Can a Water Softener Really Prevent Hair Loss? Let’s Find Out!

Hair loss is an affliction that many people all over the world try to avoid – often turning to medication or treatments to fight it off.

But what if we told you that your hair loss symptoms could be avoided without the need for drugs and creams? Preventing it may be just as simple as having a water softener installed. Yes, really!

So, how are the two connected? Read on to find out more!

Hard Water and Hair Loss

You may have heard the term ‘hard water’ before – and you may even have a preference on whether you prefer hard or soft water! But really, it is about more than just taste. Water quality can affect your health, skin and even your hair.

Hard water has a high content of minerals – such as calcium, copper and magnesium. If you have a hard water supply, it’s likely your hair does not feel as soft and lustrous as those in regions with a softer supply. Hard water can cause brittleness to the hair shaft as well as decreased elasticity, which can both be contributing factors to hair loss.

In addition to hair loss, hard water may cause dull, lustreless hair, dandruff, split ends, thinning and make your hair more prone to tangles – all of which are issues you’d probably rather avoid.

Are you experiencing hair loss or damage as a result of hard water? Here’s what you can do!

Firstly, using a good shampoo and conditioner will help negate the damage caused by hard water. There are products available that are specially formulated to help protect against the chemicals found in harder supplies and are usually classed as chelating or clarifying shampoos. Although these are quite harsh, an intensive deep conditioner or treatment (such as Argan oil) will help to keep your hair soft and resistant to breakage.

There are also natural treatments you may consider, such as rinsing your hair with apple cider vinegar or conditioning it with natural coconut oil.

Next, consider upgrading your shower head. There are some that are specifically designed to help protect your hair from the effects of hard water.

Finally, if you suspect that hard water might be the cause of your hair loss – you don’t have to live with it forever, nor do you have to move across the country to find a better water supply!

All you need to do is switch your water supply from hard to soft, using a high-quality water softener like the ones available here at EWT Water Specialists! Our Gold Range is supported by a 15-year guarantee from one of the largest water softener companies in Europe, so you know you’re getting the best of the best.

Are ready to combat your hair loss? Get in touch with EWT today to learn more about the water softeners we have to offer and the process of installation. Your hair will be glad you did!

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