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Hair care routine

Medium porosity straight 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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Straight 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 (3 washes)

MonRest dayDetangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  1. 1
    Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
TueWash 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
    Light leave-in / serum on the ends
WedRest dayDetangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  1. 1
    Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
ThuWash + 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
    Light leave-in / serum on the ends
FriRest dayDetangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  1. 1
    Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night
SatWash 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
    Light leave-in / serum on the ends
SunRest dayDetangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  1. 1
    Detangle gently with a wide-tooth comb
  2. 2
    No product needed
  3. 3
    Silk or satin pillowcase at night

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 straight 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 straight hair?

With a normal scalp, about 3 times a week. Wash more often if your scalp gets greasy quickly, and less often if it is dry.

What should Medium porosity straight hair avoid?

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

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