5 Best Oils For Low Porosity Hair 2023 | Lightweight Oils You Have To Try

Using these oils for low porosity hair will keep them moisturized. Argan oil, sesame oil, olive oil, and mustard oil are some lightweight ones perfect for your pre-poo!

Hair porosity is a very important factor when it comes to hair care. Hair porosity varies from person to person and this can play a role in the texture and how moisturized your hair feels.

Low porosity hair is quite a common hair type where the hair structure is such that the hair shafts do not easily let moisture get absorbed into it. 

This will result in the hair becoming dry quite easily as it will lack moisture.

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Well, like every other problem that has solutions, low porosity hair can be tackled by using the right hair oil that can penetrate into the hair shaft and keep the hair moisturized.

Being someone with the low porosity hair type, I’ve had my fair share of dry hair issues and that’s when I realized that oiling my hair more often was the best way out of it. 

That’s how I got down to testing these oils and I’ve also reviewed them for you. So here you go!

Best Oils for Low Porosity Hair	Best For	Top Ingredient
Handcraft Blends Apricot Kernel Oil	All hair types	Apricot kernels
Kate Blanc Cosmetics Argan Oil	Oily, Normal, Dry hair	Argan seeds
Viva Naturals Sweet Almond Oil	All hair types	Almond seeds
Plant Therapy Fractionated Coconut Oil	Dry, Normal, Oily hair	Coconut extract
Kate Blanc Cosmetics Organic Jojoba Oil	All hair types	Jojoba seeds

How I tested the best oils for low porosity hair?

I love testing and experimenting on products and also reviewing them. When I review any product, I like to review them based on parameters to give the reader a better idea of the product they are going to buy. I’ve also rated them on a scale of 1-5. 

Here are the three parameters I’ve reviewed these oils on:

Moisturizing power: Since low porosity hair often feels dry, this aspect is something I took into consideration, because it is quite hard for oils to penetrate into low porosity hair in general.

Texture and greasiness: Some oils can make your hair feel heavy and very greasy after application, which is something I do not look for in an oil. Therefore, I took this aspect into consideration as well.

Effect on my hair: Since all hair types are different and the levels of low porosity will also vary, I’d like to rate how I felt it worked on my relatively low porosity hair, which is curly by nature and often tends to feel dry and coarse.

Top Oils for Low Porosity Hair 2023

Handcraft Blends Apricot Kernel Oil

Cold-pressed: Yes

Chemical-free: Yes

This was my first time trying out the brand Handcraft Blends and I must say it was definitely a good buy.

It was also my very first try at using apricot oil and I found that the oil was lightweight and didn’t weigh my hair down nor did it make my hair feel overly oily and greasy once I applied it.

It made my hair fairly smooth and much softer than it was before. So I must say that this oil was very high on its moisturizing effect.

I often like to add in some essential oils like rosemary oil or peppermint oil because they are considered very good for the hair and what I love about this oil is that I can also use it as a carrier oil.

Another aspect I like about this oil is that it is all-natural and contains no hexane, so I for sure knew that it would be gentle on my hair.

Now coming to the bad part. Well, I could find nothing wrong with the oil itself. I would be wary if you have apricot allergies, but this should go without saying!

Pros:

•  Gentle on the hair as it contains no hexane.
•  Lightweight and non-greasy on the hair.
•  Long shelf life so you can use it for long
•  No strong or artificial fragrance so you can use it on sensitive scalp

Cons:

• None.

My Ratings:

• Moisturizing power: 4.3/5
• Texture and greasiness: 4.3/5
• Effect on my hair: 4.2/5

Kate Blanc Cosmetics Argan Oil

Cold-pressed: Yes

Chemical-free: Yes

I love the brand Kate Blanc and I’ve also tried out two different oils from this brand (review on the Jojoba Oil one below) and they were absolutely amazing for my low porosity curly hair.

My hair felt rejuvenated and very moisturized once I started using this oil. It is very hydrating in nature and also repaired my damaged hair to a large extent.

What I love about this oil is that it is non-oily and non-greasy in texture and also after application. It is also lightweight and made my hair look much fresher and not weighed down and limp.

It is completely natural and free from harsh chemicals and this is something I look for in all products, so that they are gentle on my hair and this definitely was.

One thing I need to make a mention of is that this oil was comparatively more expensive than the jojoba oil from the same brand.

Pros:

•  Gentle on the hair as it is all natural.
•  Non-oily and non-greasy in texture so it suits oily scalps.
•  Lightweight and doesn’t make the hair stand limp.

Cons:

•  Comparatively more expensive than the other oils from this brand.

My Ratings:

• Moisturizing power: 4.2/5
• Texture and greasiness: 4.5/5
• Effect on my hair: 4.2/5

Viva Naturals Sweet Almond Oil

Cold-pressed: No

Chemical-free: Yes

If you’re looking for a good carrier oil, then choose this one! I loved blending this with different essential oils every time I used it for my hair.

What I really love about this oil is that it was super hydrating for my low porosity curly hair. It made my hair feel rejuvenated and nourished. The texture improved over time and my hair began to feel super soft.

It is non-greasy after it is applied but I still think oils like argan or jojoba oil are much lighter compared to sweet almond oil. 

I was also skeptical about this product at first as it is not cold-pressed and the extraction process makes an oil lose most of its nutrients. But it is free from hexane. 

So I was assured the almond oil is as rich in omega-3 fatty acids as a cold-pressed oil would be!

Pros:

•  Full of nutrients as it contains no hexane.
•  Non-oily and non-greasy in texture so it spreads easily hair
•  Lightweight and doesn’t make the hair stand limp.
•  Works well as a carrier oil and can be used with other oils
•  Unscented so it’s suitable for sensitive skin
•  Comes with a liquid dispenser which makes it easy to apply directly to scalp

Cons:

• Comparatively less lighter than jojoba/argan oil

My Ratings:

• Moisturizing power: 4.3/5
• Texture and greasiness: 4.5/5
• Effect on my hair: 4.2/5

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Plant Therapy Fractionated Coconut Oil

Cold-pressed: Doesn’t mention

Chemical-free: Yes

Yes, yes I know what you’re thinking. Coconut oil? For low porosity hair? Whattt??? But this isn’t your run-of-the-mill oil, it’s fractionated coconut oil.

This oil always stays in its liquid form but it contains all the nutrients regular coconut oil does. Genius, right?

I found this oil very absorbent and made my hair feel very nourished and hydrated. It definitely regained its shine and lustre after each use.

There was absolutely no greasy residue left after I applied this oil on my hair. You can safely use it on low porosity hair. 

I think it’s best for Afro low porosity hair that needs that extra moisture but cannot tolerate the grease from butters or creams.

The best way to use this oil is by slightly warming it up before application, as that is how I always use coconut oil.

The only thing I didn’t like about this product is that the liquid dispenser pump it comes with isn’t of very good quality and makes dispensing the oil a messy affair.

Pros:

•  Retains its liquid consistency so suitable for low-porosity hair
•  Non-greasy on the hair as it’s fractionated 
•  Leaves no sticky residue after application so it doesn’t cause build-up
•  Works well as a carrier oil, so can be used with essential oils

Cons:

•  Damaged and dysfunctional liquid dispenser pump.

My Ratings:

• Moisturizing power: 4.3/5
• Texture and greasiness: 4.5/5
• Effect on my hair: 4.2/5

Kate Blanc Cosmetics Organic Jojoba Oil

Cold-pressed: Yes

Chemical-free: Yes

Like I mentioned earlier, I do like this brand and the jojoba oil is the second carrier oil I am trying out from this brand.

It was my very first try at using jojoba oil for my low porosity hair and trust me, this worked pretty well for me! I was definitely satisfied with how my hair began to feel upon every use.

My hair felt super nourished and well hydrated and over time my dry hair began to feel more moisturized and started looking healthier and felt much smoother, with an increased shine.

Jojoba oil is also a brilliant heat protectant thanks to its high heating point. So I often use it on my tresses before straightening or blow drying them. 

 I also add in a couple of drops into my shampoo and it makes my hair feel soft after each wash.

This product is reasonably priced and costs much lesser than the argan oil by the same brand.

Pros:

•  Gentle on the hair as it contains no chemicals.
•  Nourishes the hair and keeps it hydrated.
•  Increases hair shine and improves hair texture.
•  Reasonably priced compared to argan oil 

Cons:

• None I could find

My Ratings:

• Moisturizing power: 4.3/5
• Texture and greasiness: 4.2/5
• Effect on my hair: 4.2 /5

What Kind Of Hair Oils To Avoid With Low Porosity Hair?

If you have low porosity hair, this means your hair doesn’t leak out moisture easily. However, it doesn’t absorb oil or moisture in your hair either as the cuticles are very closely packed together. So usually I prefer using oils that are lightweight and easily absorbed by low porosity hair.

In this case, you cannot use heavy oils that are very viscous as these can get stuck on top of hair as the cuticles do not absorb them easily. Heavy oils include castor oil, Black Jamaican castor oil, pumpkin seed oil, some types of coconut oil, hemp seed oil, sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, etc. Therefore you need to avoid these!

In the same vein, you should avoid any type of “heavy” moisturizers on low porosity hair. So avoid shea butter, cocoa butter, and heavy creams.

What are the best oils for low porosity hair?

If you want to try oils for low porosity hair, especially as a pre-poo for hair, you should check out lightweight oils that get absorbed easily into hair. These include sweet almond oil, argan oil, jojoba oil, and more. As they’re full of omega-3 fatty acids and have a light texture, they suit low-porosity hair the best.

Here is a quick comparison between the top oils for low porosity hair:

Oils For Low Porosity Hair	Handcraft Blends Apricot Kernel Oil	Kate Blanc Cosmetics Argan Oil	Viva Naturals Sweet Almond Oil	Plant Therapy Fractionated Coconut Oil	Kate Blanc Cosmetics Organic Jojoba Oil
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Price	Affordable	Affordable	Affordable	Very Affordable	Expensive
Lightweight	4/5	4.5/5	3.5/5	4/5	4.5/5
Moisturizing	3.5/5	4.5/5	4/5	5/5	4.5/5
Cold-Pressed?	Yes	Yes	No	No	Yes
Organic?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

The final takeaway

Dealing with low porosity hair can often be hard, but other than just oiling it regularly, there are also other ways to nourish them

You’ve got to try deep conditioning and using clarifying shampoos to get rid of product buildup to make low porosity hair absorb moisture easier. 

I also recommend reducing the usage of  leave-in conditioners and not styling your hair too often to keep your low porosity hair from getting too damaged. 

I hope this article came in handy for you in your search to choose the best oil for your low porosity hair type.

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