Summer is all about sun, swimsuits, and spontaneous dips in the pool, but your hair didn’t exactly sign up for a chlorine bath. One- two swims too many, now your hair soft strands are dry, brittle, and staging a rebellion. While your skin gets SPF and your eyes get shades, your hair often gets… neglected.

Chlorine is great for keeping pool water clean—it kills off germs and bacteria by turning into hypochlorous acid when mixed with water. While that’s good news for hygiene, it’s not so great for our skin and hair. Hair, in particular, is vulnerable. When it’s wet, it becomes more fragile and prone to breakage, and chlorine only makes that worse by stripping away its natural oils. So while your pool might be sparkling, your strands could be paying the price. So if you want to know how you can protect your hair, while also not compromising on fun- we have got you covered-

Pre-swim rinseRinse your hair before jumping in. Soaking it with clean water helps stop it from sucking up chlorinated pool water. Think of it like giving your hair a head start before the splash.



Add a leave-in conditioner or hair oilA little barrier goes a long way. Smooth on some leave-in conditioner or natural oil like coconut or argan. It keeps moisture locked in and makes it tougher for chlorine to sneak in.

Throw on a swim capNo, it won’t keep you completely dry, but it sure helps. A snug-fitting silicone or latex cap limits chlorine exposure. If you swim often, it’s worth the weird look.

Rinse right after your swimChlorine loves to stick around. Don’t let it. Rinse off with clean water ASAP. A quick wash helps get that chemical out before it does real damage. Bonus points if your shower has a chlorine filter.


Moisturize wellPost-swim care matters. Use a rich conditioner and follow up with a leave-in or serum. Hydrated hair is stronger and way less likely to soak up chlorine the next time around.

Use the right productsA good swim shampoo, a reliable cap, and a deep conditioner are your poolside best friends. Having the right stuff on hand makes all the difference if you're hitting the pool regularly.