Whether you go to the pool to train or simply to enjoy the freshness of the water, it is necessary to equip yourself with a swimming cap.
Indeed, most of the internal regulations of municipal swimming pools require it.
If this accessory is intended to preserve hygiene by preventing your hair from ending up in water, it can also allow you to protect your hair by keeping it dry.
But it is not necessarily easy to choose your swimming cap.
There are several different materials, and many know the problem of getting all the hair into the swimming cap without tearing it.
So,
what is the best swimming cap to keep hair dry?
Which material to choose?
How to properly put on your bathing cap to keep your hair dry?
This is what we invite you to discover right away with our advice and our selection of swimming caps for women.
our selection
Black latex adult beanie, Athli-tech
Blue swimming cap, Adidas
2 fabric bathing caps, Geyoga
Swimming Pool Swim Cap for Adult, Ymifeey
Aqua Comfort Swimming Cap, Aquasphere
Black latex adult beanie, Athli-tech
Go Sports
2,49 €
SEE
A simple women's swimming cap.
Indeed, this model of swimming cap is plain black with a small logo in the name of the brand.
It is made of latex which makes it possible to have a very fine swimming cap which keeps the hair dry.
However, it cannot be worn by people allergic to this material.
little price
100% latex, allergy risk
Blue swimming cap, Adidas
Rakuten
€4.31
SEE
Cdiscount
€4.35
SEE
Amazon
€4.71
SEE
Swimming cap for the swimming pool in silicone from Adidas.
Its royal blue color is very pretty and brings a touch of originality while remaining discreet.
It also features the trademark three white stripes, as well as the white Adidas logo.
No need to ask yourself the question of size, since this model is offered in one size.
On the other hand, it is tear resistant.
the price
resistant
one color
2 fabric bathing caps, Geyoga
Amazon
€8.99
SEE
This swimming cap is very easy to put on and take off, whatever your hair volume.
The all elastic adapts to your head without tightening more than necessary.
In addition, the spandex material helps make this swimming pool swim cap more waterproof than a classic fabric swim cap.
Sold in sets of two, this bathing cap is available in many colors: navy, blue, pink, yellow, orange, etc.
sold by two
choice of colors
not fully waterproof
Swimming Pool Swim Cap for Adult, Ymifeey
Amazon
€9.99
SEE
If you're looking for a swimming cap to keep your hair dry, this model in stretchy fabric might be for you.
It fits most heads and provides a good seal.
This plain style has two seams in the same color as the bottom that run from the front to the back of the head.
You can find it sold alone in black, navy blue, light blue or pink, but also sold in sets of two of the same color or not.
color choice
sold by one or two
not suitable for large head circumferences
Aqua Comfort Swimming Cap, Aquasphere
Go Sports
€14.99
SEE
This women's swimming cap is characterized by the presence of an adjustable headband using a Velcro.
Thus, you can adjust the swimming cap according to your head size, but also your hair mass.
If you have long and/or voluminous hair, you are sure to be able to tuck it under the hat without fear of tearing it.
This is all the more true since this beanie is in a specific fabric.
adjustable headband
the price
Which material to choose for your swimming cap?
The main criterion for choosing your swimming cap is the material in which it is made.
Indeed, several materials can be used, but they do not all have the same properties and therefore have specific advantages and disadvantages.
First, you can choose a silicone swimsuit.
This material is very common when it comes to swimming caps.
A silicone swimming cap offers good hair protection, is easy to put on and is sturdy.
There are also latex swimming caps.
Less expensive, they are also thinner and therefore more fragile.
Although they help keep hair dry, latex swim caps are quite difficult to put on.
Avoid if you have a lot of hair.
For a more occasional practice of swimming, as a leisure activity,
you can turn to a fabric swimming cap which is very easy to put on.
However, this type of bathing cap allows water to pass through.
To counter this inconvenience, you can opt for a smooth mesh swimming cap, such as a silicone swimming cap.
There are also waffle swimming caps recognizable by their raised appearance which attach with a strap.
This avoids having your head squeezed by the elastic or the edge of the cap.
How to put it on properly to keep hair dry?
Putting on a swim cap correctly can be harder than it looks.
This is especially true if you have long, voluminous hair and/or long nails.
Indeed, many women have experienced torn caps in the swimming pool locker room.
To prevent your cap from suffering the same fate, and for your swim cap to keep your hair dry, it needs to be put on carefully using the correct method.
This is why we advise you to put on your swimming cap in 3 steps:
place the hands on each side inside the cap, palms open, one in front of the other to spread the swimming cap;
lower your head to place your forehead on the edge of the cup;
slide the rest of the hat over the back of the head, taking care to catch all the hair.
If small hairs protrude at the nape of the neck, you can gently tuck them into the swimming cap by pushing them in.
If you have long hair, try to distribute it as evenly as possible in the cap.
This helps to avoid creating air spaces where water could infiltrate.
Besides, it is best to avoid ponytails and buns for the same reason.
It is best to wrap your hair around itself and possibly secure it with a flat pin before putting on the swimming cap to keep the hair dry.
