Menstruation is a special period for women. During menstruation, women's bodies become weak and their resistance decreases. If not taken seriously, it may lead to gynecological diseases such as dysmenorrhea. Many people believe that women should not wash their hair or take a shower during their menstrual period, but what is the reality?
Can I wash my hair during menstruation
Experts point out that it is possible to wash your hair during the menstrual period, but you should be careful not to get cold during this period. After washing your hair, do not go out for a blow to avoid causing headaches. Taking a shower during menstruation is acceptable, but sitting baths are not allowed. This is very unsanitary and can easily lead to gynecological diseases, which is related to the physiological structure of women!
Precautions for washing hair during menstruation
1. It is possible to wash your hair or take a shower during menstruation while keeping your body warm and the climate warm. But it is best to avoid it a few days before the start of menstruation, and wait until the menstrual flow is slightly less before proceeding. The advantage of doing so is that it can ensure the cleanliness of one's hair while also avoiding the invasion of cold air on the body. However, it is also important to note that you must wash your hair and take a shower with hot water.
2. Washing your hair before going to bed, especially if you don't blow dry your hair before sleeping, is the most likely way to cause colds and menstrual headaches.
According to doctors, if you wash your hair at night without wiping it dry, it will cause water to accumulate on the scalp and condense at night. Over time, this can lead to qi stagnation, blood stasis, and blockage of meridians. If it is in winter, the combination of cold and dampness can easily cause diseases. Therefore, it is best not to wash your hair before going to bed. If you want to wash it, make sure your hair is dry before sleeping.
3. It is best to wash your hair or take a shower during menstruation one to two hours after a full meal to avoid insufficient blood flow. You can choose your bathing time according to your physical condition, for example, people with weak constitution can choose to take a bath at noon when their yang energy is strongest.
