We’ve all done it at least once. After a long day, you just don’t have the energy to pull out the hairdryer. So you slip under the covers with damp hair, telling yourself it’s “no big deal.” But is it really harmless? This seemingly innocent habit might actually have unexpected consequences… Here’s what you need to know before doing it again.
Lice have nothing to do with wet hair
No, sleeping with wet hair won’t turn you into a lice magnet. These little critters don’t come from humidity: they are transmitted through direct contact with an infested person or by sharing items like hats or hairbrushes. It’s not the texture of your hair that attracts them, but rather close contact with a “carrier.”
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