The Hidden Impact of Chlorine: Why We Use Swim Spray

Chlorine keeps pool water clean — but it can do a number on our bodies.

Most of us think about chlorine's effect on our hair, but it doesn’t stop there. It can disrupt the natural balance of our skin, strip away protective oils, and even impact the nervous system.

For families like ours, this matters more than most.

My daughter has PANDAS and my son has ADD — and chlorine can be especially harsh on children with neurological or immune sensitivities. After swimming, I noticed their skin would get dry, itchy, and sometimes irritated. It wasn’t just about dryness. It was about protecting their overall well-being.

That’s why we created our Swim Spray — a clean, non-toxic solution to help neutralize chlorine after pool time.

It’s gentle, safe for sensitive skin, and easy to use. You just spray it on post-swim, and it helps soothe and protect both hair and skin. My kids even use it on their own now — it’s that simple.

Let’s Take a Deeper Dive

Chlorine is more than a skin irritant — it’s a known neurotoxin. When absorbed through the skin or inhaled as gas during and after swimming, chlorine byproducts like chloramines can interfere with neurological function and immune regulation. For children with conditions like PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections) or ADD, this kind of exposure can lead to more than just rashes or dry hair.

We’ve personally noticed the difference — heightened sensory issues, increased irritability, disrupted sleep, and even flare-ups in behavior after regular swimming. These aren’t things you always hear about, but for sensitive kids, they’re real.

That’s why detoxing from chlorine quickly matters. The Swim Spray helps wash away those residues before they can linger, giving their bodies one less thing to fight against.