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Hair porosity Guide for Newbies

This is a popular topic among naturals , but its not just beneficial to people with natural hair . So I decide to do some research on this topic.  Knowing how porous your hair is can aid  in choosing the right products for your individual need .   Your hair’s porosity is its natural ability to keep/hold moisturized . How easy can the hair absorb water , chemicals and hair products .  

Hair Type

HAIR TYPES Hair typing for those who care to know - this is not a precise match for everyone , but  a generalization of traits to look for when trying to identifying your particular hair type. Our hair texture can range anywhere from pin-straight to extremely curly. Type 1 , Straight hair   This type of hair cuticle tend to be thick and solid , find mostly in Blond type 1 and Asian hair . Though some times this type hair can be thin it all depends on genetics and hormone its that simple . If this hair is healthy it will have natural shine . Emma Stone Type 2 hair , Wavy  Wavy hair is the mix between straight and curly , have a lose pattern and can be frizzy at times more frequently  for 2b and 2c type. It doesnt bounce up even if layered .  Some type 2 hair can also form a sort S shape , not just one direction wave . Kristen Stewart ,  2A gently lose wave,    Image Source    2B more of a beach waves 2C Fuller waves Type 3 , Curly