If your hair feels dry or rough, you might be surprised to learn that a shower filter could be the missing piece in your haircare routine – and prove even more beneficial than a transformative hair mask or bond repair treatment. Around 60 per cent of the UK has hard water, and while you might associate it with cloudy glasses and limescale-coated kettles, its mineral by-products can actually lurk in your shower and take a serious toll on your hair.
“Hard water contains high levels of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium – and these minerals can have a significant impact on both skin and hair health,” explains Dr Anjali Mahto, consultant dermatologist and founder of Self London.
