LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Let’s start with the truth: chlorine doesn’t care about your $300 balayage. It doesn’t care how many hours you spent with ...

Chlorine is an inorganic chemical that’s used to prevent the growth of microorganisms in the water in swimming pools and hot tubs. It’s usually added at extremely low concentrations to kill the ...

Now that it's officially warm weather season, it's pretty easy to understand why one of the first things that comes to mind when trying to beat the heat is taking a dip in the pool. But even though a ...

Summer is upon us, and as outdoor pools start opening up, it’s only natural to want to spend some time cooling off with a refreshing swim. If you’re frequently in and out of the pool, it’s possible to ...

Even if you’re not an avid swimmer, a quick dip in the pool is so refreshing on a hot summer day. The hitch: The chlorine used to kill bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms in pool water ...

There is a wealth of things you have to think about when it comes to your summer beauty routine. SPF? A must. Sweat-proof make-up? Necessary. But we often forget our poor hair which gets battered by ...

If you’ve ever experienced dry, tight skin after swimming in a pool, chances are it’s due to the chemical that’s helping to keep the water clean: chlorine. For many, the substance causes a mild case ...

Inflatable swan floats have made their triumphant return to our Instagram feeds, which means pool party season is officially here. While lounging in the shallow end does wonders when it comes to ...

For swimmers, the pool is a sanctuary of strength, rhythm, and calm. But behind those invigorating laps lies a silent saboteur—chlorine. While it keeps pools hygienic, chlorine is notoriously harsh on ...