How I Keep My Hair from Turning Green from My Pool

If you have color treated hair and have ever spent some time swimming in a pool, there is a good chance you have had the unfortunate mishap of turning your hair green. Growing up with a pool has taught me over time how to keep my hair in great condition while still enjoying daily swims.

Many people believe that the chlorine put into the pool to kill germs is what is turning your hair green, when in fact it is the copper in the water that is the culprit.

When chlorine is mixed with copper it can cause the copper to turn your dark blonde hair yellow, turn your highlights brassy, or turn your light blonde hair green.

If you don't have chemically treated hair you a lucky that you shouldn't have to worry about any color changes, but your hair can still end up extremely dry from frequent exposure to chlorine.

There are a few things you can do to protect your hair and keep it the color and texture you love.

Before you go into the pool be sure to rinse your hair thoroughly with water from either the shower or the hose is fine if you are outdoors. Then apply some conditioner to your hair. This will help coat your hair and prevent it from absorbing the pool water, and will protect it from the chlorine and copper mixture.

If you are going to be in the pool for only a few hours, simply applying a conditioner should be fine. However, if you are planning on being in the water for an extended period of time I would suggest wearing a bathing cap to further protect your hair.

Once you are done swimming be sure to shampoo and condition your hair as soon as possible. You can buy special swimmers shampoo if you swim daily that will help keep it looking and feeling its best.

It is also a good idea to deep condition your hair more often - at least once a week - if you spend a lot of time in the pool

The best thing you can do to keep your hair protected and not green is to keep your hair in the best shape possible. If your hair is already damaged, chlorine and copper will easily damage it more, but if your hair is already healthy, hydrated and shiny, there is a good chance it will stay that way.