Satin and Silk Wrap Caps, Why Are They Necessary for Black Hair?
are constantly accused of not being real, but that one scene in “The T.O. Show.” when Kita talked about black women and hair wraps was real. So why are silk and satin hair wraps important for black hair? Cotton pillowcases cause friction in hair and may lead to excess hair coming out, especially with wild sleepers. Oil from the scalp also sets into cotton pillowcases, which can lead to dry hair. If you’re skeptical of this, put oil on your hair and see how many stains the cotton pillowcase will have by the time you wake up. It defeats the purpose of oiling your hair if your pillowcase gets more hair oil than your scalp. Silk pillowcases and silk hair wraps (also called “wrap caps” or “head wraps”) help keep moisture in the hair, and for dry hair, which can be common with black hair, this is especially important. For women with perms or pressed hair, wearing a satin or silk head wrap can also help flatten hair and keep a hairstyle neater for a longer amount of time. If the hair is wrapp
