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Wednesday, 18 Oct 2023 07:00 WIB
Illustration. There are a number of dangers that can occur if you sleep with wet hair. (iStockphoto/Artistan)
Jakarta, CNN Indonesia —
There are a number of dangers that can occur if you sleep with hair which is still wet. What are the dangers?
Many people believe that sleeping with wet hair can make you sick. In fact, this has never been proven in any research.
Dusty Schlabach, hairstylist and owner of Thairapy Salon in South Pasadena, California, said that when we sleep with wet hair, in the morning you will wake up and find your hair smelly and damp due to mold.
“If the hair is wet, all of these conditions contribute to a much slower drying process, and can create the perfect environment for fungus and bacteria to breed,” Schlabach said as reported. The Huffington Post.
“If this happens often enough, it can develop into a real problem with the scalp causing yellow discoloration, itching, buildup and flaking. Overall, it’s disgusting. With enough buildup, it can even smell. I see it in new clients all the time. “
Fungi thrive in dark and damp environments, and can live in the dead tissue of hair, nails and outer layers of skin. As a result, your pillow becomes a breeding ground for mold.
According to various sources, the following are the dangers of sleeping with wet hair.
1. Fungal growth
The danger of sleeping with wet hair is that it can grow fungus in the hair. A 2021 study found the Malassezia fungus species in hair follicles.
The fungus causes skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis. Hair that is wet for a long time or left overnight can increase the risk of developing this condition.
2. Hair stretching
Illustration. One of the dangers of sleeping with wet hair is stretching the hair. (iStockphoto/Boyloso)
Wet hair stretches to about 30 percent of its original length without damage. Tolerable hair stretch is between 30-70 percent.
The danger of sleeping with wet hair causes it to stretch beyond the tolerable length.
3. Hair damage
A study in 2017 said hair loss occurs due to hormonal changes. However, other conditions such as wet hair can also cause hair loss.
When you sleep with wet hair, it can damage the follicles and result in hair breakage.
4. Ketombe
Illustration. One of the dangers of sleeping with wet hair can cause dandruff. (Istockphoto/Doucefleur)
2019 research states that dandruff can be made worse by cold temperatures and wet conditions. The same study also showed that the balance of bacteria and fungi plays a role in the condition.
This means that wet hair can cause the scalp to lose heat and make dandruff worse.
5. Development of bacteria
Collect Times of India, sleeping with wet hair will cause the development of bacteria on the head. Just changing the pillowcase won’t be enough to stop it.
6. Worsens the immune system
Sleeping with wet hair can also worsen the body’s immune system.
According to research in 2015, a person’s head will lose warmth when exposed to cold. This means that sleeping with wet hair will make you uncomfortable, resulting in less rest and lowering your body’s immunity.
7. Acne on the scalp
Sleeping with wet hair can cause acne due to blockage of the follicles under the skin by sebum. The reason is, wet hair contains bacteria.
Hair that is wet for a long time can increase the risk of developing acne on the scalp.
Those are the 7 dangers of sleeping with wet hair that you need to know. Hope it helps.
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