Curly

Curl Magic: The Curly Hair Guide

  • How to Test Your Hair Porosity at Home

    1.⁠ ⁠The Float Test

    • Step 1: Take a few strands of clean, dry hair. Ensure they’re free from any products, as buildup can affect the results.
    • Step 2: Fill a clear glass with room-temperature water.
    • Step 3: Place the hair strands into the water and let them sit for 2–4 minutes.
    • Step 4: Observe the hair’s position in the water:
      • Floats at the top: Low porosity – hair repels moisture and takes longer to absorb water.
      • Sinks slowly to the middle: Medium (normal) porosity – hair absorbs and retains moisture well.
      • Sinks quickly to the bottom: High porosity – hair absorbs moisture quickly but may struggle to retain it.

  • 3A : Low / Medium / High Porosity

    3A / Low Porosity : (Loose Spiral Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Moisturizing shampoo.
    • Conditioner: Protein-free moisturizing conditioner.
    • Mask: Lightweight hydrating mask.
    • Leave-In: Water-based leave-in cream.
    • Styling: Curl foam or light hold gel.
    • Tip: Use warm water + light layering to avoid buildup.

     

    3A / Medium Porosity : (Loose Spiral Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Hydrating cleanser that enhances curl.
    • Conditioner: Moisture + light protein conditioner.
    • Mask: Balancing mask with aloe + rice protein.
    • Leave-In: Curl cream or leave-in with hold.
    • Styling: Medium-hold gel or cream-gel hybrid.
    • Tip: Apply using “praying hands” and rake through for even
    distribution.

     

    3A / High Porosity : (Loose Spiral Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Strengthening shampoo with oils or keratin.
    • Conditioner: Rich conditioner with oils.
    • Mask: Rebuilding or bond-repair mask.
    • Leave-In: Rich leave-in cream.
    • Styling: Curl custard or strong hold gel.
    • Tip: Always finish with a sealing product or oil.

  • 3B : Low / Medium / High Porosity

    3B / Low Porosity : (Springy, Dense Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Gentle clarifying shampoo.
    • Conditioner: Moisturizing, lightweight conditioner.
    • Mask: Penetrating hydration treatment (avoid heavy oils).
    • Leave-In: Lightweight cream.
    • Styling: Medium-hold gel or mousse.
    • Tip: Layer products lightly and apply with steam or heat cap.

     

    3B / Medium Porosity : (Springy, Dense Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Curl-enhancing, moisture-rich shampoo.
    • Conditioner: Balanced conditioner with moisture + protein.
    • Mask: Deep moisture + protein combo mask.
    • Leave-In: Curl cream or leave-in conditioner.
    • Styling: Cream-gel, gel, or mousse with hold.
    • Tip: Style in small sections to prevent frizz and define curls.

     

    3B / High Porosity : (Springy, Dense Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Fortifying shampoo with oils or protein.
    • Conditioner: Heavy moisture conditioner.
    • Mask: Bond-repair or strengthening deep mask.
    • Leave-In: Rich curl-defining cream.
    • Styling: Strong hold gel, custard, or butter-based styler.
    • Tip: LOC method (Leave-in, Oil, Cream) for long-lasting definition

  • 3C : Low / Medium / High Porosity

    3C / Low Porosity : (Tight, Corkscrew Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Moisture cleanser or non-stripping shampoo.
    • Conditioner: Lightweight but slippery conditioner.
    • Mask: Moisture-heavy but butter-light deep conditioner.
    • Leave-In: Lightweight cream or leave-in.
    • Styling: Medium-hold gel or twisting cream.
    • Tip: Use steam or hooded dryer to help absorb products.

     

    3C / Medium Porosity : (Tight, Corkscrew Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Hydrating cleanser or co-wash.
    • Conditioner: Moisture-rich conditioner with slip.
    • Mask: Nourishing mask with shea, honey, or plant oils.
    • Leave-In: Curl cream or cream leave-in.
    • Styling: Cream + gel combo or curl butter.
    • Tip: Finger coil for extra definition, then diffuse or air dry.

     

    3C / High Porosity (Tight, Corkscrew Curls)

    We recommend:
    • Shampoo: Strengthening or bond-repair cleanser.
    • Conditioner: Intense moisture conditioner.
    • Mask: Protein-rich repair mask (twice a week).
    • Leave-In: Thick leave-in cream.
    • Styling: Curl custard, heavy cream, or elongating curl cream or gel.
    • Tip: Seal with oil and avoid over-manipulation.

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