Will it be harmful to your body if you can’t wash your hair in the morning?

Not really

There is no scientific basis for the idea that you can't wash your hair in the morning. The timing of washing your hair depends mainly on your personal lifestyle and the hygiene of your scalp. There is no specific "best" time.

The oil of the scalp is produced continuously for 24 hours. The purpose of washing hair is to remove excess oil and other dirt and keep the scalp clean. Some people may wash their hair at night due to work or activities, while others may have more time to wash their hair in the morning. The time arrangement of washing hair is not a scientific issue, nor does it involve health issues. It is entirely a personal preference.

Some people may worry that it is cold in the morning and washing their hair may cause headaches, colds or other health problems, but these concerns are mostly misunderstandings. The key lies in the care after washing your hair. As long as you pay attention to blowing and drying your hair in time after washing it, it will not have a subjective or objective negative impact on your health.

If someone does experience discomfort after washing their hair in the morning, this may be due to other factors, such as the wrong shampoo, overly hot water or even pure psychological suggestion, rather than a problem with washing the hair itself.

In short, there is no health risk in washing your hair in the morning, and you can wash it whenever you like.

Author: Tang Jiaoqing, MD, attending physician of dermatology

Review | Feng Jun, deputy chief physician of the Dermatology Department of Sinopharm Tongmei General Hospital