Porosity 101: Test Methods & Meaning

Porosity 101: Test Methods & Meaning. We’ll cut through hype and show you what reliably moves the needle.

The core idea: fewer, better steps. Cleanse the scalp well, condition until slip, style on soaking-wet hair, then hands-off until dry.

Steps

1. Soak thoroughly before applying anything
2. Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
3. Cleanse the scalp; avoid roughing up lengths

Toolkit

• Wide-tooth comb or flexible brush
• Hard-hold gel or mousse for humidity
• Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)

“Hands-off until fully dry is half the battle.”

Example

For high humidity: leave-in + hard-hold gel, then hover-diffuse to 60% and finish with cup-and-hold. Don’t break the cast early.

Science angle: porosity governs water movement; humectants pull moisture; film-formers create a cast; proteins patch weak spots temporarily.

Porosity & Climate Notes

• Low porosity: lighter layers; avoid heavy oils
• High porosity: seal ends; more frequent masks

FAQ

Best diffusing approach? Hover to 60%, then cup-and-hold; break cast only when fully dry.

How long to deep condition? 10–20 minutes under a cap is usually enough.

Simple routine, small tweaks, predictable results. That’s the goal.

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