CurlsBotNormal Porosity Hair
Normal porosity hair has a healthy cuticle layer that allows for balanced moisture absorption and retention. This type of hair is generally easier to maintain and style.
Characteristics
- Requires minimal time to get wet and dry
- Holds styles well
- Takes color treatments well
- Maintains healthy shine
- Products absorb well without buildup
Care Tips
- Maintain balance with regular conditioning
- Use a variety of products as hair can handle most types
- Regular trims to maintain health
- Protect hair during heat styling
- Deep condition occasionally for maintenance
Recommended Products
1. Cleanse
Choose your cleansing products based on your porosity needs
shampoos
Cleansers that remove buildup and oil from your hair. Essential for low-porosity hair and should be used on other porosity types at least occasionally.
Innersense
Kristin Ess
2. Condition
Build your moisture routine
conditioners
Products that add moisture and help detangle hair. Almost everyone needs conditioner!
Innersense
Innersense
MopTop
3. Enhance Curls/Waves
Choose 1-2 products to enhance your natural curl pattern
creams
Rich moisturizers that help define and shape curls, and provide a barrier to protect against moisture loss. Essential for high-porosity hair. May weigh down low-porosity hair.
MopTop
4. Hold
Lock in your style
gels
Styling products that provide hold and definition. Useful for all porosity types.
Innersense
Innersense
MopTop
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