Trust, especially among consumers, is much more difficult to measure and compare – and brand damage is correlated with Trust. Since curls are most fragile when wet, it is critical to use a gentle fabric and Aquis’ is designed to give curls definition, Weber adds.Note: this article will only look at quantifiable damage – in particular, stock price. “I find that getting great curl definition starts right out of the shower with choosing the correct towel,” she explains. Beth Weber, hairstylist and founder of Refuge Hair, also suggests it to clients with curly, delicate hair types. Both Jenna Perry, founder of Jenna Perry Hair Studio, and hair stylist Patricia Morales recommend the Aquis towel for fine or brittle hair types, because the material is quite lightweight and gentle. Unlike traditional hair towels, Aquis’ microfiber uses an “Aquiflex fiber,” a water-wicking fabric made from a blend of polyester and nylon that promises to dry hair twice as fast as a standard bath towel. “The turban truly - and I’m not being dramatic - changed my life,” she says, and suggests it to anyone “who struggles with frizz or hates waiting around for their hair to dry.” On her recommendation, I also started using the turban after the brand kindly gifted me a sample and, after using them after every shower for the past several months, found that my hair looked much healthier than it had before. Strategist contributor Rio Viera-Newton was the first to turn us on to the magic of the Aquis hair towel. Type of fastener: You’ll also want to pay attention to the type of fastener a hair towel uses to ensure it will stay in place as you wait for your hair to dry. And soft cotton - like one would find in a T-shirt - is best for damaged hair types who need something extremely gentle. While satin won’t dry as quickly, it can also be a good option for those with curly or wavy hair types who want to maintain their curl patterns. “Microfiber towels, by design, reduce the amount of friction your hair is subjected to when towel drying,” she explains, and are the best at wicking away moisture. Material: According to hair stylist Patricia Morales, you want your hair towel to be made from microfiber, satin, or soft cotton. So I turned to six hairstyling professionals to get their opinions on which hair towels are the best and have compiled a range of their recommendations below for every hair type.īest overall | Best (less-expensive) | Best for fine hair | Best for textured hair | Best for curly hair | Best for fine, curly hair | Best for thick hair | Best for frizz | Best for extensions | Best for damaged hair Hair towels, on the other hand, are designed specifically to be gentle on hair and also cut down on drying time. This creates far too much friction on wet hair and will ultimately cause more breakage, fragility, and overall damage to the hair, explains hair stylist Virginie Pineda. While using a regular towel to dry hair may seem fine, the standard cotton or terry cloth towel is actually too heavy and rough. While investing in the right products and tools for your hair is a no-brainer for many people, one last crucial hair care product is often overlooked: your towel. Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photos: Retailers
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