How to Fix Hat Hair

Hat hair can be treated in a snap.

Hats become a more common fashion accessory as colder weather approaches. In the cooler months, a hat keeps your head warm, but can also flatten or crimp your hair leaving you with hat hair. Just a few easy steps can make your hair look like you want it to again, without having to make an emergency trip to a hair salon. You'll be amazed at how quickly you can restore life and bounce into your hair. Just keep a few essential items in your purse, briefcase, desk at work, or wherever you might remove your hat.

Things You'll Need

• Anti-static hairspray
• Brush or comb
• Light hairspray
• Gel
• Hair conditioner

Instructions

Instructions

1. Brush your hair. The simplest way to fix hat hair is by brushing your hair as soon as you remove the hat. This usually restores the hair's life and shape, and gets rids of unwanted dents and flatness. Use a flat paddle brush for best results.

2. Use your fingers to restore your hair's shape. After you take of the hat, flip your hair upside down and run your fingers through it. If you are unable to flip your hair over, simply run your fingers through your hair.

3. Spray anti-static hairspray on a hairbrush and comb through hair. Wearing a hat, especially a wool one, can leave your hair fly-away and full of static. A light hairspray will achieve the same result.

4. Apply gel to your hair. If your hair is curly or feathered, use some hair gel to fix your hat hair. Put a small amount of gel, about the size of a coin, into your hand. Rub your hands together and run your fingers through your hair until you have worked all the gel into your hair, taking care to re-shape your hair as you do.

5. Hair that is in good condition will more easily bounce back into shape after you take your hat off. Keep your hair clean, well conditioned, and nourished. Shampoo regularly. After each shampoo, apply a conditioner that suits your hair type.

Tips & Warnings

• Too much gel in your hair can make your hair sticky, especially when you wear a hat for a long time.

• Use a light hairspray to keep your hair in place before you put on a hat.

• Spray anti-static mist into your hat before you put it on to avoid static.

• Put long hair into a loose ponytail or bun on top of your head before putting on a hat.

References

• "Hair Styles": Hair Advice
• "TV Lesson": How to Avoid Hat Hair