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Best Scrub Caps for Nurses

WRITTEN BY Sasha Portwood, RN, BSN, MSN
DATE

May 16 2022


CATEGORIES Nurse Life

Are you a nurse at the bedside looking for a stylish way to keep hair and sweat out of your face? While working in certain nursing specialties (like the Operating Room) might require employees to wear surgical caps, you don’t have to limit yourself to the drab hospital-issued selection. There are lots of choices out there, but we’ve narrowed the search to the five most popular scrub cap options.

ProductPriceWhere to buy
KimKaps Scrub Caps
& Surgical Hats
$14.99-
$15.99
Kimkaps.com
Designer Surgical Caps $13.75-
$19.00
Surgicalcaps.com
Sparkling Earth Headwear
& Accessories
$10.95-
$14.95
Sparklingearth.com
Abamerica Scrub Caps$29.99Abamerica.com
Taylor Made Scrub Hats$11.15-
$19.99
Taylormadescrubcaps.com

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#1 KimKaps Scrub Caps & Surgical Hats

This nurse-founded, family owned company has hundreds of scrub cap designs and styles to choose from. Caps are made from 100% cotton and can be machine washed for easy laundering. Ten different cap styles are available including: bouffant, tie-back, european, ponytail, and satin. 

From prints to solids there are multiple options to suit your individual style. Additional accessories are available as well such as headbands and mask snaps. If you see a design you like while shopping online, act fast – this company is known for updating their design patterns regularly!

Cost

$14.99-$15.99, caps can be embroidered for an additional fee

Where to buy

Kimkaps.com 

#2 Designer Surgical Caps

This company has an impressive catalog of design choices and styles including classic surgical, ponytail, bouffant, and extra-large surgical caps. Caps are made of 100% cotton and are advertised as pre-washed and ready to wear, with worldwide shipping.

A variety of solids and prints are available, even some glow-in-the-dark designs! Frequent users describe these caps as soft and durable with quality stitching. 

Cost

$13.75-$19.00 (20% off first order with email signup) 

Where to buy

Surgicalcaps.com

#3 Sparkling Earth Headwear and Accessories

Sparkling Earth surgical scrub caps are also 100% breathable cotton with hundreds of designs and styles to choose from. All caps come with a built-in sweatband and are highly durable. 

Design choices include bouffant, big hair, comfort, and surgical. Each cap design has embroidery patch options to choose from for some extra flair. Patch designs include stethoscopes, medical hearts, butterflies, and caduceus symbols just to name a few. 

Cost

$10.95-$14.95

Where to buy

Sparklingearth.com

#4 Abamerica Scrub Caps

Design choices with this company include the ponytail cap, unisex cap, and bouffant cap. All caps are made of 100% polyester and come in sizes from S-XXL. Each design includes four buttons (two on each side) where masks can be hung. 

Material is light and breathable, and all caps are double stitched for extra durability. While many surgical caps can be machine washed, these must be hand-washed. Abamerica also has a loyalty program which includes discounts and promotional offers that can be applied to future purchases.

Cost

$29.99

Where to buy

Abamericascrubs.com 

#5 Taylor Made Scrub Hats

These scrub hats are designed by medical professionals and come in four different designs: original, skull hat, ponytail, and euro. All styles are 100% cotton and double layered for extra absorption. 

Taylor Made recommends handwashing all caps in cold water for best wear. While this company has hundreds of colors, styles, and designs to choose from, you can contact them directly for custom orders. You can choose a specific fabric with a certain logo or character. 

These caps come in many different styles for you to personalize so they make great “thank you” gifts for the nurses in your life.

Cost

$11.15-$19.99 (10% off first order with email signup)

Where to buy

Taylormadescrubhats.com

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Important Considerations

It can be overwhelming looking through hundreds of different designs and styles of scrub caps, but it might help to keep a few things in mind when narrowing down your search:

  • Are you allergic to specific materials or textiles such as cotton or polyester?
  • Do you have a larger than average head size? Some scrub cap companies have sizing that is “one size fits most” while others have more specific sizing like S-XL. 
  • Do you experience excess sweating and need a cap with a built-in sweat band?
  • Do you have a lot of hair and need a design that will accommodate your hairstyle?
  • Do you need specific colors to coordinate with any dress code restrictions your employer has?
  • Are you looking for a cap that can have embroidery or personalization?
  • Do you need a design that includes buttons where a mask can be attached?

Next Steps

There are dozens of websites out there to assist you in your search for the right scrub cap. Most options are extremely affordable, which makes these accessories a great gift for either yourself or the wonderful nurse in your life.

When you’re at the bedside for hours at a time, it’s important to have attire that is functional, comfortable, and practical. But it’s ok to have fun and let your personal style shine through! You might need to try a few different designs or styles before you find what suits you best, just remember to have fun along the way.

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Sources
  • “Abamerica Scrub Caps.” abamericascrubs.com. Accessed May 9, 2022.
  • “Designer Surgical Caps.” surgicalcaps.com. Accessed May 9, 2022.
  • “KimKaps Scrub Caps and Surgical Hats.” kimkaps.com. Accessed May 9, 2022.
  • “Sparkling Earth Headwear & Accessories.” sparklingearth.com. Accessed May 9, 2022. 
  • “Taylor Made Scrub Hats.” taylormadescrubhats.com. Accessed May 9, 2022.
  • Photo by Photo by borabalbey on iStock

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Written by Sasha Portwood, RN, BSN, MSN

Sasha Portwood is a Registered Nurse and freelance health writer. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Mount St. Mary’s College and her Master’s of Science from University of Alaska Anchorage. She has worked in the specialties of psychiatry, education, and utilization review. She enjoys playing video games and Legos with her sons.

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