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    Do hats make you lose your hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Hats can abuse the scalp and impact circulation, both of which can contribute to hair loss.
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    Do stocking caps damage hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
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    Stocking caps can trap sweat and heat, disrupting circulation. They're fine to wear as long as they aren't too tight and aren't worn for long periods on a regular basis.
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    Are hats bad for your hair?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Hats can disrupt circulation to the hair follicles and cause friction on the scalp that can lead to damage and hair loss. Occasional use is fine, but constant wear can be a problem.
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    I have to wear a baseball style hat for work and the back of my hair is matted down. Can't I just wash it out with my hair loose?
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    Fluffing up your hair like every half hour when you have your hat on will help, otherwise you can just wait and your hair will go back to normal. Washing it out will also work.
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    I wore a hat and now my hair hurts. What does this mean?
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    It could be that your hair is dry. Or the hat may be too tight, pulling your hair in one direction and creating pain, like when you have your hair in a ponytail for too long.
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