Low porosity

Low-porosity hair generally has very tight cuticles. Water and treatments therefore have more difficulty penetrating the hair fiber.

Here are some common signs:

• water remains on the surface of the hair for a long time before soaking in;
• it takes a long time for the hair to become completely wet;
• products seem to sit on top of the hair rather than penetrating it;
• hair can appear dry despite the application of treatments;
• roots or lengths become weighed down quickly;
• product residue can build up on the fiber.

Porosity can vary depending on different areas of the hair and the condition of the hair. These signs are therefore indicators, not a definitive diagnosis.

For low-porosity hair, the ideal approach is to build a simple, hydrating, and progressive routine without weighing down the lengths.

You can incorporate:

• Ambunu to gently cleanse the hair;
• Hydrating & strengthening hair tea to provide hydration;
• Hair honey to help maintain suppleness;
• Kaylabé deep conditioners for deep treatments;
• Hibiscus beauty vinegar, used occasionally when hair looks dull or loaded with residue;
• Douceur Verte or a hair butter, applied in small amounts to protect the lengths and prevent dehydration.

Always start with a small amount of product. If the hair becomes heavy, sticky, or loses its volume, space out the applications or reduce the quantity used.

A suitable routine can follow these steps:

1. Cleanse the hair
Use Ambunu to remove impurities and residue without excessive aggressive washing.

2. Perform a deep treatment
Apply a Kaylabé deep conditioner to clean hair. Let it sit with gentle heat or a heating cap if your hair responds well to this type of treatment.

3. Rehydrate the lengths
Spray the Hydrating & Strengthening Hair Tea onto slightly damp hair.

4. Add suppleness
Apply a small amount of Hair Honey to help retain moisture.

5. Seal in the treatment if necessary
Finish with a small amount of Douceur Verte, hair butter, or serum, depending on your hair's needs. Low-porosity hair does not always require a large amount of oils or butters.

The frequency depends on the condition of your hair. Start with a light routine, then adjust based on its suppleness, feel, and ability to retain moisture.

Low-porosity hair can have trouble absorbing water and treatments, especially when products are applied in excessive amounts or on hair that is not damp enough.

To promote hydration:

• apply treatments to clean, slightly damp hair;
• favor light textures and small amounts;
• use warm water or steam to help the cuticles soften;
• avoid layering too many products;
• clarify the hair regularly when residue builds up.

Kaylabé Hydrating & Strengthening Hair Tea can be used to rehydrate the hair, while Hair Honey helps maintain a feeling of softness and hydration. For deep conditioning, gentle heat can promote better penetration of the mask.

Yes, but it is best to use them in moderation.

Oils and butters can help protect the lengths, limit dehydration, and improve suppleness. However, using too much can leave a film on the hair and make it feel heavy.

For low-porosity hair:

• use a small amount;
• apply butters to hydrated hair;
• avoid layering too many products;
• observe how your hair reacts after each application;
• cleanse appropriately when the hair feels weighed down.

The right product is one that leaves hair supple, soft, and easy to style, without weighing it down.