My daughter has very fine hair. The chlorinated water at the YMCA is really making it stringy and stiff and hard to brush. She rinses it after, every time. I suppose a swim cap would be best, but I can't get her to wear it all the time (I'm not there all the time). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
2006-06-26 12:24:45 · 11 answers · asked by Mark 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
i am on the swim team and have been on it for 18 yrs...i was that way at first but then i bought a moisturizing shampoo and a SUPER moisturizing conditioner...give her a shower as fast as possible so it doesn't set in when your at the Y give her a hairspray for detangeling...also the latex caps HURT and they pull out hair buy her a cloth easy-on cap and she will be more willing to wear it...if you don't use a cap bun her hair it works for me and if you really want her to wear the cap ask the lifeguards/coaches to make sure she puts it on.Your daughter's hair sounds delicate so ask her most used hair dresser for a specific treatment.But i recommend a finesse or garnie fructice damage control.But they may hurt her eyes so try to use a kid one but if u cant use a good damage controll shampoo also ask the life guards about the chlorine levels in the water maybe it will make a difference knowing them.Thinning hair is very delicate and needs lots of help so a special brush will limit hair removal.Put A glob of cream rince in a freshly heated towl and wrap her hair in it.Also i think a nice day at the hair cuttery could help because you can ask any questions and your daughter can get her hair done/cut. NEVER use the shampoo Aussie its way too harsh for a persons scalp. Good Luck!~
2006-06-26 12:31:23 · answer #1 · answered by Nicola J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My answer for all things hair related: Conditioner. Try putting a deep conditioner on before AND after she goes into the pool. Before, put a thick glob of it on and wrap her head in a warm towel for 5 minutes, then rinse it out. Afterwards, do the same thing after washing with shampoo and such. Then, put in a leave in conditioner. If it doesn't work how you like, and, I understand how kids are about swin caps, you can mix 3 parts water to 1 part conditioner, and spray it on her hair. It'll coat the strands and prevent the chemicals getting in. Leave it in while she's on the pool, it won't mess up the water and since it's a dulled down conditioner, it won't hurt her eyes if it gets in it, no more than chlorine would. I've used this techniqe on my 2 yr old cousin's hair. Works like magic. Also, if the water is turning her hair colors (dulling the shine, etc.) try the John Frieda line for her specific hair color, it's worked wonders on my blond hair. Just be careful not to get it in her eyes, although it doesn't hurt to bad, I've just had to replace a few contacts on occasion. Hope this helps. :)
2006-06-26 12:52:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wash her hair as soon as you can after she has been swimming. Maybe ask your hairdresser for advice, but find the very best conditioner you can to use on your daughter's hair. Sometimes alternating two different conditioners works best, as each one brings a particular quality. You may need one of those conditioners that you massage in and leave on the hair for a time for it to work. But I would suggest you seek professional advice. Fine hair has special needs even just for every day wear, let alone submitting it to chlorine on a regular basis.
2006-06-26 12:30:15 · answer #3 · answered by aliantha2004 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To prevent damage, have her put leave-in conditioner in her hair then pull it into a tight bun or braids. Make sure she wets her hair before getting into the water because hair is porous and it is better to absorb clean water then chlorinated water. After she swims, wash her hair in a clarifying shampoo and a good moisturizing conditioner.
2006-06-26 13:14:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say enforce her to wear a swim cap and tell her about the importance of her hair and taking care of it. And since she's going very often i say condition it real good. Use a good leave in conditioner as well! Thats helps alot.
2006-06-26 12:30:41 · answer #5 · answered by missredheadd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same hair. Use a gentle leave in conditioner product frequently, before and after the water. I use infusium 23 but there is probably a no tears version for kids
2006-06-26 12:30:08 · answer #6 · answered by DJ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first you should get her hair cut to get rid of damaged hair OR if its green, you can gently remove the color by mixing 2 table spoons of baking soda with i cup of water and apply it to her hair. leave it in for 3 to 5 MIN and rinse it out.
to protect her hair, everytime before going swimming, coat her hair with 1to 2 tablespoons of conditioner and DO NOT rinse it off. this forms a shield .
an ordinary conditioner such as Pantene will work.
2006-06-26 13:17:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
swim caps are really nice. don't get the cheap $2 ones cause they hurt like heck but get the $10 silicone ones that stretch easily.
and the only other thing i can think of is conditioner.
i think maybe you can try asking in the swimming section where there are a lot of people w/ the same problem (i think)
2006-06-26 12:29:29 · answer #8 · answered by taytay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've got to stick with the good stuff...Sebastions Potion 9. It's a leave in conditioner. It doesn't leave the hair heavy or sticky. You can find it at beauty salons or beauty suppy stores...even Krogers started carring it...
2006-06-26 12:32:34 · answer #9 · answered by stargatebabe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being a hair dresser, I suggest using Redkin shampoo (All Soft) after taking the classes. I guarentee that you will se the difference.
2006-06-26 12:29:37 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋