I’m a trichologist & your pillowcase is damaging your hair while you sleep – a common shower mistake breaks your locks
A BEAUTY expert has shared several ways you may be damaging your hair while catching some ZZZ’s at night.
She revealed how your choice of pillowcase could be damaging your follicles while you sleep and the importance of avoiding a shower mistake.
Many of us know how excessive heat can damage our hair, but what about when we sleep?
Eva Proudman, a trichologist and hair expert for Absolute Collagen, shared how we could be damaging our hair at night without realizing it as well as tips to combat it.
“Tossing and turning at night causes friction and heat between your hair and pillow, which can damage the hair and lead to breakage,” she explained.
“The best way to protect your hair from friction and damage is to tie it back rather than up. Tying your hair back can indeed cause pulling, but when done correctly, can minimize any friction during the night.”
Experts at the haircare brand also shared more tips to help you wake up frizz and breakage-free every morning.
COMPLETELY DRY HAIR
“Your hair is at its most delicate when it’s wet, so the friction and heat from moving around in your sleep can increase matting and even breakage,” say the pros.
It’s best to wash several hours before you go to sleep, giving it time to air dry — but if you must blow-dry, use a heat protectant spray.
SLEEP ON A SILK OR SATIN PILLOWCASE
Buying a pillowcase made of silk or satin can make a huge difference for restless sleepers, especially if you find breakage to be a problem.
Snoozing on one can help fight tangles, friction, and frizz, and silk won’t absorb any of your natural oils and dehydrate your scalp.
WRAPPING YOUR HAIR
Using a silk or satin scarf works similarly to sleeping on a pillowcase of one of those materials.
The brand says it can “reduce friction, lock in the hair’s natural moisture, and even reduce the likelihood of split ends.”
Don’t want to buy a head scarf — or simply waiting for yours to arrive from Amazon? Try styling your locks in loose braids.
Swap your scrunchies for silk or satin versions when sleeping for the same reason.
TRY A LEAVE-IN CONDITIONER OR HAIR OIL
If your hair is curly, tangled, or dry, look to leave-in conditioner or hair oil.
“If you have dry hair, try to find a nourishing oil that contains hyaluronic acid, coconut oil, or castor oil,” say the pros.
“For fine hair, try and look for one that has argan oil or grapeseed oil in it. This is a great way to lock in moisture and revitalize your curls overnight.”