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Sleeping with wet hair happens to the best of us.
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Maybe you planned towash your hairin the morning but hit the snooze button.
But rest assured, there are preventive measures you could take if you just cant avoid that nighttime shower.
Meet the experts
What are the disadvantages of sleeping with wet hair?
Dr. Sherber says this would be an infection called bacterial or fungal folliculitis.
One such over-the-counter option would beTower28 SOS Daily Rescue Spray, which containshypochlorous acid, she says.
It would present as small red bumps and sometimes affect the upper body.
How often should you wash your pillowcase?
It’s uncommon, but the risk increases, she warns.
Do hair extensions make the scalp more prone to infection?
This advice goes for everyone, whether we are talking hair extensions or natural strands (or both).
Valles says her go-to dry shampoo for use with extensions isVegamour Gro Dry Shampoodue to its lightweight feel.
This, in turn, can break up the adhesive bond and cause the extensions to fall out sooner.
Can scalp infections be contagious, especially if you share a bed?
This would have to occur through direct contact, though.
What can you do if you justhaveto shower before bed?
(Dr. Sherber recommends this one fromAquis.)
Above all else, though, know that it’s okay to fall asleep with wet hair occasionally.
Sometimes your shower just gets pushed until nighttime, and that’s life.
But if you suspect a bacterial infection or experience any pain, you should seek help from a doctor.
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