Pivot Point Barbering 108 Practice Exam

Which hair type may not hold styles well?

1. Low porosity hair

2. Medium porosity hair

3. High porosity hair

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: High porosity hair

High porosity hair often has a highly open cuticle structure, which allows moisture and products to pass in and out easily. This can lead to styles not holding well because the hair tends to absorb too much moisture from the environment, causing it to become frizzy or lose the shape of the style. Additionally, the lack of cuticle protection means that hair can become dry and brittle, further affecting its ability to maintain styles. In contrast, low porosity hair has a tighter cuticle layer, which can help products sit on the surface of the hair rather than penetrate deeply, making it more resistant to humidity and generally better at holding styles with proper product use. Medium porosity hair typically has a balanced structure that allows for good style retention without the extremes seen in high or low porosity hair. The option stating "None of the above" would not apply, as high porosity hair is indeed less capable of holding styles effectively due to its characteristics.