Sometimes the Internet can be really scary. Just Google why you have a headache or a stuffy nose; All your fears will appear in the “pictures” section. We know how much social media loves to scare us. However, it seems that this time TikTok has exceeded all limits.
Recently a nightmare for trichologists appeared on the Internet – mold on the hair. Beauty bloggers claim that mildew can appear on your scalp when you sleep with wet strands. Now users are sounding the alarm.
Yes, we were afraid too. The fact is that a warm pillowcase and humidity create a greenhouse effect, which is why bacterial and fungal diseases develop rapidly.
Andy Jones, hair expert and founder of cosmetics brand Champo, explains why such concerns are pointless. According to him, it is unlikely that mold will develop on the scalp. However, sleeping with wet hair can cause irritation, disruption of the natural microbiome, dandruff, and even infection of the hair follicles. In addition, wet strands are more sensitive to external factors, so when exposed to the fabric they become brittle.
If you sleep with wet hair, apply leave-in hairspray and wear a silk cap.
Source: People Talk
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