Keeping Blonde Hair Bright in the Arizona Sun & Pool

Before and after the pool

1. Soak hair with clean water first — wet hair absorbs less pool water.
2. Add a leave-in conditioner.
3. Braid or bun it, or wear a swim cap.
4. Rinse and condition right after swimming.

Why blonde turns green

It's usually copper and other metals in pool water (from pipes or algaecides) attaching to porous, lightened hair — not chlorine alone. A chelating shampoo helps lift it; if it's stubborn, your stylist can treat and tone it.

Sun protection

Use a UV-protective leave-in or spray, and a hat for long days outside. Expect to tone more often in summer.

Purple shampoo

Use it once a week (not every wash) to cancel yellow. Too often, and blonde can look dull or lilac.

At The Hair Lounge: highlights, balayage and toner refreshes are offered by all of our color stylists — see Meet the Team.

Common questions

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