Will taking a shower with very cold water adversely affect scalp hair in any way?

January 28, 2019
Asked By:mowgli1703 in Durham, NC

I'm a 27 year old male with male patterned baldness. I have been on Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole & Biotin for about 3 years with good results. Recently, I've adopted a rigorous workout regimen. I hear that a cold water shower after such a workout is beneficial to muscle recovery. Obviously, it is winter so the water is very cold right now. I was wondering, if such cold water adversely affects scalp hair in any way? Is it safe to continue taking cold showers without affecting hair loss?

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January 29, 2019

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February 18, 2019

Answer: Scalp Hair

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February 18, 2019

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February 15, 2019

Answer: Cold showers & hair

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January 30, 2019

Answer: Cold showers are good for you

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