How waterproof is a swim cap?
It's important to remember that no swimming cap is 100% waterproof!
Water seeps under the cap, particularly around the ears. This cap protects hair from water splashes.
How to choose the material for your swim cap?
Fabric:
Designed in a fabric similar to swimwear, it slips on easily, without pulling the hair. A finishing seam runs around the head to guarantee support.
Coated fabric:
A variation on the mesh cap, it is just as comfortable. It is covered with a layer of silicone that reduces water ingress and limits its elasticity for better support.
Silicone:
Less comfortable but very elastic, it provides excellent support and limits water ingress.
How to put on a bathing cap?
Silicone bonnets are highly stretchable and resistant to stretching, but they are sensitive to snagging. So be careful when putting it on, especially with nails and barrettes.
Need a helping hand? This video shows you how to put it on: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zc9d3bFfTRw.
If the cap catches on your hair: heel it before putting it on!
