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What is hard waterand how can it affect your hair?
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Meanwhile, your scalp might feel dry and itchy, Dr. Marcus says.
Mineral buildup can also make it harder forshampoosand other hair care products to perform well.
(Talk about a vicious cycle.)
What types of hair treatments can address the effects of hard water?
you’re free to start with aclarifying shampoothat contains surfactants (a.k.a.
Depending on how often you shampoo, that could take a couple weeks or a month or two.
4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Bumble and Bumble.
It also contains zinc PCA to absorb excess oils and reduces scalp irritation.
Just note that this can be rather harsh if you use it frequentlyso dont overdo it.
Dr. Penzi recommends the No.
Moroccanoil Hydrating Conditioner
Briogeo Dont Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Mask (8 oz.)
Nordstrom
LOreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Damage-Erasing Balm
Olaplex No.
Dr. Marcus and Dr. Penzi both recommended the AquaBliss High Output Revitalizing Shower Filter.
AquaBliss High Output Revitalizing Shower Filter
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