Understanding your hair porosity is the foundation of building an effective hair care routine. Hair porosity refers to your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture, and knowing yours can transform how you care for your curls, coils, and waves.
Why Hair Porosity Matters
Your hair's porosity level determines which products will work best for you, how often you need to moisturize, and what techniques will give you the healthiest, most vibrant hair. Using products formulated for your specific porosity level means better moisture retention, less frizz, and stronger, more resilient hair.
The Simple Float Test
The easiest way to determine your hair porosity is the float test:
- Take a clean strand of hair (make sure it's free of products)
- Fill a glass with room temperature water
- Drop the strand into the water
- Wait 2-4 minutes and observe
Low Porosity: Hair floats on top or sinks very slowly
Medium Porosity: Hair floats in the middle of the glass
High Porosity: Hair sinks quickly to the bottom
Your Porosity-Specific Product Checklist
Once you know your porosity level, here are the essential OrganiGrow products formulated specifically for your hair:
Low Porosity Hair
☐ Hair Dew - Low Porosity Leave In
☐ Re-DO PrePoo Low Porosity
☐ Stimulating Scalp Beverage LOW POROSITY WITH BLACK SEED OIL
☐ Curling Custard Gel Low to Medium Porosity
Medium Porosity Hair
☐ Stimulating Scalp Beverage - Medium Porosity with Black Seed Oil
☐ Curling Custard Gel Low to Medium Porosity
☐ Mega Mangrow Moisture Milk
High Porosity Hair
☐ Hair Dew – Medium/High Porosity Leave In
☐ Re-DO PrePoo Medium/High Porosity
☐ Stimulating Scalp Beverage – High with Black Seed Oil
☐ Curling Custard Gel Medium to High Porosity
All Porosity Types
☐ GrowPoo Moisturizing Shampoo
☐ GrowPoo Clarifying Shampoo
☐ The Condish (Protein)
☐ The Condish (Protein Free Conditioner)
☐ Vegan Texture Butter
☐ Grow Glaze Flax Gel & Edge Control
Real Results from Real Customers
"After 6 weeks of using the Low Porosity Hair Dew and Re-DO PrePoo, my hair finally holds moisture! Before, products would just sit on top of my hair. Now my curls are defined and hydrated all week long." - Jasmine T.
"I have high porosity hair from years of heat damage. The High Porosity Hair Dew and Stimulating Scalp Beverage have been game-changers. My hair feels stronger, and I'm retaining so much more length!" - Keisha M.
"The Medium Porosity Scalp Beverage helped me grow 3 inches in 4 months! My edges are filling in, and my hair has never been this healthy." - Tanya R.
Understanding Low Porosity Hair
Low porosity hair has tightly closed cuticles that resist moisture absorption. This hair type often experiences product buildup and takes longer to dry. The key is using lightweight, water-based products that can penetrate the cuticle layer.
Best practices for low porosity:
- Use heat when deep conditioning to help open the cuticles
- Apply products to damp (not soaking wet) hair
- Choose lightweight oils like grapeseed or argan
- Clarify regularly to prevent buildup
- Use our Re-DO PrePoo Low Porosity before shampooing to protect and prepare your strands
Understanding Medium Porosity Hair
Medium porosity hair is the most balanced hair type. The cuticles are slightly raised, allowing moisture to enter and stay locked in without much effort. This hair type typically requires the least maintenance and responds well to most products.
Best practices for medium porosity:
- Maintain your hair's natural balance with regular deep conditioning
- Use moderate amounts of protein treatments
- Protect hair from heat and environmental damage
- Seal in moisture with medium-weight oils
- Try our Mega Mangrow Moisture Milk for perfect moisture balance
Understanding High Porosity Hair
High porosity hair has gaps and holes in the cuticle layer, often from chemical processing, heat damage, or environmental factors. This hair type absorbs moisture quickly but loses it just as fast, leading to dryness and frizz.
Best practices for high porosity:
- Use heavier, butter-based products to seal in moisture
- Apply the LOC method (Liquid, Oil, Cream) for maximum moisture retention
- Incorporate regular protein treatments to fill gaps in the cuticle
- Use cool water for final rinses to help close the cuticles
- Layer products starting with Hair Dew – Medium/High Porosity Leave In for optimal hydration
Complete Porosity-Specific Bundles
Take the guesswork out of building your routine with our curated bundles:
Low Porosity:
Grow Gold Bundle (Low Porosity)
Grow Platinum Bundle (Low Porosity)
Grow Diamond Bundle (Low Porosity)
Medium Porosity:
Grow Gold Bundle (Medium Porosity)
Grow Platinum Bundle (Medium Porosity)
Grow Diamond Bundle (Medium Porosity)
High Porosity:
Grow Gold Bundle (High Porosity)
Grow Platinum Bundle (High Porosity)
Grow Diamond Bundle (High Porosity)
Boost Your Results from Within
While external care is crucial, supporting your hair from the inside makes a significant difference. Our Grow N Glow Hair Skin Nails Anti Aging Multivitamins provide essential nutrients that promote healthy hair growth, stronger strands, and improved overall hair health regardless of your porosity type.
Your Hair Journey Starts Here
Understanding your hair porosity is the first step toward achieving your healthiest, most beautiful hair. With the right porosity-specific products and techniques, you'll see improved moisture retention, better product performance, and stronger, more resilient hair.
Ready to transform your hair care routine? Start with the float test today, then explore our porosity-specific collections designed to give your hair exactly what it needs to thrive.
All OrganiGrow products are: Organic • Vegan • Cruelty-Free • SLS-Free • Paraben-Free • No Synthetic Fragrance • Made in the USA
