How to Reduce Exposure While Staying Fresh
Luckily, there are practical steps you can take to reduce the impact without sacrificing cleanliness or comfort:
- Dry laundry indoors in a well-ventilated space, or use a tumble dryer.
- Wear sunglasses when outside to protect your eyes from airborne pollen.
- Cover your hair with a hat or cap to keep pollen from settling there.
- Shower and change clothes immediately after returning home to wash away pollen particles.
- Avoid freshly mown grass, especially right after it’s been cut, when pollen levels can spike.
And What About Allergy Treatments?
There’s no magic cure for hay fever, but antihistamines, nasal sprays, and eye drops can provide significant relief. Still, prevention remains your most powerful tool. By adopting small lifestyle tweaks—like switching where you dry your laundry—you can dramatically improve your comfort and quality of life during allergy season.
