How Hard Water Affects Your Hair?

By Chitra Shah
04 Jun 2024, 21:00 IST

Are you using hard water for hair washing? Check out these side effects of using hard water on hair for a longer period of time. Tap to know!

Dullness

Hard water contains high amount of mineral, which can decrese the natural volume and shine of hair and results in dullness.

Dryness

Regular use of hard water on hair can result in hair dryness because it affects the pH levels of the scalp and reduces moisture.

Frizz

Regular use of hard water on hair can cause frizzy hair as it contains minerals like sulphate and sodium, which can cause dryness in the scalp.

Hair Fall

Using hard water on hair for a long period of time can cause mineral buildup on the scalp, which increases the risk of hair fall.

Breakage

Hard water contains high levels of sodium and other substances that can affect the strength of hair and result in hair breakage.

Information Credit

The above information is taken from the trusted health website 'Healthline'. Always consult a hair expecialist (Trichologist) for individual advice.

Conclusion

This is general information. Always consult a trichologist for personalised advice.