We’ve all done it — stepping out of a late-night shower, too exhausted to dry our hair, and thinking, “It’s just water — how bad can it be?”

But over time, plenty of myths about going to bed with wet hair have made us question that decision. Let’s set the record straight.

Myth 1: Wet hair causes lice

Fact: Lice don’t appear just because your hair is wet. They’re parasites that spread through close contact or shared personal items like hats and combs.

So no, sleeping with damp hair won’t attract lice — but sharing a pillow with someone who has them could.

Myth 2: There’s no harm in it

Fact: It may seem harmless, but sleeping with wet hair can lead to real problems: