What is so dangerous about chlorine?
Especially if you take a hot shower in an enclosed stall, chlorine vaporizes on the spot and is easily inhaled. Also, warm water opens up the pores of the skin making it more susceptible to dermal absorption of chlorine from the water. The inhalation and absorption of chlorine has been linked to risks for diseases and serious illnesses. It may also trigger pre-existing conditions, such as asthma and eczema, to worsen. With regard to the aesthetic aspect, regular exposure to chlorine can promote the aging process of the skin, the effect being similar to an extended exposure to sunlight. Immediate effects are dry or flaking skin. On our hair, the effect of chlorine damage results in breakage and splitting. It becomes tangled and difficult to comb, dry, and brittle. The effect on the hair is similar to oxidation from peroxide burning, except chlorine adds density to the hair. High chlorine content in the water can also irritate the eyes. On a more serious note, exposure to excessive chlor
