Ever had your colour done, loved it for a week, then watched it go flat and brassy? If you live in Lincoln, your shower might be to blame.
Lincolnshire has some of the hardest water in the country. It’s full of minerals like calcium and magnesium, and they build up on your hair every time you wash it. That build-up is why your hair can feel so different when you’re away on holiday.
Is hard water affecting your hair?
Look out for these signs:
- Colour fades fast or turns brassy. Minerals dull the shine and can push blondes yellow and brunettes orange.
- Hair feels dry, rough or straw-like, even straight after conditioning.
- It’s hard to rinse clean. Shampoo doesn’t lather well, and hair feels coated or heavy.
- Curls lose their definition and get frizzy.
- Your scalp feels dry or itchy.
How to fix it
At home
- Use a clarifying shampoo once every week or two to lift mineral build-up. Don’t use it more often than that, because it can strip colour.
- Use a mask every week. Hard water leaves hair thirsty, so a weekly deep conditioner makes a big difference.
- Try a filtered shower head. It’s one of the easiest fixes, and it helps your skin too.
- Finish with a cool rinse to seal the cuticle and boost shine.
- Use colour-safe products. Sulphate-free shampoos are gentler on colour. Ask us which ones suit your hair.
In the salon
- Gloss or toner. It’s a quick way to bring back shine and knock out brassiness between colour appointments.
- Detox treatments. Some professional treatments are designed to remove mineral and metal deposits before colouring, which can give a more even, longer-lasting result. Ask your stylist whether it’s right for you.
- Regular trims. They get rid of dry ends before they split further up.
Beat the hard water blues
You can’t change what comes out of the tap, but you can stop it ruining your colour. Pop into Bennetts on Cornhill or book a consultation, and our stylists will recommend the right treatment and home care for your hair.
Book your appointment or call 01522 851760.