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[hairluvvcollective]

Hair 101: Understanding Your Hair Type, Curl Pattern & Porosity

Hey there, hair Luva! Have you ever wondered why some people have straight hair while others have curls that bounce like springs? Or why some hair drinks up moisture while others stay dry no matter how much oil you add? Let’s break it all down—super simple, so everyone, from kids to grown-ups, can understand!

1. Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly & Coily

Think of hair like a road. Some roads are straight, some have little curves, and others have big loops and twists. That’s how hair works too!

• Straight Hair (Type 1) → No bends, just smooth and straight. Think of a slide at the park!

• Wavy Hair (Type 2) → A little curve, like ocean waves on a calm day.

• Curly Hair (Type 3) → Defined curls, like a spring that bounces back when you pull it!

• Coily Hair (Type 4) → Super tight curls or zigzags, like a tiny spiral or a fluffy cloud.

💗 Why It Matters: Different hair types need different care. Curly and coily hair need more moisture, while straight hair gets oily faster.

2. Curl Patterns: The Magic Behind Your Curls

Now, let’s go deeper! If you have waves, curls, or coils, they come in different shapes:

• 2A, 2B, 2C (Wavy Hair) → Loose S-shape waves to more defined ones.

• 3A, 3B, 3C (Curly Hair) → Big curls to tight ringlets.

• 4A, 4B, 4C (Coily/Kinky Hair) → Small spirals to tight zigzags that shrink when dry.

💗 Why It Matters: Knowing your curl pattern helps you pick the right products! Looser curls need lightweight products, while tighter curls need thick, rich ones.

3. Hair Porosity: How Thirsty Is Your Hair?

Imagine your hair is a sponge. Some sponges soak up water quickly, while others take forever. That’s porosity—how well your hair absorbs moisture.

• Low Porosity → Hair doesn’t absorb moisture easily. Water and products sit on top instead of soaking in.

• Medium Porosity → Just right! Hair absorbs and holds moisture well.

• High Porosity → Hair drinks up moisture fast but loses it quickly, too—like a leaky cup.

💗 Test Your Hair: Take a strand of clean hair and drop it in a glass of water.

• Floats? Low porosity.

• Sinks slowly? Medium porosity.

• Sinks fast? High porosity.

4. Best Products for Every Hair Type & Porosity

💗 Pro Tip: Click the product names to shop my recommended picks!

For Wavy Hair (2A-2C)

🧚🏾‍♀️ Lightweight Leave-In Conditioner: SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Style Milk

🧚🏾‍♀️ Mousse for Hold & Volume: Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Mousse

🧚🏾‍♀️ Lightweight Oil: OGX Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco

For Curly Hair (3A-3C)

🧚🏾‍♀️ Moisturizing Curl Cream: Camille Rose Curl Luv Moisture Milk

🧚🏾‍♀️ Defining Gel: Eco Styler Olive Oil Gel

🧚🏾‍♀️ Deep Conditioner: Camille Rose Algae Renew Deep Conditioner

For Coily/Kinky Hair (4A-4C)

🧚🏾‍♀️ Thick, Nourishing Butter: Qhemet Biologics Amla & Olive Heavy Cream

🧚🏾‍♀️ Heavy Oil for Sealing Moisture: Jamaican Black Castor Oil

🧚🏾‍♀️ Deep Conditioning Treatment: Aunt Jackie’s Flaxseed Fix My Hair Mask

For Low Porosity Hair

🧚🏾‍♀️ Lightweight Leave-In: Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave-In Conditioner

🧚🏾‍♀️ Hydrating Mist: TGIN Rose Water Curl Refresher

🧚🏾‍♀️ Steam Cap to Open Cuticles: Thermal Heat Cap for Deep Conditioning

For High Porosity Hair

🧚🏾‍♀️ Thick Moisturizing Cream: SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Hair Masque

🧚🏾‍♀️ Protein-Rich Treatment: Aphogee 2-Step Protein Treatment

🧚🏾‍♀️ Sealant Oil: ORS Olive Oil for Strength & Shine

Your hair is unique and beautiful! The more you understand it, the better you can care for it. Whether your hair is straight, wavy, curly, or coily—treat it with Luv, and it’ll Luv you back!

💌 Drop a comment below with your hair type & porosity! Need help choosing products? I got you!

[sriya26]

top 3 lightweight oils for low-porosity hair

Are you tired of struggling to find the right oils for your low-porosity hair? Then I have got you covered, let us explore the best three oils for low-porosity hair!

Jojoba oil: Packed with vitamins and minerals, it moisturizes deeply, fights dandruff, and keeps your scalp healthy. Plus, it tames frizz and delays greying, making it a top choice for low-porosity hair.

Argan oil: It's rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins that repair and rejuvenate hair. This oil absorbs quickly, leaving your hair soft, shiny, and easy to manage. It's a go-to for styling and protection against daily stressors.

Grapeseed oil: It hydrates without leaving a greasy residue, perfect for low-porosity hair. Packed with antioxidants and vitamin E, it promotes healthy growth and shields hair from damage. By sealing moisture in, it minimizes frizz and keeps your hair nourished.

For detailed information on 'why lightweight oils are best suitable for low-porosity hair' check out my blog by clicking here

Whether you’re looking to nourish, repair, or style your locks, these lightweight oils are your go-to solutions for transforming your haircare routine. Embrace the power of nature’s nourishment and elevate your hair game with these top 3 lightweight oils for your low-porosity hair!

[marybrownnaturals]

Introducing Leave-in & Deep Conditioner Sample by Bare Beauty Naturals. This starter Box is an awesome gift for yourself, curl friends or the perfect transition gift for the newly natural, reminding them to love their hair and scalp regularly.

Low porosity hair can be managed by using the California Love Deep Conditioner energy once in a while and using the Roots and Culture leave-in or rinse-out conditioner/moisturizer more often.

Purchase online at https://www.barebeautynaturals.com or check the link on our Instagram Bio!

[melaninglamour]

Food for thought

[brunbouclette]

I can't lie or hide it anymore, I am addicted to hair oils

(completely)

[tressesspunlikesilk]

Another Great leave-in spray for my 4c, Low porosity beauties! very lightweight! doesn't leave build up! and smells amazing.

[necenitaaa]

A lot of women have asked me what are some of my favorite products to use in my hair. This curl love moisture milk from @camillerosenaturals is one of my favorite products to use on my 4c low porosity hair. This keeps my hair moisturized no matter what other products I use with it ❤️ ———————————————————— What are some of your favorite natural hair products? ———————————————————— #camillerose #camillerosenaturals #naturalhairproducts #lowporosityhair #lowporosityhairproducts #twa #twastyles #twahairstyles #naturalhairstyles #naturalhairstyles #naturalhairtips #naturalhairdaily #bigchopjourney #bigchophairstyles #curlsforthegirls #curlspoppin #shorthairstyle #naturallycurly #type4hair #type4naturals (at Houston, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDMZ1g_gvni/?igshid=1n8hmn86wq86l

[hennasooq]

Did someone say waist length hair?! In just a few hours, I’ll be live on our YouTube channel with a brand new video premiere! Just click the link in our bio, hit subscribe and get notified for the 5pm EST premiere. The Ayurvedic Method to Waist Length Hair is a 6 week hair regimen that is perfect for those with delicate hair strands, low porosity hair, relaxed hair and those who still use chemical treatments and dyes. The weekly hair regimens include products you can use as they are, or as DIY treatments infused with other ingredients as Sarah shows you step by step. You’ll be making a hair growth oil, hair elixir, DIY hair treatments infused with honey, rhassoul, coconut milk, aloe vera juice, hibiscus, cocoa and even a bonus face mask. She also shares with you the tools you’ll need for protect your hair for over manipulation and how to avoid breakage. Included in this course are handouts, recipes, how to apply, tools you’ll need to use, weekly steps, #ayurvedichairchallenge and lifetime acesss! Sign up for this course and take $30 off using coupon code: WAISTLENGTH BONUS! Students of this course will also get 50% off the product bundle and hair care journal and planner. Can’t wait to see you in class! What part are you most looking forward to? . . . #ayurvedichaircare #lowporosityhair #finehair #longhair #hairgrowth #waistlength #waistlengthhair #hairgrowthoil #hairelixir #herbalhaircare #diyhair #dryhair #selfcaresunday #washday #longhairdontcare #longhairdocare #hennasooq #aloevera #hibiscus #rhassoulclay #naturalhair #hairgoals #beauty #naturalista #type2hair #healthyhair #healthyhaircare #hairjournal #naturalhairjourney https://www.instagram.com/p/CCRLnBQhU3P/?igshid=kmx1ne5oz6ny

[bittenappletv]

@thermalhaircare #thankyou so much for reaching out to me my #curlyhair is much happier my #curls are #lowporosityhair & getting #moisturizedhair becomes a task. I’m using this a lot. I am going to order the #comicbook #thermalhaircare #haircap https://www.instagram.com/p/B92k0UPH2KJ/?igshid=1uru34lyhlvlj

[lavishcurlsbeauty]

It's time to put a end to dry, thirsty curls with our Moisture Quench Deep conditioner made with Aloe Vera juice, Honey, Slippery elm, and Marshmallow root for a extra boost to lock in moisture while Olive oil and Avocado oil penetrate the hair shaft for added moisture and shine and Hibiscus, Castor oil and Rosemary oil help promote hair growth. 🛍️ Shop lavishcurlsbeauty.com (link in bio) #curlyhair #naturalhairjourney #deepconditioning #bigchopjourney #bigchophair #naturalhairlovez #naturalista #naturalhaircommunity #naturalhairproducts #curlyhairroutine #washdayroutine #moisturizecurls #curlygirlmethod #lowporosityhair #prepoo #curlyhairadvice #curlyhairgoals #naturalhairgoals #naturalhaircare https://www.instagram.com/p/CpJOcSqP2Qr/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thickleavein]

The weather is warmer and your hair needs all the love it can get. Using @thickleavein will not only help to strengthen but lock in moisture ➰ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #curlyproducts #allhairtypes #thickleavein #hairvlog #beachyhair #lowporosityhair #highperformance https://www.instagram.com/p/CeFJH7BM57E/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[savagebeautyqueen]

For the girlies that wana know…..

[marybrownnaturals]

Introducing Leave-in & Deep Conditioner Sample by Bare Beauty Naturals. This starter Box is an awesome gift for yourself, curl friends or the perfect transition gift for the newly natural, reminding them to love their hair and scalp regularly.

Low porosity hair can be managed by using the California Love Deep Conditioner energy once in a while and using the Roots and Culture leave-in or rinse-out conditioner/moisturizer more often.

Purchase online at https://www.barebeautynaturals.com or check the link on our Instagram Bio!

[tressesspunlikesilk]

This is definitely becoming a staple product in my hair care routine! and im vouching for all my 4c, low porosity beauties out there! its super lightweight for my strands, doesn’t irritate my scalp & makes detangling a whole lot easier. The perfect leave-in spray for twist outs or braid outs on low Porosity hair! I also bought this product for $4.99 @ Target. Can’t beat it!

[mommaqcurls]

Today is #washday for many of our #dayonenatural folks.. #FastRepost from @The 4C Hair Community by @fastrepost_app ••• Which method works for you? I use the LCO method 🌷 . Follow 👉🏽👉🏽@4chairtips👈🏽👈🏽 for more healthy hair motivation . . . . . #naturalhaircommunity #melanin #afro #fro #cornrows #feedinconrows #Loveyourhair #melanin #fingercoils #coils #twa #curls #4chair #naturalhair #allhairisgoodhair #beauty #hair #staywoke #teamnatural #bigchop #transitioninghair #transitioning #healthy_hair_journey #blackisbeautiful #caribbean #protectivestyles #hairgrowth #healthyhairjourney #lowporosityhair #highporosity #hairgoals

[hennasooq]

Hair Care IS Self Care ✨ Shop our hair regimen bundles for 6 weeks worth of Ayurvedic healthy hair care wash days for beautiful hair that is longer, stronger and full of definition. ➕ Plus all the support you'll need from the Henna Sooq community. Just click the link for Hair Regimen Bundles in our bio and take 50% off the entire product bundle that goes with the regimen plan you choose. Hurry this sale ends soon! Quantities are limited‼️ #naturalhairroutine #healthyhaircare #ayurvedichaircare #curlyhair #hennasooq #haircareroutine #lowporosityhair https://www.instagram.com/p/CW02nk7LumS/?utm_medium=tumblr