Polyester

[Keepitgrowing29]

So,

I just bought a brand new paisley square scarf from Walmart. I had planned to use it to cover my hair. Only thing is, it's made from 100% polyester. I know that satin and silk are appropriate hair coverings but what about Polyester? It's not cotton?

[sedonia]

It might not be as breathable as cotton or silk, so it might feel hotter. What do you mean by appropriate hair covering?

Satin is a kind of weave, not the material something is made of. Satin can be made of polyester, silk or acetate. Silk can be woven into many types of fabric, from tissue-thin chiffon to thick, burlap-type material.

Silk

[Anje]

My hair bonnet is polyester. If it's got a smooth satin weave, it'll still slide nicely over hair. However, like sedonia said, polyester doesn't breathe very well. For that reason, I dislike it for pillowcases.

[DoubleCrowned]

Polyester is synthetic, so creates static. I have no experience with polyester scarves or pillowcases, but it seems like using a natural fiber would be safer for hair.

[Slinks]

I made myself a satin polyester sleep bonnet the other night, smooth side in, I've slept with it twice so far I LOVE it .. lol, I have both the pillowcase and the bonnet !! :-)

[kwaniesiam]

As long as the material is soft it will be fine, polyester just doesn't breathe very well so you may end up sweating under it in warm weather.

[Helix]

Satin is a type of weave and not a particular type of fabric. Your scarf is probably 100% polyester woven in a satin weave. It should work just fine.

[SimplyViki]

Don't use it! Your hair will slowly absorb the synthetic material and become impenetrable to moisture. You will regret it!

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Yeah, I'm totally kidding. :p It's fine, just might not be terribly breathable. Long as it's smooth and comfy, all's well!