Let’s go over some additional advice on what to do if your hair is already exhibiting signs of damage now that you know what causes swimmer’s hair and how to avoid it in the future. Then, we’ll examine what we’ll refer to as “swimmer’s skin.” (Yeah, I’m very certain we just coined that phrase. You get the point, though.)
Swimmer’s Hair: Take Special Care
We strongly advise washing your hair right away after swimming, whether or not you were careful to soak it with fresh water before entering the pool. This recommendation is especially necessary if you have long, light-colored, or color-treated hair. In that case, we also strongly advise using a chlorine-neutralizing shampoo, or at the very least, one without sulfates. This kind of shampoo is useful in reducing chlorine’s negative effects. If you forget your shampoo, give your hair at least 5 minutes to soak in fresh water or thoroughly rinse your hair in a shower’s fresh water to get rid of the chlorine.
You can also prevent chlorine’s harmful effects by implementing your everyday hair treatment regimen. After washing your hair, adding apple cider vinegar to your rinse can help get rid of the buildup that results in dullness. Your hair can also be kept moisturized by using a conditioner that provides deep moisturization. And of course, wherever feasible, let your hair air dry rather than using a blow dryer, gently detangling your hair with a wide-toothed comb and using a towel to absorb the bulk of the moisture.
Swimmer’s Skin: Cause & Care
Your skin can become damaged from frequent exposure to chlorinated pool water, just like your hair can. Because of the production of free radicals brought on by oxidation, chlorine not only removes the natural oils from your skin but also damages important fatty acids and vitamin E. Generally speaking, that can result in tight, itchy skin. In particular, you might notice that your scalp feels dry and itchy. A swim cap can be helpful for minimizing how much chlorinated water makes contact with your scalp.
Sometimes the condition known as “swimmer’s skin” manifests as a rash or causes pre-existing skin conditions like eczema to flare up. Repeated exposure to chlorine can even cause acne flare-ups or leave you with a generally dry, flaky, or prematurely aged skin. Additionally, your cuticles and nail beds may seem dry and damaged.
Applying moisturizer or oil before getting into the water will help to lessen the impact of chlorine on your skin and nails. After swimming, immediately rinse in clean water. Then use gentle skin moisturizers which are all-natural and provide deep hydration to help restore healthiness to your skin. You can lessen the drying effects of chlorine in addition to these topical remedies by drinking lots of water before and after your time in the pool.
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