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Beauty

Does going to sleep with wet hair really make you sick? No, but it causes damage and brittleness – take care of your locks by blow-drying, using protein-rich masks and brushing before bed

STORYThe Asian Parent
While it’s a myth that going to sleep with wet hair can lead to coming down with a cold or flu, it is true that wet hair is more prone to damage. To keep your hair healthy and shiny, make the effort to dry it before bed. Photo: Shutterstock
While it’s a myth that going to sleep with wet hair can lead to coming down with a cold or flu, it is true that wet hair is more prone to damage. To keep your hair healthy and shiny, make the effort to dry it before bed. Photo: Shutterstock
Beauty

  • We’ve all heard the old adage that going to bed with wet hair will give you a cold – but science proves that viruses cause illness, so why all the cautioning from our mums?
  • Wet hair swells, which ‘weakens the cortex and cuticle’, according to experts – here’s how to minimise damage, avoid frizziness and unruliness, and keep your locks smooth and shiny

Have you ever wondered if it’s truly a bad idea to go to sleep with wet hair?

We’ve all heard the old adage, but let’s dive into the science behind it and explore what you can do to protect your hair while catching those Z’s.

Debunking the myth

Wet hair is more fragile and prone to breakage, including through combing or brushing. Photo: Handout
Wet hair is more fragile and prone to breakage, including through combing or brushing. Photo: Handout
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