diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
index b5775652d8f6..2e551f65d674 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
@@ -380,7 +380,7 @@ GLOBAL_LIST_INIT(allowed_helmet_items, list(
 
 	var/obj/item/storage/internal/headgear/pockets
 	var/storage_slots = 2 // keep in mind, one slot is reserved for garb items
-	var/storage_slots_reserved_for_garb = 1
+	var/storage_slots_reserved_for_garb = 2
 	var/storage_max_w_class = SIZE_TINY // can hold tiny items only, EXCEPT for glasses & metal flask.
 	var/storage_max_storage_space = 4