Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Getting Rid of Odor
• Method 2 of 3: Moisturize and eliminate odor at the same time
• Method 3 of 3: Using flowers, plants and herbs
• Tips
• Warnings
• You will need

Bleach (called bleach in everyday life) is one of the most well-known and commonly used cleaning and disinfecting agents on the market. It cleans anything, but at the same time, after chlorine, a very strong smell remains in its composition on everything, including hands. This smell can overwhelm not only you, but those around you, so it is very important to get rid of it as quickly as possible.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Getting Rid of Odor

1. 1 Neutralize chlorine odor with household acids. Neutralize bleach chemicals with foods high in natural acids. By mixing edible liquid acid with bleach, you can balance the overall acidity and eliminate unpleasant odors. Use any of the following options:
   • Lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit juice (actually any citrus fruit will do).
   • Tomatoes (tomato sauce, mashed potatoes, or pasta will also work great).
2. 2 Cover your hands with juice or vinegar. Rub thoroughly. It is best to do this for at least a minute in order to affect all parts of the hands. It will also allow the liquid to be absorbed and eliminate the chlorine odor.
3. 3 Wash your hands in cool water. And, lo and behold! The smell has evaporated favorably.
4. 4 If the smell persists, soak your hands. If washing your hands doesn't work, or for some reason you don't want to use plain water, dilute the water and acidic food. in a 1: 1 ratio. Then leave your hands to soak in this mixture for 2-3 minutes.
5. 5 Make an exfoliating scrub with household products. Mixing bleach and a high acid dry food product can balance the overall acidity and eliminate unpleasant odors. Use one of the following dry acids:
   • baking soda;
   • coffee grounds.
6. 6 Decide what to rub. Take the ingredient of your choice and simply rub your hands thoroughly with it. Take your time and scrub thoroughly for one minute, as if using an exfoliating scrub. Throw away the excess in the trash can or rinse with hot water. Thus, the substance will penetrate deeply into the pores. If you don't like the smell of coffee, you can no doubt use baking soda.

Method 2 of 3: Moisturize and eliminate odor at the same time

1. 1 Use selected natural oils, lotions and soaps. Natural products and herbal oils often have a magical scent. They also moisturize the skin. Taking into account the fact that chlorine, on the contrary, dries the skin, this is a win-win - you will moisturize the skin and get rid of the unpleasant odor. Here's what you can use:
   • Coconut oil.
   • Almond oil.
   • Olive oil.
   • Aloe Vera Lotion. The more aloe vera the lotion contains, the more effective it will be.
   • Lotion with tea tree oil. Just like with aloe vera, the high content of tea tree oil gives excellent results.
   • Citrus based lotions.
   • Citrus based soap.There are several types of natural soaps that not only cleanse, but also have a moisturizing effect. Visit your local health food and natural cosmetics store to see if they have the products you need and can afford them.
2. 2 Apply a small amount at a time. It's important not to overdo it when it comes to oils. You will hardly want to add unnecessary trouble to yourself by overdoing it with oil, otherwise you will have to remove its excess.
3. 3 Dispense a few large drops. If you have chosen lotion, it will be enough to completely cover your hands with it. This will help you understand if the chosen product is helping to get rid of the chlorine odor and if you need to apply more.
4. 4 Lather your hands. If you are using citrus-based soap, wash your hands and then rinse them thoroughly under hot water. This will pick up the chlorine molecules and release them.

Method 3 of 3: Using flowers, plants and herbs

1. 1 Choose essential oils. From a huge variety of oils, you can choose which one you like the most. Never apply essential oils directly to the skin, as they are generally too strong for direct exposure. Dilute the essential oil with a so-called base oil and apply as needed. Here are some examples of essential oils:
   • lemon;
   • eucalyptus;
   • lavender;
   • mint;
   • chamomile;
   • marjoram.
2. 2 Choose a base oil. For example:
   • sweet almond oil;
   • hemp seed;
   • fractionated coconut oil;
   • olive oil;
   • sunflower oil.
3. 3 Follow the directions on the essential oil packaging to dilute it with the base oil. A good proportion is a 2% solution: about 1 drop of essential oil per 28 grams of base oil.
4. 4 Collect petals from the garden. Find the most scented flowers or herbs in your garden, or buy them from the store. Then rub the petals or leaves on your fingers and hands to extract the aromatic oils. Use the petals of the following plants:
   • the Rose;
   • geranium;
   • lavender;
   • rosemary;
   • peppermint;
   • mint.

Tips

• If you wish, you can cut the lemon into wedges and rub your hands with them.
• Wear rubber gloves when handling bleach (especially those containing chlorine). This will fix the problem before it even occurs. Remember, it is easier to prevent a disease than to cure it later.
• Before removing odor, wash your hands with cold water. Contrary to popular belief, it is better to wash your hands with cold water, as hot water opens the pores and chlorine molecules penetrate even deeper into them. Cold water shrinks the pores and makes it easier to remove hand odor.
• When it comes to acid, remember a simple rule: If you can't eat it, don't use it. Acids that are unsuitable for food can seriously damage the skin on your hands.
• Check for burrs, cuts, etc. If there are any, do not use acidic products. There will be no severe pain (if the wound is small), but still it is not worth the risk.
• You can mix baking soda with water or not mix it - the effect will be the same.
• Milk is famous for eliminating the smell of fish and other foods. You can try it too.
• Some people advise using peppermint toothpaste as an alternative.

Warnings

• To protect your skin, wear a glove when handling bleach. Chlorine has a negative effect on the skin.
• Do not apply essential oils directly to your skin. Alternatively, follow the directions on the package to mitigate or prevent negative effects.
• Do not use acids that are unsuitable for food, as they can cause severe burns. If you have used such a remedy, call an ambulance immediately.
• When trying to get rid of the smell, be careful with what you use. Certain chemicals (such as vinegar) combined with chlorine can be dangerous.

You will need

• Lemon / lime / orange / grapefruit juice
• Baking soda
• Coffee grounds
• Natural oil, lotion or soap
• Essential oil
• Base oil
• Scented flowers or herbs from a garden or store
• A place where you can wash your hands under running water