Keeping Hair Dry While Swimming | HOW TO | NurseAggz

[@DestinedLyne]

Just got back from my first swimming lessons. I practiced/learned the breast and back stroke. At various times my head was fully submerged in the water (mainly because I panicked). It works!! I did as you suggested, swimming cap (typical size), then shower cap, then headband (I used a polyester material that you tie around), and then finally swim cap again (used Lahtak- large swimming cap). It actually wasn’t too tight and only my back edges got damp. Thank you!

[@NurseAggz]

yayy, i'm so happy to hear this. thanks for sharing!

[@sweetkoko414]

Omgosh thank you so much for this tutorial. Tomorrow I will be taking my second swimming lesson & I was ponding the thought of getting another swim cap for security. Now I’m more excited than nervous about my swim lesson tomorrow 😀

[@katelyneileen]

also, couldnt find the headbands you used so i used a cheap wig grip band

[@bbhh9292]

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[@finally97]

Thank you for sharing that it worked. I'm going to try it.

[@PaintingPretty]

This was extremely helpful. I used everything except the extra swim cap. Using a silicone headband to secure the shower cap works just as good. Shower cap..silicon headband...then swim cap. My hair was completely dry.

[@shaily2756]

Did it stay dry even tho you swam under water?

[@PaintingPretty]

@@shaily2756 yes it did. The only part that got wet was the hair that’s about an inch or 2 above the back of my neck

[@NFTeve]

yaaay!!!

[@corlisstaylor7388]

Silicon had band wear can I purchase please and thank you.

[@arababe24]

I’m sorry this might be dense of me bc you maybe said it already, but can you list the order of everything you placed on your bare head from the top please? For some reason I’m getting mixed up between your description and her video idk why. I’m in a lot of pain and sometimes it makes it hard to focus but hoping to begin swim therapy classes Monday! TYSM.

[@RosemaryXMusic]

Finally a real tutorial on how to keep black hair dry. I'm relaxed and with a single swim cap the water gets the perimeter of my hair wet which makes it brittle and break. Thanks for this double method! I can go back to my swimming lessons.

[@trackingaudrey1665]

I am 46 years old taking swimming lessons with 4c the reason I am watching your video. Thank you

[@GodisAgapelove4172]

Me too I’m 46 did you learn to swim?

[@AngéliqueMonCher]

Me too! I’m 43 and started swim lessons a month ago.

[@GodisAgapelove4172]

@@AngéliqueMonCher Great ❤️

[@sharonharris3663]

Hi, My lessons start next month. I am 53 and very excited to learn.

[@GodisAgapelove4172]

@@sharonharris3663 That’s awesome

[@katelyneileen]

I tried this without the clear cap inbetween the 2 silicone ones (still used they polyester headband) and it worked fine. Only the varry bottom edge of my hair in the back got damp where the headband couldn't stay put got damp, and even then it was only damp not wet. I have hair almost down to my bellybutton so even getting a cap to stay put is a challenge. This method helps the caps not move so much either. Thank you for making this video.

[@chocolatemarge18]

Thank you! I can't wait to try this. This is a big part of why Black women don't want to swim! My daughter trains with her instructor every wknd and I usually just keep it crocheted because she has very long, thick, curly beautiful hair. She's natural and recently for her 10th bday I took her to the salon to get it silk pressed for the first time. She's been on break from swim since Christmas and is starting back this wknd and I'm freaking out over here hair. This video gave me hope. I hope it works because I told her I'd let her silk press it every other month....then I remembered swim and panicked like why did I tell her that. Now I'm on a mission to finally find a way to keep her hair dry when it's not in crochet. From the comments and seems like this might be the answer. I've been researching this since she started swimming almost 3 years ago. FINALLY, THANK YOU and I hope this works for us! P.s. kudos for learning to swim. I feel it's such an important skill and I think it's empowering for Black ppl to learn to swim...too many of us can't and I don't like the stigma. I want us every where they are and able to do every thing they can!

[@cestmoi914]

Did it work?

[@purely7762]

Did it work?

[@nataliecarcamo9956]

I CANNOT wait to try this!! Just found out 30 mins ago that one swim cap really doesn’t do shit for me either lol so I’m 100% packing layers now! You’re a blessing!

[@unicorn3638]

Natalie Carcamo update?

[@smw4900]

Did it work for you?. Did your hair stay dry?

[@es7691]

Swim on wash days

[@danij7511]

Omg I was desperate bc the other day I took my daughter to the salon to get a blow out and she swims every week and I just knew my $$$ was going to go down the drain. BUTTTT I did EXACTLY as you said except they were both latex swim caps and they worked!!! Thank you thank you thank you. Bless you for this. I had been googling and searching hacks for over an hour and so glad I listened to you!

[@malimasinga4867]

This was so helpful. I recently got the Japanese Magic Straight, after mostly wearing braids, and I was considering dropping out of swimming classes and this video has saved me. Also for anyone who sees this, it doesn't matter when you start, just start! I started swimming at 35 and my mom started at 60. It's never too late!

[@sheastar05]

Same I started in my 30s my mom in her 50s. Never too late!

[@wanda01141]

Thanks for mentioning. I'm 38 and I'm ready to learn cause I fell in a pool in Jamaica recently and panicked and thought I was gonna die and it was only 5 feet of water lol I need to learn asap. I called the YMCA and the prices are actually reasonable so I'm bout to start

[@eefangelina]

I consider starting, hoeever chlorine on hair is a big isseu.

[@BL3SSed-Bliss]

Yes, there is a sis on here (YT) who is 72, swimming _beautifully,_ and she just learned at age 70. 😇

[@BL3SSed-Bliss]

@@eefangelina GIRL, WHY _exactly_ do you _think everyone is here?!?_ 🤨 No more excuses. *Get out there...ONE LIFE‼*

[@bloomingorchid721]

Thank you sis, I will step out on faith and join a swimming class. I wear silk presses and Im 30 y/o. I honestly was about to let hair stop me from swimming 🏊‍♀️ yet I really want to learn . Can't wait to try.

[@mmarie294]

So happy to read every one learning to swim. At 67 I'm back at trying. I will concur it this time. I can float but I want to do more. Don't give up on your dreams. This cap hack is great, can't wait to try it with my first lesson. Wish me luck!

[@mylene_b]

It's never too late, my mom learned in her 40s. Good luck!

[@neesiecieslak7869]

I just learned to swim 2 years ago at age48! We are doing, our age doesn’t matter, right? It took all these years for me to get over my fear. Thank you for this, this is so encouraging!

[@kjamfam9612]

My best friend is turning 47 and just signed up for swimming lessons this year! I am like a fish in the water and love swimming. After about a week of lap swimming I realized constantly wet hair is not fun lol! Congrats on learning I hope you're enjoying the water!

[@randireid9572]

I am also 47 and learning. It was easy for me to start my kids early but now it’s my turn ☺️

[@coocooforkittycats4322]

I do not have the same hair type as you but mine also gets matted and is a horrible gross mess after swimming because of how damaged it is. (I have Caucasian hair that is bleached platinum) and the chlorine has been killing me at the gym pool making me almost want to give up on it. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@NurseAggz]

CooCooFor KittyCats yw! Glad I could help ☺️

[@USA4Soldier]

Did this method help your hair stay dry while swimming?

[@coocooforkittycats4322]

Chigz yes overall my hair stays dry. Just A little water still gets in at the nape

[@USA4Soldier]

CooCooFor KittyCats Thanks for responding! I’m buying all the supplies tomorrow so I can try it out!

[@zofia8534]

@@USA4Soldier hello ! So did it work for you ?

[@hannal9548]

I swim almost every day so I had to wash my hair everyday. I noticed that my hair has been getting really dry and it started breaking. I found out that it was because I was over washing it, i had to wash it every day because of the chlorine and I even considered giving up swimming because my hair was that bad. I have been searching for a solution for sooo long. Thank you so much, this is the first video I could find that helped me. Ur literally the best I just subbed btw😊

[@AislingPeartree]

Swimming is like therapy for me but super damaging on my hair. I usually swim in the ocean and ponds. Going to try this. Thank you so much!!!

[@MamaEzi]

Yes Sister girl, I was panicking as my 8 year old was heading to the pool. After spending 5 hours last weekend removing braids, washing, deep conditioning and then mini twists I was defeated thinking of her swimming. I quickly checked KZbin and saw your video with seconds to spare. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@nikkib6221]

I just pressed my hair a few days ago but will be going to a water park in a few days. I planned on: 1) Pin curl my hair 2) Put on a fitted cap (doo-rag, stocking cap, etc...) 3) Put vaseline right below my hairline to create a moisture barrier 4) Put on a swim cap. After watching your video, adding a 2nd swim cap is a good idea. I'm just worried about my head sweating, which is why I would forego the plastic cap, albeit a good idea.

[@championtrades5515]

How did that go ?

[@michellecmcnair70]

I’m worried about my head sweating also. I had my first swim lesson last week. My locs were drenched using one swim cap. I’m excited to try this.

[@purely7762]

@@michellecmcnair70did it work?

[@elliechipman]

i know this was 4 yrs ago but ur a life saver i just dyed my hair black but it’s a demi permanent so i’ve been trying to save the color thanks you!!!

[@maryfrawley5551]

I am proud of you for learning to swim as an adult!! I coach swimming!!

[@undeniably_sam]

I love this. I'm also a grown ass woman who is hoping to take swim lessons, and to be honest, my hair getting beat up by the chlorine was a huge concerns, so thank you so much for the tips!

[@LuizaTrindadeLag]

I have to come back to swimming for medical reasons and I was already suffering because of my natural hair. And now I just love you.

[@jenniferditman3788]

You are a lifesaver!! My adult daughter has very course, very curly hair. She wanted too return to swimming, but didn't think she could handle the stripped hair. Thank you so very much!

[@andreaboykin1053]

It's levels to this people!!! lol THANKYOU I needed this!

[@dolcevita713]

Layers

[@samfall6958]

I would say my hair is in the 2 range hard to tell tho because it's down almost to my ankles. I'm going to see what i can gather between amazon and local cheap shops/what i already open and see if i can do a version of this. Thanks so much for your advice!! Straight to the point, easy to understand 🥰💗 legend!

[@TracySaysiDrew]

Wow! You are so AMAZING! THX for sharing this tip that actually works. I'm a mermaid who needed this.

[@Erykahehill81]

Thank you!! I'm going to try this on my daughter she has long thick curly hair, and shes about to start swim lessons. Lord knows I can't be doing a wash day in the middle of the week. I'm going to try this with a few twists underneath. Thanks again!!!

[@delightful5165]

I'm taking swimming lessons too and I am dealing with getting my hair wet. Will try this out. Thank you!

[@FamilymatterskcOrg]

Thank you for sharing your hack. I too am an adult who recently learned to swim. I am really enjoying it but don't like the fact that my natural hair gets wet every time I swim. I will try your hack this weekend.

[@JANUARY396]

Thank you! I have completely different hair type than you but it's on a curly spectrum so does require quite a lot of care. I train for swimming marathon but have been extremely frustrated with the impact chlorinated water has on my hair. Will definitely try swim cap layering next time in the pool!

[@HBYmeg]

We can deep conditioning while swimming 😂😂😭 2 in 1

[@USA4Soldier]

That’s what I was thinking!! Olive oil treatment!!

[@ΧαρούλαΔρακάκη-χ3χ]

YOU'RE A GENIUS

[@TizhaB33zdatfreak]

You are a Saint lol

[@miyalambert7652]

Does the two swim caps make your head feel tight?

[@julzgulz1992]

Way to go taking lessons! It’s never too late to learn a new skill, hobby, or passion!

[@empressdawnsomerville1101]

I can’t believe even a little water gets in with those layers…Excellent video. Thank you ❤

[@ericap8479]

god bless you 😭 i want to get back into swimming for exercise and my biggest hurdle has been the fear that chlorine will damage my curls so tysm ❤️

[@jermaincenac2214]

This sounds great! Can't wait to try this! I have waist length locs... I'm washing my hair 3x a week!

[@xosadity]

This works!! Thankkk you.. I did not wanna mess my sew in up 😩🤣 I’ve been taking swimming lessons and was underwater/deep swimming the whole 30 mins and only one small section in the front got wet. I will take my time tomorrow and putting on the caps! Thankkk you🙏🏾💕

[@Victoriant1]

Yo you are the BEST!!!! I’ve beensearching for two days for a way to keep hair dry. Thank you so much!!

[@lorrainegosnell1002]

Thank you! I've been experimenting for weeks now and still have wet hair every time I swim, so I'm going to give this a go and hope that it works! X

[@UptownGirl27]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ve been natural all my life and wanted to take swimming lessons with my toddler son and was very concerned about this. You have helped a lot of naturalistas with your video!

[@Godsmylove]

Lol! ASAP rocky braids! 😂😂 I need swimming lessons too girl. You are not alone!

[@NurseAggz]

girl yes! loll. gotta do what ya gotta do!

[@karendarbres]

Thanks for this! it’s tough learning to swim as an adult, especially with course and natural hair!

[@dhutube100]

Nice! Thank you! I am just learning to tuck my longer hair into a swim cap so thank you for sharing the how to video!

[@neonlights3750]

Thanks! This is the first helpful review for natural hair swim caps that might actually work:) im looking forward to testing it out

[@manisymone8622]

Wow. Definitely trying this. I have too much hair😂 Here in the Netherlands it's hard to get caps like Swimma, but I had one shipped a long time ago for my daughter and it worked amazingly.

[@emilymunn558]

Omg THANK YOU for this! I started swimming after a running injury and have been STRUGGLING with extremely dry hair. Could I ask where you got the base layer before you put on the first swim cap and the final black swim cap? Going to purchase those and try this out.

[@rosahontas]

Thank you thank you thank you!! I’ve been trying to find a way to keep my hair from chlorine. Thank you!

[@igotosleepat9pm86]

Guys if u dont have a headband then a miniband works, as well🤣🤣. I wear the minibamd outside of the swim cap and my hair was 100% dry after the swimming session. And thank you so much for the idea ❤❤Being an avid swimmer with bad hair this is sooo helpful u have no idea how this means to me🥺🥺

[@lolov1001]

Love this video! Thanks! My hair is dyed and I was going nuts with my swim cap

[@aislinnkerr5618]

I have over three and a half feet of bleached and dyed pink hair and just started swimming, and though my swim cap has been helping a lot, the hair at nape of my neck still ends up drenched - so far I've only been freshwater swimming and have tried to time it to fit in before i wash my hair anyways,but i'm so excited to try this so i can swim as often as i like and go to indoor pools now its getting colder, without worrying about what the chlorine will do to my hair.

[@user-pc9yb9vi5k]

You're a genius. Much love to you for this!!

[@nadinewright7858]

OMG you are adorable! I was laughing at all of your layers but I'm going to try it. I'm so tired of my caps not working. Thanks

[@Ray-zc9ln]

Instead of layers, you can try a sync hair guard which might be more effective if you’re a competitive swimmer because it can handle diving better than layers they’re around 8-12 dollars

[@mishikoehler]

Thank you so much for this! I get my hair straightened and I avoid my community pool because of this. Please if you can let us know what swim caps you use so I can purchase those products (even the head band & the orange wrap). Thank you again & have a great day!

[@cheerful_ghoul5360]

Thank you for this!! I went swimming last night and tried just my swim cap which didn’t help what so ever. So I’m going to try this hack and see if it works for me! You did a great job with this! I will keep watching it until I get it down like you have haha. Thanks again & keep on swimming! I love it and never feel bad for taking swim lessons as an adult! That’s amazing! Keep up the great work and thanks again for this video! ❤❤

[@shaikhasalman9581]

Could you please put the links for the products in these videos

[@patriciadiaz2705]

SOO glad I bumped into your video. THANK YOU. Could you please share which band you bought?

[@shesssosavvy]

Aw man i had no idea there were caps that covered ears!!! I go tomorrow for my first lesson but I'll order one for my next. I'm 46 and learning again. It's been since way before covid that i even got in a pool. I'm going to try this method on my next class! Thank you❤❤❤

[@Cielolindo1]

This helped so much!!! Thank you, i will start swimming as a cardio work out 3x a week and having curly long hair, i was thinking how will this work..... but this really helped. Where did you bet the poly band?

[@NurseAggz]

np! i got it from my local drug store

[@evac3]

I will have my hair dyed blue next week and I'm looking for a "life-saving hack" of how to get my hair dry under the swimming cap :D We reguralry go swimming and the colourful dyes fade out & discolor in the gym pool.. soo I think I'll try your method :) Thanks!

[@Deenaturally23]

Yes girl I start my swim lessons next week you got me feeling ready!

[@maddison5154]

Thanks for this video. Do you find the swim caps pull your edges ? I currently just use one (your first layer) and I'm worried about my edges. Do the extra layers add more tension to your edge's?

[@jasmines9228]

I always put a bonnet on before putting on

[@anatolysdreamtheperfumebab9299]

I'm going to try this. For the headband. I'm going to use a Theraband because that doesn't absorb water And creates a nice, tight seal. I had a swimming lesson tonight and I put on a shower cap and then I put on a tight headband and then my regular cap which is a long hair cap, even though I don't have long hair. Hair got wet so I'm going to try it your way.

[@amarieh737]

Ive watched several videos on this and none work! I was hopeful. I tried 1 cap. 2 caps. Shower caps. All of it. They dont work if your going UNDER water repeatedly like lap swimmers. With 4c hair i had to fully embrace wash n go's and used a chlorine shampoo 1x a week after my 3x week pool time. hope ths helps someone.

[@anadiaz2438]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm also an adult taking swimming lessons and I too am a natural. I can't wait to try these tips out in my next swim class!

[@TheHollywoodlion]

I just signed up at LA Fitness and they have a rooftop pool and love to swim and I too an a naturists...needed this video! Thanks

[@CClarke]

I wish I watched this with more than 15 minutes before my next swimming lesson. lol. I'm ordering a 2nd cap now so I'll be good for the next one. Hopefully, this works for me too. Thanks.

[@anisa0]

Omg ty def needa try this. We got a salt water pool but washing my hair EVERYDAYYY is wayyyy to much work the detangling and wasted time and money in styling products!!!!!!💜💜💜

[@paulage1art]

I have both of those exact swim caps! Neither of them worked to keep my hair dry!!! But, I will try your combination! Thanks!

[@NurseAggz]

paulage1art I hope it works for you!

[@bumblebee1.0]

Thanks. Going to try this out. Bought cheap and expensive caps, but my hair stays wet! Don't have a showercap like that, but going to try the two swimming caps and headband!

[@user-sk9sn5pg6d]

I am totally trying this because I used to swim competitively and want to start back as a daily form of exercise so totally searching for a way to protect relaxed pixie cut

[@noellemelgar7929]

i hope this works as i am a swimmer and getting a straightening hair treatment and the more it get wet in chlorine the shorter it lasts so this will help me so much thanks

[@butterflyflying100]

Gal, I have the same issue... But i usually have my hair straightened 😁imagine that 😥. thk you for sharing. Love this idea

[@NurseAggz]

youre welcome! thanks for watching . :)

[@irmasanchez5274]

I'm going to do this. Thank you. I was searching on Amazon for the exact headband. Do you have a link? Thank you

[@NurseAggz]

unfortunately i don't but i found something similar: amzn.to/4aGDpB4 :)

[@193littlemiss]

Hi Nurseaggz thank you! I'm going to try this. I'm also a Natural and learning to swim as a grown ass Adult. I feel the water seeping through when I'm fully submerged doing front and back stroke. Will try your hack an will let know....

[@melindawilliams136]

Did it work?

[@brixandblooms]

For me, it's choice to either have my hair wet with chlorinated water or sweat from the swim cap. Whatever damages the least is the choice.

[@ashleyhyman28]

Do you find that 2 swim caps puts alot of pressure on your head? Like, is it tight?

[@NurseAggz]

Ashley Hyman it’s tight but bearable !

[@xjoy1163]

I too have extremely damaged hair. So this was awesome. Thank you. Now to find them polyester head bands. Unfortunately many things on amazon are american and just shipping is no. So hunting tiiiime.

[@victoriaalexxis2738]

this is really neat and good for swim lessons, but to all my competitive swimmers, don’t do this 😭 i feel like if it’s worn over a 4 hour practice you’ll have a brain numbing headache

[@coral1396]

heyyy, and good alternative then?

[@kaleeherman9600]

4 hour long practices!! Dang

[@xxxRobstenxxx]

Girl you're a lifesaver! Thanks for sharing!

[@NurseAggz]

Bookworm :) no problem ☺️

[@Hindzee]

I have swimming lessons this week and definitely will be trying this

[@briiee9751]

Yesss thank you recently took up swimming for fitness and have been terrified of destroying my bleach blonde hair

[@BeaTrice10]

You're adorable. My hair is so dry from chlorine that I can't wait to give this a try. Thanks.

[@marciab1279]

What if only your edges or the parameter gets wet/damp from swimming? Any tips on washing just your edges?

[@aprilmason1616]

Thank you for the tips! I will add those items to my shoppinglist:) also thinking about swimming lessons for adults. I got my first diploma as a child but wasn't able to continue. But for now I'll go on my own^^

[@bizarrasp]

Hey! Thanks for the video! It’s a great hack! Can you use it in the beach? How do you do the pool, you put the swimcap in the locker room and keep it all day? Thanks!

[@NurseAggz]

bizarrasp glad I could help! I get a bag of disposable shower caps and use a new one each time I swim ☺️ I don’t see why you couldn’t use this hack for the beach

[@bizarrasp]

My concern is I will need to put the swimcaps in the hotel, in the mirror and go to the beach already swimcapped.. I don’t know but I think it’s a little weird... I will be a sensation walking in the streets with a swimcap! Lol

[@NurseAggz]

you can keep the swim caps in a bag and put it on right before you need it

[@myishabryant]

I am also taking swimming lessons I’m 28 🎉

[@miggiewithdafro]

I just signed up for swim classes to learn to swim so i want to try this method. I have one more swim cap to purchase and i already have the polyester headband. I need to find my plastic caps too.

[@niamachele4911]

could you link the polyester band you said you used

[@missfabulous24]

Soo helpful omg I’ve been referring back to this video for like two years now!! Thank you!

[@katherinequesada7382]

I hope it works I have curly coarse brittle hair that draws easily I use a swimmers hair product and the c samned cap slips off can't wait to try

[@cynthiacunningham6434]

Can you link the supplies? I'm trying to copy and paste all of this in my life!

[@kitty1977]

Omg thank you for this video.Im about to start swimming lessons and was worried get my hair wet and damaged

[@kattmilk]

Uhm that's a great idea for those who are in cooler environments, or have access to an indoor pool. But here in Florida, if you put all that plastic/spandex on your head, it will turn into a baked potato 🥔! 😂 I think I've found one that actually works. It's called Soul Cap. I use it with a water headband and it works.

[@cathleenlewis3334]

Kia ora, Excellent, thanks. Extremely helpful Cheers from Aotearoa-New Zealand

[@CreationsBy]

Thank you so much for this!! This will really help me.

[@mandster01]

Thank you for sharing the hack..and you’re so charming!

[@rohanharjan9161]

Would you still have to wash your hair like condition and shampoo afterwards or put products in, if so which products do you need

[@corlisstaylor7388]

Thank you. Wear did you get the band?

[@jeffreycollier4220]

you are a living doll well done nice skin pretty teeth great nails wow.

[@catherinesteelman6026]

If you have colored hair should you wear that many if so will i look weird with them on?