unbearable. With the shower cap secured, I felt confident it wouldn’t dry out overnight. I wrapped the towel around my pillow just in case, turned off the light, and drifted into sleep—half curious, half skeptical.
Waking Up to a Surprise
Morning came with the faint tang of vinegar in the air. My hair felt slightly damp under the cap, but not sticky or oily. When I lifted the cap away, I was relieved: no residue, no mess.
I rinsed thoroughly with lukewarm water, then followed with a small amount of
