When we think of our ideal sleeping environment, we picture a soft down comforter, an array of fluffy pillows, and perhaps some soothing flute music to lull us to sleep. Nowhere in this scenario does sopping wet hair make an appearance—but in real life, it just might. If you shower at night and are sick of blow-drying before bed, there’s hope yet. We spoke with celebrity hairstylist Creighton Bowman (he’s styled the tresses of Kate Beckinsale, Emmy Rossum, and more), and asked him for his best advice on how to sleep on damp strands without hating your life. Keep scrolling for his advice!
First Things First
“You can’t sleep on totally wet hair,” Bowman starts off by saying. If you’re disappointed, we feel you—but here’s the reason why: “The problem is that there’s not always enough time to set your hair and allow it to dry by morning.” However, if you’re okay with waking up to damp strands and blow-drying or air-drying them in the a.m., feel free to keep snoozing on damp strands—Bowman just suggests buying a satin pillowcase first. “It allows your hair to move around freely, so you can just throw it up over the top of the pillow when it’s wet which then further helps prevent creases in the hair,” he explains. “It’s really good for your face too because it won’t cause wrinkles.”
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The Sock/Scrunchie Trick
Another way to prevent creases in your hair while your sleep? Use a scrunchie, which won't leave marks or dents, says Bowman. Simply fasten your hair at the top of your head in a secure bun. Don’t have a scrunchie? (We don’t blame you—it isn’t the ‘80s anymore.) “Just cut the top off a sock and use it as a makeshift hair tie,” Bowman says.
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Imperfection is Key
Want to wakeup with beachy waves? Bowman suggests flipping your head upside down—it dries faster this way—and blasting it with a hairdryer until it’s damp, not wet. Then, twist your hair into four loose buns (secured with scrunchies, of course), and call it a night. (A single bun will give you a looser wave.)
“Or, if you want more of a rock ‘n roll look, you can braid instead of twist you hair,” says Bowman. “I recommend a loose French braid, starting just behind the front layers of your head.”
Whatever you do, remember to keep it loose and messy. “Your inability to make a perfect braid or perfect curl is working in your favor when you’re styling before bed,” he says. “It’s what makes the final outcome look cool—don’t worry about making it look fancy or perfect.”
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