Pool time in summer, a real fun and care

There's nothing quite relaxing as pool time in the summers, right? While swimming is a great exercise for the body, it can be a trying time for your skin.

Swimming is always fun, but don't you feel you could do away with the damage it causes to your hair? Taking care of your hair while swimming is a relatively simple process. Here's what you need to keep in mind.

Oil your hair

Oiling is the perfect treatment for your hair before you jump into the pool.

It makes your hair waterproof and forms a protective layer over your scalp.

This prevents chlorine from entering your hair cuticles and damaging the colour and shine of your hair.

Have a quick shower

Before beginning your swimming session, make sure you shower as all the impurities from your body are removed before you enter the pool.

One must keep in mind that showering after pool time is also crucial because you must rinse off the chlorine in your skin and hair as it can make both dry, not the mention the kind of bacteria that might have accumulated on your skin post a public pool swim.

Stay hydrated

Swimming is a rigorous form of exercise and any form of workout makes your body lose water, which can lead to dehydration.

It is important to drink enough water before as well as after swimming to restore the body's moisture levels.

Sunblock

Tanning is the invariable side effect of swimming. In order to save yourself from the harmful UV rays, make sure you apply lots of waterproof sunscreen before stepping in.

This will give your skin the much-needed shield you need while swimming under the sun.

Swimmer accessories

The chlorine can cause some serious damage to your hair. So, it's most recommended that your tie your hair and tuck it under a swimming cap.

In addition, you can keep your eyes protected with swimming glasses and if you're one that catches ear infections often, ear plugs can be a great help.