What's wrong with my Silkies hair-do?

[Clappmeg]

Hi all,

My silkie chicken has always had a nice puffy pom pom on the top of her head. Recently, it has looked really scraggly and almost porcupine-like. I initially thought molting but this is only happening to the one area on top of her head. She also seems to like to dip her whole head in the water bowls or go out and get damp in the rain.. Would this have anything to do with it? See attached pics. Thanks!!

 

[ValerieJ]

Looks like it has been wet to me. wonder why she dips her head in water. Is she getting it wet intentionally?

 

[MysteryChicken]

Wet, & molting. I zoomed in on the photos.

 

[PioneerChicks]

It looks wet to me.