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Low-porosity hair can often feel like a mysteryproducts just seem to slide right off and dryness seems inevitable.
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It’s important to note that low-porosity occurs in all hair types and curl patterns.
In other words, moisture can’t easily get in or out.
Trust us, once you find the right formulas, your strands will be impossibly smooth and healthy.
Infused with glycerin, ceramides, and panthenol, these ingredients attract and retain moisture without weighing down hair.
The shampoo forms a barrier against humidity while keeping moisture in.
It also minimizes frizz and helps define curls.
The DpHue Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Rinse gently removes residue without stripping the hair of essential moisture.
Unlike traditional clarifying products, this rinse won’t strip essential moisture and helps balance the scalp’s pH.
Infused with nourishing guava extract, it hydrates and softens while maintaining volume.
The formula also contains blue agave and avocado oil to help reduce breakage and split ends.
Another stand-out feature of this leave-in is ithe ability to penetrate the hair shaft without leaving a greasy residue.
The gentle formula is great for daily use, leaving hair healthy, hydrated, and bouncy.
Hydrolyzed rice protein is another stand-out ingredient that promotes healthier hair.
Additionally, sweet almond oil nourishes the scalp and helps prevent dryness.
The creamy texture allows for easy software, ensuring the product coats the hair evenly without feeling heavy.
It seals in moisture and creates soft, flexible curls that maintain their volume and shine.
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Low-porosity hair is typically more resistant to absorbing moisturizing products.
As a result, people with low-porosity hair often struggle to maintain hydration, leading to dryness and frizz.
What ingredients are good for low-porosity hair?
It’s essential for low-porosity hair products to include ingredients that are easily absorbed into the cuticle.
“Coconut oil is one of the few oils that has shown penetration into hair,” King confirms.
Other shaft-penetrating oils suitable for low-porosity hair are argan oil and olive oil.
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