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Hair care routine

Medium porosity curly / coily hair: routine, oils & wash schedule

Your cuticle is balanced. Hair takes in and holds moisture well, which is the easiest type to care for. Keep it that way by limiting heat and chemical damage.

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Curly / coily hair · normal scalp

Medium porosity hair

Your cuticle is balanced. Hair takes in and holds moisture well, which is the easiest type to care for. Keep it that way by limiting heat and chemical damage.

Your hair kit

Best oils

Coconut oilSweet almond oilArgan oilSesame (til) oil

Look for

  • A balanced moisture and protein routine
  • Heat protectant before styling
  • A monthly deep-conditioning mask

Avoid

  • Frequent bleaching or rebonding
  • Daily high-heat styling without protectant

Your week (2 washes)

MonRest dayRefresh with a water and leave-in mist
  1. 1
    Refresh with a water and leave-in mist
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
TueRest dayRefresh with a water and leave-in mist
  1. 1
    Refresh with a water and leave-in mist
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
WedWash dayPre-wash oiling (coconut oil)
  1. 1
    Pre-wash oiling (coconut oil)
  2. 2
    Gentle sulphate-free shampoo on the scalp
  3. 3
    Conditioner on the lengths
  4. 4
    Leave-in or curl cream on soaking-wet hair
ThuRest dayRefresh with a water and leave-in mist
  1. 1
    Refresh with a water and leave-in mist
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
FriRest dayRefresh with a water and leave-in mist
  1. 1
    Refresh with a water and leave-in mist
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
SatRest dayRefresh with a water and leave-in mist
  1. 1
    Refresh with a water and leave-in mist
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
SunWash + treatmentPre-wash oiling (coconut oil)
  1. 1
    Pre-wash oiling (coconut oil)
  2. 2
    Gentle sulphate-free shampoo on the scalp
  3. 3
    Hydrating hair mask
  4. 4
    Leave-in or curl cream on soaking-wet hair

How to oil medium-porosity hair

A classic champi works well: massage coconut or almond oil into the scalp and lengths 1–2 hours before washing, once or twice a week.

Pro tip: Alternate a moisture mask and a light protein treatment each month to stay balanced.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best oil for Medium porosity curly / coily hair?

Coconut oil, Sweet almond oil, Argan oil and Sesame (til) oil. A classic champi works well: massage coconut or almond oil into the scalp and lengths 1–2 hours before washing, once or twice a week.

How often should I wash Medium porosity curly / coily hair?

With a normal scalp, about 2 times a week. Wash more often if your scalp gets greasy quickly, and less often if it is dry. Curly hair usually does best with fewer washes and co-wash refreshes in between.

What should Medium porosity curly / coily hair avoid?

Frequent bleaching or rebonding and Daily high-heat styling without protectant.

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