ANSWER: Using a cold cap can significantly reduce hair loss caused by chemotherapy. Although some minor side effects may occur, no serious side effects have been associated with cold caps. Some have questioned whether cold caps might prevent chemotherapy from reaching cancer cells in the scalp.

How much does cold capping cost?

Cold caps typically cost about $380 to $450 per month, plus shipping costs and a refundable security deposit in some cases. Scalp cooling systems can cost from $2,000 to $2,200 for a full course of chemotherapy.

How painful is the cold cap?

What do cold caps feel like? As you'd expect cold caps are very cold, and they can be quite heavy. Some women describe having a headache while wearing one. I did use the cold cap and can only explain the experience as having a severe ice cream headache or brain freeze for 10–15 minutes.