Mom was right: why do you need to wear a hat in winter?

It may seem that all concerned mothers have ordered this material, but this is not so. The question of whether the cold affects hair health and what will happen if you don’t wear a hat in winter started to worry us as soon as the temperature outside dropped to -5°C. And, as it turned out, not without reason. The dermatologist of the DocMed clinic answers the main winter question.

Why does winter not pass without a trace on the hair?

The winter season is a strong stress not only for the skin of the face and body, but also for the head. Cold wind, frost, constant temperature changes – this explosive mixture directly affects the condition of our hair. Moreover, it is not enough to change the care products to protect the hair strands, a hat is also required.

Ekaterina Talnikova, dermatologist

At low temperatures, the diameter of blood vessels is temporarily reduced, which disrupts normal trophism (ie nutrition). This can shorten the length of the hair growth phase. The main consequences of this are the lack of nutrition of the strands, their fragility and eventual loss. In this case, wearing a hat will of course be a salvation.

But the cold isn’t the only problem. In winter, the moisture level of both skin and hair decreases, so it becomes dry and tight, which directly affects the condition of the strands. To solve this problem, it is necessary to maintain an optimal microclimate in the house. Humidity should be in the range of 40-60%, temperature plus 20 – 22°C. And of course, add moisturizing shampoos and masks to your daily care (this will make your hair less frizzy, by the way).

When should you take off your hat?

We’ve come to understand that you really need to wear a hat when you’re out and about. But it is equally important to leave access to the scalp to the air, so wearing a hat, even indoors, is not the best option.

In addition, it is important that the cap clearly fits the volume of your head, does not create tension on the hair and provides a comfortable use. Pay attention to the material from which the hat is made. Prefer natural fabrics with no synthetic fibers added. However, coarse materials such as cotton can stick to the hair cuticle.