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Wet Hair Care: A Physician's Guide to What Not to Do and How to Protect Fragile Strands

Things you should never do to wet hair

By Susan F. Lin, M.D. | Physician | Reviewed: June 2026

Quick Answer

Wet hair is at its most fragile — cuticle swollen, easier to break. Never to do: brush aggressively, rub vigorously with towel, sleep with wet hair, tie tight ponytails. Do: pat dry with microfiber towel, finger-detangle from ends up, leave-in conditioner on damp hair, use a wide-tooth comb, air-dry when possible. Targeted scalp + follicle support via MD Hair™ system reinforces resilience. Federally registered MD® trademark. Made in USA. www.md-factor.com.

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Scientific references

  1. American Academy of Dermatology. aad.org hair/scalp care

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