# Water-Resistant Headgear These Colorful Swim Caps Help Women Protect Their Hair By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swim-caps References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/397683158/my-swim-cap-swim-have-healthy-hair-and-look-cutefi?ref=category) & [myswimstuff](http://myswimstuff.com/) Karetha Anita Dodd recently launched [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-haus) campaign for a line of colorful swim caps that help women protect their hair from getting wet. For many women, swimming means exposing their hair to chlorine and other harmful chemicals. These swim caps helps women keep their hair dry and free from damage. 'My Swim Cap' is a water-resistant cap that helps women keep their hair dry while swimming. The protective headgear fits any hair type and provides greater protection than traditional swimming caps. Not only are the caps highly functional, but they are also extremely stylish. The fashion-forward swim caps come in a variety of colors and patterns. The colorful swim caps are the perfect accessory for women who love to swim but want to protect their hair from damaging pool chemicals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Water-resistant Swim Gear:** The demand for water-resistant swim gear can lead to the development of innovative swimming accessories that can help swimmers protect their hair and skin from harmful pool chemicals while enjoying their favorite water activities. - **Fashion-forward Sports Accessories:** The popularity of stylish and functional sports accessories can lead to the development of unique and trendy products that cater to consumers' aesthetic and functional preferences. - **Eco-friendly Swim Caps:** The increasing awareness of environmental issues can lead to the development of eco-friendly swim caps that offer the same level of protection, durability, and style as traditional swim caps while minimizing their impact on the environment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports and Leisure:** The sports and leisure industry can benefit from the growing demand for innovative sports and leisure accessories that cater to consumers' needs and preferences. - **Fashion and Beauty:** The fashion and beauty industry can benefit from the increasing interest in sporty and stylish accessories that complement consumers' lifestyles and promote their individuality and confidence. - **Swimming Pool Equipment and Chemicals:** The swimming pool equipment and chemicals industry can benefit from the rising demand for products that protect swimmers' health and well-being and promote sustainable and eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pool-Friendly Hair Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chribs-reparing-hair-mask.md) - [Leakproof Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimwear-collections.md) - [Revolutionary Swimming Flotation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimming-flotation-device.md) - [Inclusive Textured Hair Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gymshark.md) - [Sweat-Proof Hair Conditioners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leavein-conditioning-spray.md) - [Eco-Conscious Rain-Harvesting Headwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daughters-of-rain.md) - [Athletic Nighttime Visibility Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melin-agame-icon-hydro.md) - [Sporty Wig Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-lace-bond-sport-edition.md) - [Stylish Sun-Protective Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upf-collection.md)