After a busy day at the office, we always found ourselves drenched in sweat and dirt. But, impromptu plans are always there to make up for the day. However, a greasy part of the hair instantly brings down your spirit and makes you argue with yourself, answering the popular question: “Wash your hair in the morning or in the evening?”
There have been many debates and discussions on this issue with people who think they are saving time, but unknowingly, they are spoiling their posture and contributing to hair loss. Yes, you heard that right. Let’s learn more about why you should avoid washing your hair at night.
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Weakens the protective barrier
Washing your hair at night means going to bed with wet or damp hair, which is a delicate condition. Due to exposure to water, the keratin scales of our roots that protect our hair shaft simply loosen and weaken the protective barrier, making our hair porous and more susceptible to any damage caused.
Increased dandruff problems
Bringing wet hair to bed increases the scalp’s moisture levels, which can cause irritation, redness and dryness of the scalp, contributing to white flakes and dandruff at night.
Increased hair loss
We always face the problem of detangling after shampooing, which says goodbye to the volume of our hair and takes days to adjust. Because of wet hair in bed, you will have a porous hair fiber, and the problem of pillow friction increases the chances of hair tangling and breakage, which contributes to morning shedding.
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Greasy hair in the morning
If you think you’d get your volume back in the morning with a clean and breathable scalp, then it’s a big no. Due to the increased humidity and wet strands overnight, your hair will become greasy, making it sticky and heavy the next morning.
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Bottom line
A rushed morning can sometimes justify washing your locks overnight, but always think about the consequences, not the convenience. Not only does this cause damage to the hair strands and scalp, but it can also lead to instant disease with a spot of yeast overgrowth and fungal infection. Since these little critters thrive in heat and humidity, and you’re offering them, try going to bed after you’ve blow-dried your hair, or wait for your hair to dry naturally overnight, then let a silk or satin pillowcase make your strands comfortable and carefree.
