Splash Happy™ Shower Cap – Stylish Water-Resistant Curl Protection

Splash Happy™ Shower Cap is designed to protect your curl set from splashes, steam and humidity without flattening it — and without making you look like you’re wearing a shower curtain on your head.

These caps are lovingly made in New Zealand by Sarah, who has thoughtfully designed them to feel soft, wearable and genuinely comfortable. That difference is noticeable the moment you put one on.

Once you’ve styled your curls, preservation becomes part of the routine. Whether you’re showering, sitting in the sauna, or heading down for a quick ocean dip, reducing exposure to moisture helps maintain your curl structure and limits unnecessary swelling of the fibre.

The scarf-style design means it looks intentional rather than purely functional. You can tie it loosely or more securely depending on your preference, and it comfortably fits over sleep caps or roller sets without crushing your shape.

The fabric is highly water resistant and breathable, so water beads off the surface rather than soaking through. It is not designed for prolonged submersion under a direct shower stream, but it performs beautifully against splashes, steam and light water exposure.

This is about preserving your work so your curls don’t have to start from scratch.

BEST FOR:
• Protecting your curl set between wash days
• Reducing frizz from shower steam
• Sauna sessions
• Quick ocean dips
• Wearing over sleep caps or roller sets
• Anyone who values soft, locally made accessories

DONNA’S PROFESSIONAL NOTES:
• Even humidity alone can swell the cuticle. That’s often why curls feel puffier after a shower or sauna.
• For showers, angle the shower head down toward the base of your neck rather than directly overhead.
• The adjustable tie allows you to customise the fit without compressing your curls flat to your scalp.
• If you’re heading for a quick ocean dip but don’t want a full reset, this offers splash protection — just don’t treat it like a swim cap.
• Sarah has intentionally chosen a soft, wearable fabric. Fully waterproof materials are usually stiff and uncomfortable, and if something isn’t comfortable, you won’t use it consistently.

KEY FEATURES:
• Designed and made in AOTEAROA NZ
• Scarf-style aesthetic
• Soft, breathable polyester
• Highly water resistant
• Adjustable tie
• One size fits most
• Machine washable

At Curls Naturally, preservation is just as important as styling. If you’ve invested time into your wash day, protecting it well makes everything easier.