Here’s a fun fact: UV light from the sun breaks down chlorine naturally. Fill a clear glass bottle and leave it in direct sunlight for an hour—you’ll get dechlorinated water that feels like it fell from a cloud. It’s the most Instagram-friendly water hack you’ll ever try.
For instant results, buy sodium ascorbate (a form of vitamin C). A tiny pinch into a full bathtub neutralizes chlorine immediately. It’s the same ingredient in fancy “dechlorinating” drops, but you can get it in bulk for pennies. No, it won’t make your bath smell like an orange—it’s neutral.
Campers have been using this trick for decades. You can literally sprinkle it into a lake bucket with confidence. It’s safe, cheap, and feels like a magic trick at your next dinner party.
6 Ways to Remove Chlorine From Water (Step by Step)