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Hair Care

How should I take care of my hair?
DigniCap offers you the chance to minimize hair loss during chemotherapy, but chemotherapy can cause scalp irritation, make the hair dry and brittle and mo...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 12:55 PM
How should Black patients and those with tight curls prepare their hair for scalp cooling?
Please visit the scalp cooling haircare guide on our website for type 3 and 4 hair where you will find extensive information to guide you with hair prep and...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:04 PM
How often can I wash my hair?
Visit dignicap.com/hair-care to see more detailed information regarding hair care for Types 1&2 hair and Types 3&4 hair.   Here are some general su...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:06 PM
How often should I comb my hair?
Comb your hair 1-2 times per day so that you can remove the loose hair from (the scalp) shedding before it gets tangled into the rest of the hair using a wi...
Tue, 12 Jul, 2022 at 10:52 AM
Can I choose what Cooling Intensity I can use during scalp cooling?
Infusion Center staff have been trained on which Cooling Intensity should be used, based on a person's hair thickness and cold tolerability and they sho...
Wed, 19 Jul, 2023 at 10:43 AM
What if my hair gets matted or tangled?
If your hair tangles during scalp cooling, apply a spray in conditioner or detangling spray, then gently attempt to brush out the tangles. Start at the bott...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Can I shave my head and still use scalp cooling?
It is not recommended that patients shave or buzz cut their hair before or during the use of scalp cooling. Scalp cooling should not be used or continued ...
Tue, 2 May, 2023 at 12:31 PM
What kind of shampoo should I use?
The brand of that shampoo and conditioner that you use while scalp cooling isn't important, but there are some parameters to meet that will ensure that ...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:17 PM
What hair products can I use?
Hair products such as conditioners oils and hair masks are a good idea when scalp cooling as they can help to maintain the quality of your hair. Products...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:19 PM
How should I take care of my hair after I finish chemotherapy and scalp cooling?
Congratulations on finishing chemo! Follow the detailed post scalp cooling haircare guide provided for at least 2-3 months after your last chemo sessi...
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026 at 1:29 PM