Can Baseball Caps Cause Baldness?
If you’re anything like us, you enjoy wearing and repping your local baseball team with a baseball cap. In fact, you’ll frequently find us wearing a New York Yankees vintage cap or a cap of our home team, the Atlanta Braves. Whether worn as a fashion statement or as an easily recognizable way to signal your support for a team, baseball caps are a fan favorite and are a versatile fashion accessory.
However, while wearing a baseball cap, a common fear that many of us have is whether or not doing so can cause baldness and/or hair loss. A common fear amongst many, baseball caps in particular have received a poor reputation as a common factor in baldness and hair loss.
Below, we are going to look at and discuss just whether or not baseball caps can cause baldness and hair loss and what options and steps you can take to avoid both conditions.
Why Are Baseball Caps So Popular?
Perhaps one of the most popular accessories, particularly for men, baseball caps tend to be worn by both avid and casual baseball and MLB fans. Whether as a show of support and fandom or as a simple fashion accessory, baseball caps are one of the most versatile and simple ways to complete a particular look or fashion trend.
From a fandom perspective, baseball, and MLB caps in particular, are popular amongst both casual and avid fans. Often with a wide range of designs, logos, and insignias, these baseball caps can signal fandom and loyalty to a particular team.
And from a fashion perspective, baseball caps are often a simple, yet versatile, way to complete a particular look or statement. Simple and easy to wear, baseball caps can complete a wardrobe and provide the wearer with added protection from the glaring rays of the sun.
Why do People Wear Baseball Caps?
As mentioned above, there are a plethora of reasons why someone may choose to wear a baseball cap. Whether worn regularly or simply on gameday and while attending a baseball game, baseball caps are one of the most popular and versatile pieces of fashion accessories.
- As a means and ay to show support and fandom to a particular team
- As a fashion statement or accessory
- To hide signs of balding and/or hair loss
- To provide protection from the sun
- To help reduce sweat from accumulating on the head
- To help keep long hair out of the face
- As part of a costume
- As a means to hide one’s identity
- To provide additional warmth on a colder day
- To look chicer and more put together
Do Baseball Caps Cause Baldness or Hair Loss?
Oftentimes, many people who experience hair loss or some levels of baldness will resort to wearing a baseball cap to hide that hair loss. However, for many of those individuals, wearing a baseball cap may cause them to believe that the baseball cap itself is what caused the hair loss.
This is untrue. Baseball caps do not cause baldness, nor do they contribute to hair loss. However, wearing a particularly tight baseball cap, or any head covering, can cause some levels of baldness or hair loss. However, in general, most baseball caps are not tight enough to cause any long-lasting damage or any form of hair loss.
So called traction alopecia, the condition is caused by a localized and isolated trauma to the hair follicles. Typically, due to tight hairstyles or clothing which pulls on the hair repeatedly, traction alopecia can be reversed if identified early enough and given time to regrow.
Best Baseball Caps Available to Purchase
As baseball caps are equal parts fashion statement and equal parts fan loyalty, there are a slew of baseball caps produced each year to keep both casual and avid fans engaged. In fact, baseball caps are one of the most popular collectible items and are frequently resold with a significant markup. Below are some of the best baseball caps which can be purchased now.
- New Era 59Fifty MLB Basic New York Yankees Cap – the New Era 59Fifty MLB Basic New York Yankees Cap takes a new twist on the classic Yankees baseball cap. Featuring the long-admired Yankees logo in a black silhouette, the logo is even more pronounced against an all-black canvas. Perfect for any Yankees fan or anyone looking to complete an all-black fashion statement.
- New Era Atlanta Braves Adjustable 9Fifty MLB Baseball Cap – another classic design, the New Era Atlanta Braves Adjustable 9Fifty MLB Baseball Cap is a perfect baseball cap for those looking to add some color to their wardrobe. With the iconic red, white, and blue colors of the Atlanta Braves, you’ll show your fandom and support for the team while remaining chic and protected from the sun’s rays.
- ’47 Brand Boston Red Sox Clean Up Adjustable Cap – the ’47 Brand Boston Red Sox Clean Up Adjustable Cap provides a retro look to the classic Boston Red Sox logo. With the traditional Boston Red Sox logo emblazoned on the front, the logo is protruded against a gray backdrop. Not as stiff as many other baseball caps, this one is perfect for all-day wear.
- ’47 New York Yankees Cap MLB Cooperstown Logo – speaking of a retro look, the ’47 New York Yankees Cap MLB Cooperstown Logo is one of the most fashionable baseball caps around. Utilizing the Cooperstown Yankees logo against a dark blue canvas, you’ll show your true fandom and loyalty to the Yankees with this cap on.