Rihanna's Hair Stylist Just Shared What He Looks For In Satin Bonnets
Rihanna's Hair Stylist Just Shared What He Looks For In Satin Bonnets
Whether you roll out of bed with a frizzy mane or silken locks could simply depend on whether or not you wore your bonnet to bed. It’s the nighttime essential that determines whether the drying elements of cotton bedding—soft to the touch but prone to sucking the moisture from hair—will leave you serving brittle-chic in the a.m. (and whether that spontaneous sleepover is really worth it when your satin bonnet’s back at your place).
“Satin doesn’t pull moisture out of hair the way cotton does, and it helps maintain the look of hair,” hairstylist Monica Stevens explains. And while they’re typically worn by those with curly and textured hair, she says absolutely everyone will benefit from the protective cap because it’s easy on strands and helps prevent breakage. By locking in moisture, a bonnet can even promote growth and extend time between washes.
When it comes to finding the right bonnet, the options are endless. You’re in no way limited to the plain black bonnet with the two-inch-wide brim you may be picturing. There are those made for long braids and locs, adjustable bonnets for those who like to switch up their look, and even some you can get away with wearing during the day, says celebrity hairstylist Yusef Williams—though when the sun's out, he typically recommends his clients opt for a silk scarf for what he calls a “Jackie-O moment.”
Whatever look you’re going for, there’s a satin bonnet out there for you ready to extend the life of your look. Trust, you’re in good hands with these expert recs.
1) Mum Reversible Satin Bonnet
Florbella Boutique
florbellaboutique.com
$37.50
Stevens is a big fan of this hand-sewn bonnet. And because it's reversible, it's basically two bonnets in one so you can match them to your PJs.
2) The Kate Silk Hair Wrap
SILKE LONDON
nordstrom.com
$65.00
You can easily get away with sporting this beauty with a t-shirt and jeans. Like satin, the silk this wrap's made from protects from friction damage that'll help maintain your blowout or keep your curl pattern in tact. The key here, says Williams, is 100 percent silk or satin.
3) Satin-Lined Cap
Grace Eleyae
graceeleyae.com
$24.00
Say you're trying to keep your hair looking its best for an evening event. For those days when you have to keep your hair protected all day long, Stevens turns to Grace Eleyae's SLAP caps—or satin-lined caps. On the outside it looks like a regular beanie, while on the inside, the satin's working its magic.
4) The Bobby Nitecap
Nite Cap Co
nitecapco.com
$98.00
"Silk is more expensive," Latoya Boothe, owner of Honey Salon in Harlem, NY points out, but this cap is worth it. "It helps maintain your texture" and keeps it from becoming tangled, she adds.
5) Satin-Lined Knot Turban
Grace Eleyae
graceeleyae.com
$34.94
Thanks to the pre-tied knot, you can just slip this satin-lined turban on and jump right in bed or head out the door!
6) Satin-Lined Shower Cap
Glow By Daye
amazon.com
$21.96
Steven's satin-lined shower cap has lasted her years. The outside shields hair from water, while the satin inside reduces frizz.
But wait, there's more! This one's got an adjustable drawstring AND it's reversible. Yup, douse your tresses in deep conditioner and flip it inside out to become a conditioning cap.
7) All Silk Turban
Grace Eleyae
graceeleyae.com
$77.00
Working with long or extra-thick hair? Don't worry, turbans aren't out of the question for you. This one features hidden drawstrings (a perk Stevens says to look out for) so you can adjust the turban around your hair rather than shoving your locks into one that doesn't fit quite right.
8) Large Silky Bonnet Satin Sleep Cap
SAYMRE
amazon.com
$9.99
"Depending on how much hair you have," says Stevens, you might want to opt for an "oversized bonnet." This one has added volume to fit all your hair, plus the extra-wide brim will protect your edges and stay in place while you sleep.
9) Satin Bonnet
Glow By Daye
glowbydaye.com
$19.99
An extra-large bonnet like this one is key to ensuring every single strand is protected. People don't often think about the way their clothes might be pulling moisture from their hair as well. Williams points out that as temps drop, and turtlenecks and scarves come out of storage, the back of your hair might be more susceptible to breakage, so he stresses protecting it as much as possible while you sleep.
10) Satin Sleep Cap
Kitsch
mykitsch.com
$14.00
This cap from Kitsch, a brand Boothe trusts, is totally adjustable thanks to the ties that keep it in place. You're in control of how tight or loose it'll be.
11) Satin Lined Jersey Sleep Beanie
Kitsch
mykitsch.com
$22.00
Boothe also says satin, like the material lining this cap, will keep hair frizz-free and preserve your hair's volume.
Gotta protect those strands.