Hard water is regional. About 85% of U.S. homes have it. If you live near limestone mountains or old pipes, you’re in the danger zone.
People in London have famously hard water. That’s why British hair is often described as “having character.” It has geological character.
Meanwhile, folks in places like Seattle (soft water city) have hair that feels like silk. But they also often complain their hair “won’t hold a curl.” Trade-offs, people!
The Verdict
So, does hard water cause dry hair? Yes. Absolutely. But not always. It depends on your hair’s personality, your shampoo, and how much you love a good science experiment on your scalp.
It’s not a curse. It’s a condition. And you can treat it. Try a filter. Try a vinegar rinse. Laugh at the weird science of it all.
Your hair isn’t broken. It’s just having a mineral meltdown. Give it some TLC, and it’ll bounce back—probably with less frizz and more sass. Now go forth and rinse with curiosity.
