Which towel is best for your hair?

Gently drying your hair

There are many myths and debates surrounding hair drying. Frequent blow-drying, especially at high temperatures, is said to dry out hair and make it brittle. However, some experts argue that air-drying can also be damaging, as the moisture causes the hair to swell, become heavier and create additional stress on the hair structure. This, too, can lead to split ends.

When drying your hair gently, towels can be a great help. You can use them to carefully squeeze out excess water first, and then either let your hair air-dry or blow-dry it on a low heat setting.

Wrapping your hair in a towel turban

Many magazines recommend quick-drying towels, which dry long and thick hair efficiently, making both blow-drying and air-drying quicker afterwards. These towels are often made from microfibre, which absorbs a large amount of water and dries quickly, but does not add volume. If you are also mindful of the environment, it is best to avoid synthetic fibres. Towels with a proportion of natural viscose made from bamboo pulp are a better option, such as those in the MÖVE BAMBOO LUXE collection.

To avoid damaging damp hair, you should never rub it dry. Instead, gently squeeze out the water first. You can then twist the towel into a turban that sits securely on your head.

How to tie a towel turban:

1. Bend forward so that your hair hangs down over your head.
2. Place the towel centrally on the back of your head and neck, allowing the ends to hang evenly on either side.
3. Take one side of the towel and wrap it across your forehead, then bring the other side towards the centre.
4. Fold in this corner and use your other hand to take either the ends of your hair or the towel, tucking the end securely at the nape of your neck.

If you wish to detangle your hair before wrapping it, it is best to use a wide-toothed comb rather than a brush. You should also avoid twisting both your hair and the towel together. While this may seem convenient and keeps the turban secure without tucking it in, it can damage the hair structure.

Simple & practical: the hair turban

Depending on hair length and activity, a self-tied hair turban may come undone quite quickly. While experienced users can retie it in seconds, a purpose-designed hair turban is a more practical everyday solution. It can be fastened with a loop and button at the nape of the neck, ensuring it stays securely in place.

The MÖVE terry towel turban is available in a variety of designs and colours and is a real eye-catcher. It is therefore ideal not only for use at home, but also for spa days or visits to the swimming pool. You can learn more about how it works and how to wear it here: “What is a towel turban?”

Which towel is suitable for curly hair?

Anyone with curly hair knows that many general haircare tips are not tailored to curls—and in the worst cases, they can even cause damage.

The best towel for curly or wavy hair depends partly on the desired result. Some people avoid cotton to prevent excessive moisture loss—not just from towels, but from anything that comes into contact with their hair—and instead use silk or satin bedding.

However, cotton is not necessarily harmful for curly hair. For example, in the “plopping” method, cotton towels are used specifically to absorb as much moisture as possible. This technique uses styling products but no heat, helping curls remain defined and shiny without being stretched out during drying.

Ultimately, both your care products and your choice of towel should be selected according to the results you want to achieve.

The right towel for your hair: summary

Whether you prefer to gently dry your hair in a towel or use it to dry completely, you should choose a size and texture that suits your hair type. A towel turban is suitable both for preparing your hair before blow-drying and for longer drying periods. If you prefer not to use a turban, a standard towel measuring around 50 x 100 cm is also a good option. This size is ideal for most hair lengths and can be easily wrapped around the head.

Even when you are in a hurry and do not want to give up blow-drying, you should always gently towel-dry your hair first to minimise damage and protect its structure.