Can You Sleep With Mousse In Your Hair?

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While some may think sleeping with mousse or styling foam in your hair should be okay, you might want to think again. While this product is well known to help define curls and keep unwanted frizz away, overusing the product could lead to some unpleasant results.

Let’s talk more about if and how mousse/styling foam can damage your hair, as well as how long you should keep it in. Below we will also discuss what it could mean for your hair if the product is overused and how often you should really be using the product.

Can Mousse Damage Your Hair?

When using mousse excessively, there is a chance it could lead to some damage. If the product is used too much, too consistently, you’re likely to see that damage happen over time. Listed below are some of the damages you’re likely to experience.

• Split Ends
• Frizz
• Breakage
• Thinning

 

For How Long Should You Keep It in?

Typically, when applying mousse/styling foam to the hair, your hair should be damp fresh out of the shower. When the product sets and your hair dries, you’ll find that your hair will be less frizzy and more defined, as well as your hair stands will appear thicker and more luxurious.

Ideally, the product should be washed out and removed from the hair in the evening. Especially if you are one to use the product often, ensure you are giving your hair a break from the product before applying it again right away.

 

Can too Much Mousse Damage Your Scalp?

The scalp can be very sensitive to products it’s not used to or even products that you continue to use every day. Listed below are some hair products that can dry your scalp, causing dreaded flaking and irritation.

• Mousse/Styling Foam
• Hairspray
• Shampoo and Conditioner

 

How Often Should You Use Mousse?

Mousse/Styling Foam can be used daily. However, it’s strongly not recommended. You should use the product when you are simply looking to give your hair a little extra appeal. This could be for special occasions, events, or dates.

It’s important to let your hair breathe from using products excessively unless these products benefit the health of your hair and scalp when used correctly.

Some will even remove the shampoo, conditioner, or both from their hair care routine, but that’s a conversation for a different day.

 

Final Thoughts on Sleeping with Mousse in your Hair

It may occasionally be okay to sleep with mousse in your hair. However, it’s not recommended.

When this product is kept in too long, it can result in not only dry out your hair but your scalp as well. It’s best to wash and remove the product from your hair in the evening after applying it before you go to sleep.

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