Is aloe vera butter good for low porosity hair?
Chef's answer
It leaves low porosity hair brittle because the compound similar to keratin contained in aloe vera is too bulky for the cuticles to absorb. ... It contains a protein-like compound too heavy to penetrate low porosity hair cuticles. However, I will reiterate that this is not applicable to all low porosity hair types.
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What to avoid and embrace when caring for low-porosity hair
- Using heavy oils and single butters on their own. They have the tendency to sit on top of low-porosity hair, rather than absorb into the shaft. ...
- Long-term cowashing. ...
- Non sulfate-free shampoos. ...
- Cleanse regularly. ...
- Humectant is your buddy. ...
- Open sesame.
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It leaves low porosity hair brittle because the compound similar to keratin contained in aloe vera is too bulky for the cuticles to absorb. ... It contains a protein-like compound too heavy to penetrate low porosity hair cuticles. However, I will reiterate that this is not applicable to all low porosity hair types.
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Oils. Hill advises that the best oils for low-porosity hair are natural lanolin, avocado, jojoba, and shea because they offer "loads of moisture.
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In short, coconut oil is not good for low porosity hair as it can cause build-up and leave hair dry, frizzy, and more prone to breakage.
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Whilst Avocado Oil is considered a heavier oil compared to the one listed above, it is a good choice for low porosity hair because of its ability to penetrate deeply into hair strands and moisturize the hair.
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Low porosity hair is resistant to moisture and are protein-sensitive. By adding "unwanted" protein to the hair strand becomes stiff and brittle, causing it to break. ... Because of the low protein, the hair strand is not very strong. Causing it to feel dry and un-moisturized.
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Signs Of Low Porosity Hair
- Your hair struggles to keep moisture.
- Your hair doesn't work with conditioners.
- You need heat to activate conditioners.
- There's always buildup and dirt in your hair.
- You get more dandruff (clarifying dandruff shampoos for Afro hair)
- Your hair is too oily or too dry.
- You spend ages drying your hair.
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