Lifestyle Desk – The effect of today’s hectic lifestyle is clearly visible not only on our health but also on the skin and hair. Increasing pollution, stress, irregular eating habits and wrong hair care habits are increasing hair problems. A common mistake among these habits is keeping wet hair tightly wrapped in a towel for a long time after bathing. Many people consider this an easy way to dry hair, but this habit can prove to be harmful for both hair and scalp.
Actually, when the hair is wet, its roots and the outer layer (cuticle) of the hair become very delicate. At such times, hair can break easily due to excessive pressure on them. If wet hair is kept tied tightly in a towel for a long time, the tension on the hair roots increases, due to which the problem of hair fall can become more serious. Let us know about it in detail.
Wet hair is more vulnerable than dry hair. Due to the friction and tightness of the towel, hair can get tangled and start breaking. Especially if you use a heavy or thick towel, it can cause additional damage to the hair. Due to this the hair starts looking lifeless and weak.
When wet hair remains inside the towel for a long time, the scalp is unable to dry completely. Persistent moisture can create a favorable environment for bacterial and fungal infections. This increases the risk of problems like itching, dandruff and scalp irritation.
Keeping hair tied in a towel for a long time can affect its natural texture. Sometimes hair becomes excessively dry and frizzy. Due to this, the shine of the hair may reduce and it also becomes difficult to manage.
Many people wrap their hair very tightly in a towel. This puts pressure on the scalp and hair roots, which can cause headaches or discomfort in some people.
After washing the hair, they should be dried by patting them gently instead of rubbing them vigorously with a towel. It is considered better to use microfiber towel or cotton T-shirt, because they cause less friction on the hair. Apart from this, it is more beneficial to let the hair dry naturally instead of keeping it covered for a long time.
By improving small hair care habits, hair can be kept healthy, strong and shiny for a long time. Therefore, next time after bathing, keep these things in mind before wrapping your hair in a towel.
