How to Remove Chlorine Build Up From Hair

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By Cheryl Heppard
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After a long summer or vacation that includes a lot of pool time can, you might have more than just a tan. Chlorine build up on hair can cause hair to be dry, brittle, frizzy and difficult to manage. Chlorine can also build up from showering in unfiltered water on a regular basis. There are several ways to effectively and quickly strip the chlorine out of the hair to make it healthy and manageable once again.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Baking soda
Shampoo
Apple cider vinegar
Mixing bottle
Towel
Comb

Step 1

Mix two parts water with one part baking soda and rinse hair with the mixture before shampooing. Let the solution soak for a few minutes and comb through if possible to make sure the hair is evenly coated.
Step 2

Mix 2 parts apple cider vinegar with one part water and apply to hair. Let soak for several minutes and rinse completely.
Step 3

Repeat treatments on a regular basis, weekly or monthly.
Step 4

Condition the hair well after removing the chlorine.

Tips & Warnings

To prevent chlorine build up, rinse hair well after swimming in a pool
Install chlorine filters on shower heads
Coat hair with conditioner before swimming in a chlorinated pool
There are products made especially for chlorine removal such as shampoos and treatments.

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