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5 effects of hard water on your hair
Maintaining a proper hair care routine is very important to prevent hair damage. It is also important to observe how your hair is reacting to your hair care routine.
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Your hair can react to hard water and become dry and brittle due to the presence of minerals such as calcium, magnesium and iron. Here are some adverse effects of hard water on your hair.
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Strips off natural oils
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Hard water can strip off your hair's natural oils, leaving it dry and more prone to breakage. The texture of your hair can become rough due to hard water.
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Blocks pores on your scalp
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Minerals in hard water can settle on your scalp and block the pores. They prevent stimulation of hair follicles and stop hair growth.
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Makes hair brittle
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Minerals such as magnesium and calcium get deposited on your hair strands, making your hair brittle. This can lead to hair fall and breakage.
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Fades hair colour
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Washing your hair with hard water can fade the colour and texture of your hair due to the minerals present in it.
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