The Best Oils For Low Porosity Hair | Light And Natural

Before we talk about the best oils for low porosity hair, today we are going to talk about one of the most important things that a woman cares about, which is her hair(woman's crown).

We must first know the types of hair and determine which of them is your hair type, then we will know the best products for low porosity hair.

Do you know what the types of hair porosity are?

Hair Porosity means your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture.

Hair porosity is divided into three types are:

• Low porosity 

Cuticles that overlap each other makes it not easy for the hair to absorb moisture. So we will talk about the best oils for low porosity hair.

• Medium porosity (normal hair)

Cuticles are less bound which means the hair can absorb moisture quite easily.

• High porosity

The hair can absorb and retain moisture easily.

How can we determine our hair at home?

There is a simple way to test hair porosity at home by bringing a glass of water and a lock of hair, (after washing your hair well and combing it, you will take the lock of your hair and put them in a glass of water )

Hair with low porosity will float.

Normal hair will float and then slowly begin to sink into the water.

Hair with high porosity will sink directly into the water.

Best oils for low porosity hair:

After numerous experiments carried out by cosmetic specialists to choose the best oils for low porosity hair, they concluded that hair with less porosity should use a light, natural and easy-to-absorb oil.

Let's get to know the best oils for low porosity hair:

• Argan oil.

• Grapeseed oil.

• Jojoba oil.

• Pomegranate oil.

• Sweet almond.

• Apricot oil.

• Sesame seed oil.

• Avocado oil.

 1-Argan oil:

Argan oil is derived from the fruits of the argan tree and its original home in Morocco. Argan oil contains fatty acids and a group of phenolic compounds. Argan oil is a rich and necessary source for the skin and hair, as it contains vitamin E.

2- Grapeseed oil:

Grapeseed oil contains a high percentage of unsaturated fatty acids, most of which are omega-6 fatty acids. It is a good source of vitamin E and is used for skin and hair care. And it works to moisturize the skin, lighten it and restore moisture to the hair because it is light in weight and adds strength and lustre to the hair.

3- Jojoba oil:

Jojoba oil is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant, which grows in desert areas and the southwestern United States. Jojoba oil contains multiple vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, vitamin B, vitamin C, zinc and copper. It moisturizes the hair and strengthens the hair strands and works on its density.

4- Pomegranate oil:

Pomegranate oil is extracted from pomegranate seeds. It contains strong fatty acids such as ellagic acid and anthocyanins. It contains polyphenols, punicic acid and vitamin C. It helps moisturize and protect the skin from sunlight, promotes hair growth and stimulates blood circulation.

5- Sweet almond:

Almond oil is of two types, sweet and bitter. Sweet almond oil is what is suitable for skin and hair. It contains vitamin A, vitamin E and omega 3.   Sweet almond oil is used as an anti-inflammatory and moisturizer and works to protect the skin from the sun's rays.

6- Apricot oil:

Apricot oil is extracted from apricot seeds. It contains omega-6 and omega-9. It contains many vitamins. It is a light oil, easy to absorb, and helps moisturize.

7- Sesame seed oil:

Sesame oil is derived from sesame seeds and contains omega-6, zinc, calcium, magnesium and B vitamins. It treats hair loss, stimulates blood circulation and promotes hair growth.

8- Avocado oil:

Avocado oil is extracted from avocado seeds, an oil-rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, it helps moisturize, repair and strengthen hair.

How to use oils for low porosity hair correctly and beneficially:

To get the best results from using the oil for low porosity hair, you should do the following steps:

Put drops of the oil on the scalp and massage the scalp in a circular motion, then cover the head with a plastic hat or a hat for at least half an hour because the heat stimulates the scalp to absorb the oil and then apply to Rinse the hair with cold water to close the pores and benefit from the moisture for a longer time.

Some advice to enjoy healthy hair:

These tips are general and especially for low porosity hair, in addition to the oils for low porosity hair, as we mentioned before.

•  You have to eat vitamins A, E, B, C, D and proteins, which are found in vegetables and dairy products. You should 

• Eat carrots, spinach, oranges, avocado, strawberries, nuts, eggs, milk, yoghurt

• Minimize the use of hair irons and dryers because high temperatures weaken the hair

• Do not use shampoo frequently because it destroys the natural oils on the scalp

• Massage the scalp to stimulate blood circulation

• Rinsing the hair with cold water helps the hair retain moisture for a longer period.

Summary

Oils for low porosity hair must be lightweight, fast-absorbing and rich in vitamins to get strong, shiny and healthy hair, such as:( argan oil, grape seed oil, jojoba oil, pomegranate oil, sweet almond oil, apricot oil, sesame oil and avocado oil).

And you should eat healthy food that contains vitamins A, E, B, C and D, and proteins such as milk, eggs and yoghurt.

Enjoy healthy and beautiful hair.