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SOUL CAP - Large Swimming Cap for Long Hair - Designed for Long Hair, Dreadlocks, Weaves, Hair Extensions, Braids, Curls & Afros - Women & Men - Silicone

4.3 out of 5 stars 9,729 ratings
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Color: Black
Size Medium
Color Black
Material Silicone
Brand SOUL CAP
Target Audience Women, Men

About this item

  • DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND: Finding a swim cap that fits well isn't easy. So, we designed the SOUL CAP: with extra room in mind for your hair to fit comfortably.
  • KEEPS YOUR HAIR HEALTHY: Health-conscious swimmers know it's a great way to exercise. But the chemicals that make pools safe can also be harmful to your hair -- and our premium swim caps are the best form of defence.
  • FINDING YOUR FIT: Our large swim caps are ideal for those with long hair past the shoulders, including dreadlocks, weaves, hair extensions, braids, curls and afros. And if you're short on volume, don't worry, the cap falls flat against the back of your head!
  • WHAT MAKES US SO DURABLE? Our caps are made from 100% premium silicone to ensure strength and flexibility. After extensive research and outstanding feedback, we can promise that all hair types will stay protected, with less snag and less stress compared to latex products. The SOUL CAP is built to last and BPA-free.
  • WE ARE BLACK OWNED: Based in London, SOUL CAP a black-owned swimming brand -- with a mission to make swimming inclusive for everyone.
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Big hair deserves big care. Get the Soul Cap Swim Cap For Long Hair. Features Give your volume-blessed hair the protection it deserves with our large swim cap made from 100% premium silicone. It’s strong, safe, and built with extra space – giving you the snug fit and tight seal you need to keep your long and voluminous hair dry and healthy through every demanding swim. We all love the water – but we don’t love the chemicals. SOUL CAP is designed to keep the bad stuff at bay – keeping your hair safe and dry from the harsh effects of chlorine and saltwater. The large swim caps are perfect for long and voluminous hair – with a tight seal against the hairline that keeps the water out and your hair secure. Short on volume? Don’t worry! The SOUL CAP falls flat against the back of your head, giving you the same tight seal without using all the space. The skin-friendly swim caps are made from 100% premium silicone. No latex, no toxins – just the clean and safe protection you need to keep your hair happy and healthy. SwimOutlet is proud to be the exclusive US swim retailer of SOUL CAP. Details Fabric:100% Premium Silicone Care:Rinse with cold water, pat down with a towel and leave to air dry after use to help prolong the life of the cap. Adjustable:No Size:Medium: (H) 23cm, (W) 25cm, (Opening) 18.5cm; Large: (H) 24cm, (W) 28.5cm, (Opening) 19cm; XLarge: (H) 28.5cm, (W) 31cm, (Opening) 22cm; XXLarge: (H) 35.5cm, (W) 31cm, (Opening) 23cm Country of Origin:Imported In Partnership with Tankproof We believe swimming is a vital life skill and should be available to everyone regardless of income or background. A portion of proceeds from SOUL CAP purchases on SwimOutlet.com will be donated to Tankproof, a nonprofit dedicated to providing access, equity, and opportunity through swimming lessons to make communities safer and even save lives.

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Item Package Dimensions L x W x H ‎8.78 x 4.84 x 0.75 inches
Package Weight ‎0.11 Kilograms
Brand Name ‎SOUL CAP
Warranty Description ‎Lifetime Warranty
Model Name ‎SOUL CAP
Color ‎Black
Material ‎Silicone
Suggested Users ‎unisex-adult
Manufacturer ‎Sesemane Ltd
Included Components ‎1x Swim Cap
Size ‎Medium

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ASIN B08Y5TNSD5
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4.3 out of 5 stars 9,729 ratings

4.3 out of 5 stars
Best Sellers Rank #1,586 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
#9 in Swimming Caps
Date First Available March 5, 2021

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Customers find the swim cap comfortable, with plenty of room for large heads, and appreciate its sturdy material that works well for swimming lessons. The cap receives positive feedback for its functionality, with one customer noting it's particularly suitable for crochet faux locks. While some customers say it keeps their hair dry, others report water getting in around the edges, and opinions on value for money are divided between those who find it worth the price and those who consider it poor quality.

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534 customers mention "Fit"430 positive104 negative

Customers are satisfied with how the swim cap accommodates their hair, with plenty of room for large heads and braids, and appreciate the variety of sizing options available.

"...best swim cap if you have long and/or thick hair, it is large enough for all your hair with room to spare but still seals around the edges to keep..." Read more

"...I appreciated the tight band (it wasn’t painful) because it kept the cap secure...." Read more

"I love that I finally found a cap that accommodates my big hair. Unfortunately my hair still gets wet and not just at the edges...." Read more

"I’ve tried numerous swimming caps & this is by far the best. Fits all of our hair & does not get our hair wet." Read more

180 customers mention "Quality"172 positive8 negative

Customers find the swim cap to be excellent, noting it's better than most caps and works well as a shower cap.

"This is just the best swim cap if you have long and/or thick hair, it is large enough for all your hair with room to spare but still seals around..." Read more

"...A perfect product. I can finally get to swim without the burden of wet, chlorine smelling hair!" Read more

"Great product it fits very good and comfortable I have a size xxl and it holds my Wics ( Thick Locs)" Read more

"...hair, easy to swim in, some seepage into cap, but better for hair than swimming without a cap." Read more

162 customers mention "Durability"123 positive39 negative

Customers appreciate the swim cap's durability, noting its sturdy quality material and secure fit, with one customer mentioning it stood up well to waves crashing.

"...It will protect your hair from pool or saltwater. It’s high quality, sturdy, (but stretchy), looks good, and is holding up well...." Read more

"...It’s very durable and I didn’t experience any tearing or other malfunction...." Read more

"...The silicone material is both durable and comfortable, ensuring a secure fit without pulling or discomfort...." Read more

"...I want to invest the money in it again because it seems like it's poorly made it but not stay over my ears and this is large for my head cuz I don't..." Read more

134 customers mention "Functionality"97 positive37 negative

Customers find that the swim cap works well, particularly for swimming lessons and with crochet faux locks, with one customer noting it performs better when the hair is dampened.

"...Still doing laps, diving, floating, playing around. Still no issues!..." Read more

"...I do recommend this cap. It's comfortable and mostly works but I will continue my quest for the swim cap that actually keeps my big hair dry and..." Read more

"Hair was soaked and did not work for me. Followed all advise, watched videos, and read tips." Read more

"...I bet this works perfect for you if you mainly wanna hang out in the pool with like splashing kids and paddle around a bit...." Read more

117 customers mention "Comfort"108 positive9 negative

Customers find the swim cap comfortable and soft, with one customer noting it accommodates a good volume of hair without being too tight.

"...I do recommend this cap. It's comfortable and mostly works but I will continue my quest for the swim cap that actually keeps my big hair dry and..." Read more

"...The silicone material is both durable and comfortable, ensuring a secure fit without pulling or discomfort...." Read more

"Great product it fits very good and comfortable I have a size xxl and it holds my Wics ( Thick Locs)" Read more

"I like that it’s big enough to fit my hair and not give me a headache, but it doesn’t keep the water out much at all" Read more

468 customers mention "Hair dryness"267 positive201 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with how well the swim cap keeps hair dry, with some reporting complete protection while others mention water getting in around the edges and around their ears.

"...your hair with room to spare but still seals around the edges to keep your hair dry (except for the very edges)...." Read more

"...Unfortunately my hair still gets wet and not just at the edges...." Read more

"...It’s been to hot springs, saltwater pools, chlorinated pools, the ocean, the bay, um basically all types of water. I’ve had plenty of hairstyles too...." Read more

"...Fits all of our hair & does not get our hair wet." Read more

64 customers mention "Water capacity"32 positive32 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the swim cap's water resistance: while some report minimal leakage, others mention that water fills the cap and seeps under the seal.

"...is large enough for all your hair with room to spare but still seals around the edges to keep your hair dry (except for the very edges)...." Read more

"Fairly easy to put on over long hair, easy to swim in, some seepage into cap, but better for hair than swimming without a cap." Read more

"...the generous coverage of my ears which helped mostly prevent water getting in my ear canals..." Read more

"...fit her head much better and it didn’t slip off it was full of water at the end of class. I mean when she took it off water poured out of the cap...." Read more

60 customers mention "Value for money"36 positive24 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the swim cap's value for money, with some finding it worth the price while others consider it quite a waste of money.

"...But your mileage may vary. But it's an awesome value for the money." Read more

"...over my head it just pop like a balloon instantly so this is a very poor product I only gave it to one because he had to give it something but I do..." Read more

"...Highly recommended and worth every dollar!" Read more

"...My hair is consistently getting wet and the quality feels much cheaper than other brands I’ve tried...." Read more

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I haven’t used it yet but it’s big enough for when I wear braids. I hope it keeps my hair dry.
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Top reviews from the United States

  • Emma
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal for thick hair
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2025
    Size: X-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    This is just the best swim cap if you have long and/or thick hair, it is large enough for all your hair with room to spare but still seals around the edges to keep your hair dry (except for the very edges). It will protect your hair from pool or saltwater. It’s high quality, sturdy,
    (but stretchy), looks good, and is holding up well. I’m super happy with it.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love this! Highly recommend
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2023
    Size: X-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    10/10. Bought one for myself to test, loved it, then got my mom one a couple days later. I bought this because I love swimming but hate the time it takes to dry my hair afterward. Didn’t trust the other brands and was so happy to find one that catered to Black/POC women and our hair. It’s stylish for a swim cap.

    I used this cap every day for about 3 weeks (chlorinated pool, ocean, and saltwater pool), each time fully submerging my head and swimming regularly. I have butt-length medium box braids which all fit comfortably inside the cap with room to spare. I wrapped the braids around my head then put the cap on - I also wore with my hair in a bun a couple times under the cap but it wasn’t my favorite. I appreciated the tight band (it wasn’t painful) because it kept the cap secure. I recommend measuring the circumference of your head and going by that, you definitely want the band to be 1-2 inches smaller. It’s very durable and I didn’t experience any tearing or other malfunction. It does get warm in the cap, sometimes sweat from inside the cap feels like water seeping in but it isn’t.

    Tips: pull cap down completely over your ears and about 1-2 inches below hairline for a watertight seal. Make sure your skin is clean and dry without make-up, sweat, hair product runoff, etc. otherwise the band will slip. I found that sweat from inside the cap did NOT cause slippage IF you put the cap on before that starts

    I also use this in the shower and for deep conditioning. It’s easy to wash and dries quickly.

    9.5.25 update: I’ve been using this cap about once a month since I bought it. It’s been to hot springs, saltwater pools, chlorinated pools, the ocean, the bay, um basically all types of water. I’ve had plenty of hairstyles too. Still doing laps, diving, floating, playing around. Still no issues! My mom’s has not been used as much - maybe once every 6 months or so - and hers is fine too. We still recommend!

    For the deep conditioning I forgot to say you can use a regular plastic bag first then put the cap on over it. I usually do it that way bc it gets slippery but not every time. I’ve used my hooded dryer a few times with no issues… it just gets too hot for me. The cap alone is enough.
    120 people found this helpful
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  • Anja O
    4.0 out of 5 stars Almost but still not the unicorn.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2024
    Size: X-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    I love that I finally found a cap that accommodates my big hair. Unfortunately my hair still gets wet and not just at the edges. This will work for the splashes and light recreational swimming but not if you are doing laps or going underwater. So if you are looking to keep your hair dry or protected from chlorine this won't work. I have a big head along with my big hair so I was surprised that the seal wasn't as tight as I'm used to with other caps. I do like the generous coverage of my ears which helped mostly prevent water getting in my ear canals (I do wear ear plugs when I swim as well but they fall out occasionally). I do recommend this cap. It's comfortable and mostly works but I will continue my quest for the swim cap that actually keeps my big hair dry and fits my giant noggin. Unfortunately, I think I might be searching for a unicorn.
    73 people found this helpful
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  • Lamont Wynn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Size xxl
    Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2025
    Size: XX-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    Great product it fits very good and comfortable I have a size xxl and it holds my Wics ( Thick Locs)
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  • Cece
    3.0 out of 5 stars Almost there
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2025
    Size: X-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    I used this yesterday. It's great if you're above water but the minute you dip your head in thr back will be wet most definitely. The rim either needs to be tighter or have a draw string! Almost yall almost make it better for athletic swimming.
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  • BMW
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
    Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2025
    Size: MediumColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    I’ve tried numerous swimming caps & this is by far the best. Fits all of our hair & does not get our hair wet.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Me
    5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly works
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
    Size: MediumColor: NavyVerified Purchase
    I have to admit after reading the comments I was still skeptical about whether it would work or not. During my lesson I did go deep under and it felt like my entire head was getting soak by the water. However, at the end upon taking the cap off real slow I found the edges were the only thing to get wet. I did have my hair braided so that it was going upward at least to the crown of my head before using the cap. I had to remove my stud earrings for the cap to fit flat around ears. It did raise up a little I had to pull it down. I used a medium because there was so much room left over in the large. I'm thinking about trying the large next. even with the cap down over my ears water did get into my ears.
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  • Alejandra Flores Tamayo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buen producto
    Reviewed in Mexico on January 31, 2024
    Size: XX-LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    Compré esta gorra, porque mi cabello en ese momento era muy largo y me cubrió muy bien
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  • Mel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice large swim cap
    Reviewed in Singapore on May 28, 2021
    Size: LargeColor: NavyVerified Purchase
    I'm happy to found this large swim cap, ordered a large for long hair, it fitted well with excess room at the back though. With this big design felt comfortably covering ears & forehead without feeling too snap tight.
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  • Evado
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bra badmössa
    Reviewed in Sweden on March 3, 2024
    Size: LargeColor: BurgundyVerified Purchase
    Köpte denna badmössa till min dotter som har mycket hår och simmar varje vecka. Det fungerar bra och hon tycker om detta.
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  • C.D.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Schöne große Badekappe
    Reviewed in Germany on May 14, 2020
    Size: LargeColor: BlackVerified Purchase
    Die Badekappe lässt sich einfach aufziehen und beherbergt gut und sicher lange dicke Haare. Bis auf die Ränder hält sie auch dicht und drückt nicht. Sie hat ein angenehmes Tragegefühl (soweit man das bei Badekappen überhaupt sagen kann).
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  • MW
    5.0 out of 5 stars sehr gutes Produkt und sehr guter, kulanter Service
    Reviewed in Germany on November 6, 2019
    Size: X-LargeColor: NavyVerified Purchase
    Die Badekappe ist Super! Endlich eine Badekappe, die nicht zu eng ist und nicht drückt! Ich habe lange gesucht und bin jetzt sehr zufrieden!
    Auch die 90-Tage-Zufriedenheits-Garantie wird ernst genommen. Ich konnte die Badekappe problemlos von XL auf L tauschen. Sehr nett und sehr guter Service!
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