How To Avoid Hat Hair In The Winter

WINTER HAT DILEMMA

It is the winter time and wearing a hat on cold days is almost a must rather than a fashion option.  Have you found that wearing a hat gets in the way of having a great hair style? Here are some tips on how to avoid squishy hat hair.

1.DON'T BE A PRODUCT JUNKIE  

Yes, a lot of women like to have product in their hair, but that does not mean to put on every styling product you own. The more products that you have in your hair increases the chances of you having that dreaded squishy hat hair. Grease and pomade will only make matters worse. Instead opt for hairspray at the root to add volume or opt for leave in conditioner. Which ever products you decide to use it is advised to make sure your hair completely dry before putting on a hat.

2. WEAR A SATIN LINED HAT

100% Cotton is not king when it comes to hats. Most winter hats are made out of cotton and cotton absorbs. Therefore making any products you put in your hair now unfortunately in your hat. After cotton has taken all of the good moisture out of your hair it leaves your hair to rub against the material which increases your chances of breakage. Picking a satin lined hat allows your hair to slip across the fabric rather than rub against it.

3. PICK THE RIGHT HAIR DO

When you are going to be wearing a hat it is not the time to try out the latest up do. Opt for a sleek ponytail, a low bun, or any style that requires flatter hair at the root. This way when you take your hat off you will not have to be praying to the hair gods that your hair is still the way you originally styled it.

4. BUY THE RIGHT HAT FOR YOUR HEAD

When you take hat off  and you have indent on your forehead from were your hat was placed then chances are your hat is too small. Buy a hat that fits your head, and frames your face. Being warm and protecting yourself against the elements is more important than wearing a cute hat that was made for someone with a smaller head. 

5. THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

It may be possible that you are just not a hat person. If you find that you fit into this category there are plenty of options available to you such as ear warmers, ear muffs, scarves, hoodies, etc. The most important factor is that you stay warm.