How to Decode Your Hair Porosity (And Why Your Growth Depends on It

Have you ever wondered why your hair seems to resist moisture, or why your expensive oils feel like they just sit on your strands, leaving them limp or greasy? You've tried all the best products, yet your hair still feels dry, frizzy, or heavy. The mystery isn't in your routine, it's in your Hair Porosity—the single most critical factor you're likely overlooking.

Porosity is simply your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. It’s determined by the structure of your hair’s outermost layer, the cuticle. This layer acts like a gate; if the gate is tightly shut, moisture can’t get in. If the gate is wide open, moisture rushes in but immediately escapes.

Knowing your porosity is the key to unlocking true length and shine. Ready to find out what your hair needs?

The Float Test: Find Your Porosity in 5 Minutes

Take a single, clean strand of hair (from a recent wash day) and place it in a clear glass of room-temperature water. Wait 2–4 minutes.

• If the strand floats: You likely have Low Porosity hair. Your cuticle is tightly shut, resisting moisture, but once product is in, it stays in.

• If the strand sinks slowly to the middle: Congratulations, you have Medium (Normal) Porosity hair. Your cuticle is balanced and retains moisture well.

• If the strand sinks quickly to the bottom: You likely have High Porosity hair. Your cuticle has gaps, absorbing moisture fast but losing it just as quickly.

Once you know your type, you can stop fighting your hair and start treating it with the specific care it needs to thrive. Are you ready to discover which Loveasta oil is your perfect match for maximum growth?