Hair Care Before and After Swim

Hair Care Before and After Swim - Swimming is an exciting sport. But beyond that, swimming is also having an effect that could endanger the health of the scalp and hair. According to researchers from Columbia University, the content of chlorine in swimming pools can reduce the hair's natural oils, this can cause damage to the hair cuticle.

Similarly, a swim at the beach. Sea water has a high salt content which can reduce the moisture in the hair, making hair becomes dry and brittle. But that does not mean you are then forbidden to swim. With proper care you can still get the benefits of swimming without fear of damaging the hair.

Here are some tips on caring for your hair before and after swimming :

Use a swimming cap

Chlorine in the pool water can make the hair become dry. Protect your hair to avoid the adverse effects of chlorine. Use a swimming cap to protect hair from contact with dangerous chemicals in the pool.

Use a moisturizer 

If you decide to swim without a cap, apply a hair moisturizer or olive oil to protect hair from dangerous content of pool water. Hair moisturizer can help to block direct contact of hair with chemicals in the pool or a high salt content in sea water.

Wet your hair

Wet your hair before going to the pool. Dry hair will be easier to absorb the chemicals in the water. Wet hair can help to reduce the absorption of chlorine, or salt water when swimming in the sea. Once you are done swimming, immediately rinse the hair with clean water. Do not delay this activity, so the hair is not too long exposure to chemicals.

Clean your hair

If possible, wash your hair with warm water for about 5 minutes to remove chemicals that stick while swimming. Use shampoos and moisturizers to prevent hair from drying out. For those of you who frequently swimming, use a special shampoo for swimmers that contains serum and moisturizing ingredients to protect hair from damage.

Dry it naturally

Dry your hair gently with towel and let it dry naturally. If you use a hairdryer, choose a hair dryer that provides the features of cold wind. The use of hot winds in the dryer will make the hair become more dry.

Additional treatment

Use a conditioner to make hair moist and strong. Besides can make the hair become healthier, the conditioner can also help hair look neat all day. For those of you who frequently swimming, you should do a hair cream bath or spa on a regular basis. 

If you follow the tips above, then you do not have to worry about your beautiful hair will be damaged.