HOW HARD WATER VS SOFT WATER AFFECTS YOUR HAIR HEALTH + SOLUTIONS
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Video Title: HOW HARD WATER VS SOFT WATER AFFECTS YOUR HAIR HEALTH + SOLUTIONS
Channel: Manes by Mell
Speakers: Mell
Duration: 00:18:09
Overview
This video explains how hard and soft water can negatively impact hair and scalp health, discusses ways to identify water quality, and provides solutions including product recommendations and routine adjustments.
Key takeaways
Hard Water Issues: High mineral content (calcium, magnesium) in hard water can lead to frizz, dullness, stiffness, breakage, greasy and flaky roots, dry scalp, and exacerbated hair loss. It can also cause hair color to fade and prevent shampoos from lathering properly.
Soft Water Considerations: While soft water lathers well and can be cleansing, it can be too stripping, leading to dryness and potential damage if not properly moisturized. Very acidic soft water can leach metals like lead and copper from pipes, affecting hair color.
Water Quality Identification: You can determine your water quality by contacting your water center, using a TDS meter, performing a DIY soap test, or observing mineral buildup on faucets, showerheads, and glassware.
Solutions: Using chelating shampoos with EDTA ingredients is recommended for hard water and swimmers. For soft water, gentle, moisturizing shampoos or co-washes are advised. Rinsing hair with filtered or distilled water after conditioning can also be beneficial. Installing a shower head filter or a whole-house water softener are more significant solutions.
