The Dangers of Cotton for Your Hair: Friction, Breakage, and Moisture Loss
When we think about taking care of our hair, we often think of products: shampoos, masks, oils... But what few people know is that the way we sleep plays an essential role , and cotton can be a real hair enemy .
😬 Cotton: a fabric that is not so soft for your hair
Cotton is a natural material, yes. But when it comes to your hair, it's not necessarily a good choice.
1. Excessive friction
During the night, your hair rubs against your cotton pillowcase. This fabric, while comfortable for the skin, isn't smooth : it creates constant friction. The result? The hair cuticles become damaged, the ends split, and the hair becomes more vulnerable to breakage.
2. Hair fiber breakage
Friction eventually leads to breakage that is invisible to the naked eye, but very real . Every morning, these small broken hairs when you wake up or on the brush are proof of this. This phenomenon is even more pronounced in textured, curly or frizzy hair.
3. Loss of hydration
Cotton is absorbent. And that's not good news for your hair. It sucks the natural moisture out of your hair fiber , as well as the moisture in the products you apply (oils, lotions, serums, etc.). This leaves your hair dry, dull, and brittle .
💡 The solution: Sleep with a silk cap
To counter these harmful effects, more and more women (and men) are adopting a simple habit: sleeping with a silk cap .
At Hellosilk , we've designed our caps from genuine, natural silk that's soft, breathable, and non-absorbent. Silk significantly reduces friction, protects your hair's moisture , and limits breakage overnight.
👉 Result? Softer, stronger hair, less frizz... and a hair routine that finally pays off!
💤 In summary
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❌ Cotton rubs, breaks and dries out your hair.
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✅ Silk respects the hair fiber and preserves hydration.
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💕 Hellosilk is your beauty ally for nights.
Ready to treat your hair to some truly pampering nights? Discover our Hellosilk caps now.