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items Using the Abby Young Method on - 4C/ Straight Natural/ Low Porosity Hair
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My Low-Porosity Hair Routine for Hydration, Strength, and a Healthy Scalp/ Straight Natural / Abby Young Method
My Low-Porosity Hair Routine for Hydration, Strength, and a Healthy Scalp/ Straight Natural / Abby Young Method
I have 4C low-porosity hair and a dry scalp, so finding products that actually absorb into my hair instead of sitting on top has always been challenging. Over time, I’ve built a routine that keeps my scalp balanced, my strands hydrated, and my hair s...
I use this as a pre-shower treatment and it has made a noticeable difference in the strength of my hair. Because my hair is low porosity, I’m careful about products that cause buildup, but this treatment absorbs well and leaves my hair feeling strong...
Step 1 - My Go-To Pre-Wash Treatment for Stronger, Healthier Hair
I like using this oil when my hair needs a little extra moisture and softness. It helps smooth my hair, add shine, and reduce that dry feeling without making my hair feel greasy or weighed down.
Step 2 - Coconut Miracle Oil Penetrating Oil
As someone with 4C low-porosity hair and a dry scalp, I’m very careful about the shampoos I use. I prefer sulfate-free formulas, but I still need something powerful enough to remove buildup from styling products and oils that can sit on top of my hai...
Step 3 - The Detox Shampoo That Resets My Scalp and Removes All Buildup
As someone with 4C low-porosity hair and a dry scalp, I’m very careful about the shampoos I use. My hair tends to reject heavy products, and harsh cleansers can leave my scalp feeling tight or irritated. That’s why I look for sulfate-free formulas th...
Step 4 - A Sulfate-Free Shampoo That Strengthens My Hair Without Drying My Scalp
This shampoo has been a great option for managing dandruff while keeping my hair hydrated. It contains 1% pyrithione zinc, an anti-dandruff ingredient that helps reduce flakes, itching, and irritation on the scalp. 
What I really like about this f...
Step 5 - The Hydrating Anti-Dandruff Shampoo That Helps Calm My Dry Scalp
This conditioner has become a great addition to my wash-day routine. It’s designed to help repair weakened hair bonds and reinforce the hair structure, which is important for reducing breakage and supporting healthy hair growth. The formula uses citr...
Step 6 - A Lightweight Bond-Repair Conditioner That Strengthens My Hair Without Buildup
This is a lamellar water treatment, which means it uses a lightweight liquid formula that targets damaged or rough areas of the hair strand and smooths them with conditioning agents and amino acids. The technology forms ultra-thin layers on the hair ...
Step 7 - The 8-Second Treatment That Makes My Hair Instantly Smooth and Shiny
This treatment mask has been a great option when I want a quick strengthening boost during wash day. It’s designed to help repair and reinforce weakened hair bonds, leaving hair feeling smoother, stronger, and more resilient.
What I really like abou...
Step 8 - A Quick 1-Minute Protein Mask That Strengthens My Hair Without Making It Stiff
Step 9 - The Bond-Building Treatment That Helps My Hair Stay Strong Through Heat Styling
Step 10 - The Heat Protectant I Use to Keep My Hair Strong While Styling