When the weather forecast predicts freezing temperatures, it’s the perfect time to pamper not just your head, but your whole body with a big dose of extra warmth and softness. This is important every day during your treatment, but even more so when the cold starts creeping into your body and indoor heating dries out your skin. And the good news? It’s super simple to do. These three easy tips will keep you warm and comfortable all winter long.
Tip 1: Wear a Sleep Cap as an Extra Cozy Layer
Is your head craving some extra warmth, whether you’re indoors or out?
Pop a soft sleep cap under your chemo hat or scarf, and let just a little edge of it peek out over your forehead for a fun pop of color.
Prefer to head out in a stylish wool or felt hat as a fashion statement? Go for it! Hats are perfect for experimenting with different looks. But if you’ve lost your hair due to chemo or alopecia, wool and felt can feel scratchy, and the inner bands or seams can irritate sensitive skin. The solution: wear a sleep cap underneath. It adds a soft, protective barrier that prevents itching and irritation—while keeping you extra warm.
Tip 2: Give Your Skin Some Extra TLC
Does your skin feel tighter or more sensitive during the winter? Totally normal—cold weather means your skin needs extra hydration. And that care starts in the shower. As the temperatures drop, choose a rich, nourishing shower product. Even the minerals in tap water can dry out your skin, so using a gentle, moisturizing formula makes all the difference.
We love the shower oil by Même, made with 97% natural ingredients like cucumber extract, royal jelly, and niacinamide (vitamin B).
Another big plus: the scent is so subtle it won’t overwhelm you if your sense of smell has become extra sensitive due to chemo.
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Tip 3: Wrap Up in a Hannah Scarf for Soft, Cozy Warmth
Our Hannah scarf, made from 100% soft tetra cotton, isn’t just perfect for summer—it keeps your head toasty warm in winter too!
The secret is in the design: its long ties can be wrapped around your head multiple times, creating layer after layer of cozy warmth. The waffle-textured fabric traps heat beautifully between the folds of the scarf.
As the weather warms up, simply wrap it loosely or just once, letting the ties drape freely for a lighter, breezier style.
Hannah truly is a year-round essential!
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