How chlorine damages your hair: Haar Design
Chlorine doesn’t discriminate – it can wreak havoc on anyone’s hair, regardless of texture or colour.
Chlorine’s harsh properties strip away the hair’s natural oils, leaving it dry, brittle, and prone to breakage.
Chlorine in pools and drinking water can damage your hair. Even in Christchurch’s drinking water, which is treated with chlorine for safety, the levels of this chemical can vary and rise during water system issues, according to the Christchurch City Council website.
This has prompted concerns about the potential damage to hair health, says hairstylist and owner of Haar Design, Caro Haar. She has seen an increase in clients experiencing the negative effects of chlorine exposure. “I’ve asked clients if they’ve gone swimming that day because the smell is so strong, and they haven’t.”
To help combat the impacts of chlorine, Caro recommends using a nourishing shampoo, such as Wella’s Invigo Aqua Pure, which can help restore moisture and shine to chlorine-damaged hair.
She also advises avoiding shampoos with sulphates and parabens, which can exacerbate the issue.
Book an appointment with one of the stylists at Haar design, to get on track to having your hair to look and feel exactly like you want it to.
