Why Face Caps Are Nigeria’s Unsung Heat-Saver

It began months ago when I mentioned the scorching sun on my evening walk home to my fiancée. She gifted me a cold flask and a face cap. The flask was an instant hit, but I ignored the cap. One afternoon, I finally gave the cap a try. I felt less heat on my face, less dust in my hair and eyes, and more comfort during my walk. Even my eyes felt more relaxed under the blazing sun. That experience made me wonder why face caps aren’t everyday wear here. Fashion trends, visible hairstyles and corporate dress codes have sidelined them. Yet for students, athletes, outdoor workers and anyone trekking under the sun, caps remain practical. Schools could even add them to sports kits for inter-house activities.

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