Why are swimming caps not designed to keep your hair dry?
- 18 Feb 2022
A big misunderstanding people have is that swim caps are purely designed to keep your hair dry. So why does everyone think they are designed for this? Though some caps do keep your hair dry, it’s an added bonus as opposed to its primary purpose. So what are they for?
Swim caps are made for a number of reasons, listed below are the key reasons to wear a swimming cap.
- For Aerodynamics
A swim cap will reduce water drag and keep your hair out of your face so that you can see as you swim. This is important for competitions and racing as it will lessen the hydrodynamic drag whilst in the water and will make your swimming more efficient, and consequently faster.
- To be hygienic
If you swim without a cap, you might end up losing hair in the pool, and that can be pretty gross when you see hair floating around in the water. So, it's a good idea to wear a cap to keep those stray hairs from getting in your way or bothering other swimmers.
- To keep your hair in good condition
Wearing a cap while swimming is a smart move, even if your hair can still get wet. Caps act as a barrier against chlorinated water, keeping your hair from getting saturated and preventing it from becoming dry or damaged. This is particularly crucial for frequent swimmers who want to protect their hair from any harm caused by the pool water.
- To be visible in the water
Caps are essential for swimmers, whether they're in a pool or open water. They not only help lifeguards and bystanders spot them easily, but also allow competitive swimmers to show off their team spirit and keep count of their laps!
- To keep you warm
If you swim in the open water, a neoprene cap can help you to retain heat in your head whilst you’re in the cold water.
- For fun!
If you want to add some fun to your swim gear, consider choosing a cap that is colorful, stylish, and eye-catching! Let your personality shine through with a unique design or a bold pattern. Caps are not just for practicality, they can also be a fun accessory for your swimming sessions, whether it's for training or leisurely swims in the pool or open water!
For those looking to keep their hair dry, a tight-fitting silicone cap is the way to go. You can even double up on caps by wearing a lycra cap underneath the silicone one.
Lycra and polyester swim caps are perfect for kids who are new to swimming and may not be fans of traditional caps.
At Proswimwear we stock SoCozy, which is a haircare brand focussed on protecting swimmer’s hair. The SoCozy Swim Leave-In Treatment + Detangler 8oz, this spray is specially formulated to smoothen, detangle and defend hair from harmful pool chemicals, it is also infused with Beeswax and Jojoba to prevent chlorine and salts from damaging hair. The SoCozy 3 in 1 (Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash)
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