed immediately.


4. Observation Method

• Low porosity: Your hair takes a long time to get wet and dry. Products tend to sit on your hair rather than absorb.

• Medium porosity: Your hair holds styles well, absorbs products effectively, and dries at a moderate pace.

• High porosity: Your hair dries quickly but is prone to frizz, tangles, or feeling dry despite using products.


By understanding your hair porosity, you can tailor your hair care routine to better suit your needs. For instance:

• Low porosity: Use lightweight, water-based products and incorporate heat to help with moisture absorption.

• High porosity: Focus on heavier moisturizers and sealing oils to lock in hydration and repair damage.


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