Hi my last chemo and cold capping is next week. My oncologist has given me go ahead to book a last min holiday but my question is will my hair be ok in the heat as I’ve managed to save 80% of it cold capping?
It would be sensible to wear a hat in strong sunshine, and use a gentle PH balanced shampoo. Your scalp may be more sensitive for a while after having chemotherapy drugs. There are some scalp/hair products that you can leave in, or rub in, that may help. Sometimes chlorine in swimming pools can also irritate the scalp, so may be use a swimming hat. Using a high SPF 30 to 50 suncream/sunstick, paying attention to face, ears, and hairline will help.
It is difficult to know how sensitive you might be, as everyone varies, but best to take some measures for comfort.
It would be sensible to wear a hat in strong sunshine, and use a gentle PH balanced shampoo. Your scalp may be more sensitive for a while after having chemotherapy drugs. There are some scalp/hair products that you can leave in, or rub in, that may help. Sometimes chlorine in swimming pools can also irritate the scalp, so may be use a swimming hat. Using a high SPF 30 to 50 suncream/sunstick, paying attention to face, ears, and hairline will help.
It is difficult to know how sensitive you might be, as everyone varies, but best to take some measures for comfort.
