Hair Porosity Quiz

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Quiz Questions

1.
Do you currently have chemically treated hair such as a relaxer, texturizer, or permanent dye?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
2.
When you wash your hair, how long does it take for your hair to absorb water? (How long does it take for your hair to get fully penetrated)
- A.
  It takes a few minutes
- B.
  It absorbs quickly
- C.
  It's not immediate, but it's not long either
3.
How does your hair feel after shampooing?
- A.
  Dry
- B.
  Soft
- C.
  Heavy and limp
4.
How long does it take for your hair to fully air dry?
- A.
  It takes a long time
- B.
  Fairly quickly
- C.
  It dries in a decent amount of time
5.
What do you notice about your hair when it is manipulated while wet?
- A.
  It breaks off
- B.
  It stretches but lacks bounce
- C.
  Full of bounce and elasticity
6.
How does product (e.g. Styling creams, leave in conditioners) absorb into your hair?
- A.
  The product sits on my hair for some time before it absorbs into my strands
- B.
  Absorbs almost immediately into my hair

Quiz Outcomes

1.
YOUR HAIR IS: LOW POROSITY
Low porosity hair has compact cuticles that overlap over each other making it harder for water and other products to deliver moisture into the hair shaft.Here are 11 Low porosity hair characteristics:Hair takes time to get wet Products tend to sit on the hair Heat is needed for better moisture absorption High tendency for product build up on the hair Hair takes time to dryWater beads up on hair Higher probability of getting dandruff Hair resists color treatments Hair needs to be clarified for better moisture retention Hair reacts better to humectants Resists conditionersSign up for our free newsletter to get access to tips and videos on how to take care of your hair!
2.
YOUR HAIR IS: NORMAL POROSITY
There are some signs of medium porosity hair, from how it interacts with water and products, to how it takes up color. When you spray some water on a clean, product-free strand, the water will form some beads but then easily sink into the hairThe hair is easy to manage and styleThe hair gets wet easilyIt doesn’t take too long to dry the hairThe hair takes and holds color quite easily but it doesn’t stain with semi-permanent dyesClarify frequently to avoid reaching an unbalanced stateMake sure to do frequent moisturizing and strengthening hair treatments to maintain your hair healthTry a multi-step routine, but use lightweight productsExperiment with several protein-rich products to find out your perfect protein moisture balanceSign up for our free newsletter to get access to tips and videos on how to take care of your hair!
3.
YOUR HAIR IS: HIGH POROSITY
Porosity is the measure of your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture.If you have high porosity hair, you'll find that your hair absorbs moisture as well as hair products quickly. However, it loses that moisture fast which makes the hair look and feel dry. You will also find that your hair tangles easily in humid weather but becomes frizzy, dry and brittle during hot weather. This results in hair breakage.How to take care of high porosity hairTaking care of high porosity hair is not hard. Once you identify what it needs, you’ll be able to maintain healthy hair with ease. Here are 7 things you should do.1. Be gentle on your hairAs a start, ensure that you only wash your hair with lukewarm water. You should avoid hot water since it enlarges the holes in the hair cuticles thus increasing the porosity. When it comes to drying your hair, use a cotton t-shirt instead of a towel. A t-shirt is gentle and will reduce the amount of frizz on your hair and reduce breakage. Finally, avoid manipulating your hair often by putting it in a protective style that works for you.2. Go slow on the chemicalsChemicals strip your hair of moisture thus making high porosity hair worse. To avoid this, reduce the amount of chemicals you use on your hair. This means that you should stay away from dyes and hair products that contain sodium laureth sulfates, sulfates, parabens and silicones. If you have to do any kind of chemical treatments, have it done by a professional. This way, you'll avoid inflicting more damage to your hair.3. Deep Condition your hair oftenDeep conditioning restores moisture to the hair. Ensure that you deep condition your high porosity hair every time you wash it, preferably on a weekly basis. So, if deep conditioning is not already part of your hair care routine, you need to start it now!4. Use less heat on your hairHigh heat is not good for all hair types. However, if your hair has high porosity, heat damage is more likely to occur. It is therefore advisable to stay away from heat if you can. If this is not an option for you, always make sure that you use a heat protecting product when applying heat on your hair. You should also use styling appliances on their lower setting to reduce heat intensity. Sure, it might take a longer to achieve your desired style, but it will be gentle on your hair.5. Use products that are rich in moisture (thick products)Moisturizing is an essential part of every hair care regimen. When it comes to high porosity hair, moisture is critical. Since this type of hair loses moisture fast, it is best to use thick hair products. These include thick leave-in conditioners and hair butters.6. Protein treatmentsProtein treatments should be done on a monthly basis. It helps restore the structure of the hair strands by sealing up the holes on the cuticle. Always get your protein treatment done by a professional hair stylist. If you do it yourself, follow the instructions given to the letter. If not done the right way, protein treatments end up inflicting more damage to your hair.7. Seal with butters and oils (L.O.C)Sign up for our free newsletter to get access to tips and videos on how to take care of your hair!