Can Wet Hair Actually Make You Sick? Know From Expert

By Bharati Kumari
21 Jun 2024, 23:00 IST

Dr Brunda debunks the myth that wet hair leads to colds and flu. Tap to read!

COLD AND FLU VIRUSES

Dr Brunda emphasises that cold and flu viruses spread through contact, not cold temperatures or wet hair.

HAIR BREAKAGE

Excessive grooming on wet hair may lead to hair breakage, according to a study in the International Journal of Women's Dermatology.

WET COMBING

Wet combing applies force near the scalp, causing more damage than dry combing.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Viruses spread through contact with infected people or surfaces, not through cold temperatures or wet hair.

NO EVIDENCE

Dr Brunda stresses that there is no evidence to support the claim that wet hair leads to colds and flu.

EXPERT ADVICE

Dr Brunda, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, dispels the common misconception that wet hair can lead to colds and flu.

CONCLUSION

Wet hair won't give you the flu, but good hygiene practices will keep you healthy. Consult a dermatologist for personalised advice.