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The Beautiful Swimmer

By Sarita Sharda

 

The beautiful Swimmer 

Swimming is a wonderful blend of fun with exercise. A good swim can tone your body and also release those 'happy' hormones to keep you going for the day. Like everything swimming also has flip side and one of the major drawback is that it has harmful effects on the skin and hair.

Pool water and sea water contains chlorine and salt which can make your skin and hair dry and build up a green color. It can make your skin look dull and dark if not taken care of. So, next time before you jump into the pool, take a few minutes to follow these simple tips for a beautiful you:




Before Swimming

To prevent the greenish trace in hairs due to copper oxidation by chlorine, mix coconut oil, olive oil and almond oil. It will hydrate hair cuticles with a protective layer of moisture that seals them and prevents the chlorine and boric acid from leaving its effect.  Always have a shower before you enter the pool, it instantly hydrates the hair too. This prevents them from soaking up the chemicals present in the water.

 If you have chlorine-sensitive skin that is prone to rashes after swimming, use a chlorine-neutralizing lotion before you take a dip in the pool. Massage your skin with a cream for dry and damaged skin. Do this also after you take shower post swimming.


Do not forget to apply waterproof sunscreen before entering into swimming pool. This is a must before pool skin care. And the product should be sweat free, oil-free and offer all-day skin care protection. There are also some sunscreens lotions are available that contain vitamins A, C and E to help moisturize your skin. Make sure that you evenly apply the sunscreen lotion to all exposed part of your body and don't forget to apply it on the tops of your ears and the tops of your feet. Always follow the product's label for recommended reapplications.

While Swimming

While swimming  take a two minute break from swimming and apply a heavy sunblock every half an hour to protect your skin from sun damage. Carry a bottle of water and keep sipping on it. You can also drink non-alcoholic summer coolers to keep yourself cool and hydrated. Always wear a well-fitting swimming cap, googles and swimming suit .

After Swimming

Immediately take a shower after you come out of the pool. It will help keep your skin and hair to be clean and chlorine-free.

Always wash your hair with clarifying shampoo to ensure that no chemical residue is left behind in your hair after you come out of the pool. Add apple cider vinegar to the last rinse of your hair. It is a natural remedy to remove product residue in your hair that makes hair look flat. Do not forget to apply a conditioner. A hair mousse or leave-in conditioner is also a good option if you are pressed for time. - Frizzy hair is a common problem among swimmers. Use styling products that are silicone-based with a volumizing shampoo. A hot oil treatment every night is also a good option for hair care for swimmers.

 Always use a body wash with petrolatum, glycerin or a mild soap and lukewarm water for bath, these will help your skin to moisturize and rehydrate while you're in the shower. Banana is known to be a good cleanser. Use a banana pack to reduce the dark spots around your face, neck, arms and legs. Let the pack be till it dries up completely and then rinse.


Regularly apply cucumber juice to sunburnt skin and leave it overnight. It helps reduce sun damage already done to the skin. Mix honey and yogurt together and leave it on your face for 20 minutes for a cooling and exfoliating face mask. It also moisturizes the skin. You may add oatmeal to this paste.


 Finish your bath with a heavy duty moisturizer and body lotion or oil. Add a few capsules of Vitamin A and E to your night cream. Don’t wear tight and synthetic clothing after a swim. Scrub yourself every alternate day. Mix salt and brown sugar in olive oil, scrub vigorously. Alternatively, you can also use baking soda for the same. Use an exfoliating face wash and bath gel.

Also, you should regularly wear swimming goggles to protect your eyes from drying as well. You can apply cooling eye drops later.

Nothing can stop you to become a beautiful swimmer if you start all these right now. For more details plz contact


Sarita Sharda
Professional Image Makeover| Wedding Image Makeover Consultant | Image Panorama
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