Life Hack: How to treat hard water issues in your hair, with advice from a haircare expert

Hard water is a common problem across the country — here's what you can do about its affect on your hair

Denise Walsh shares some practical advice for people washing their hair with hard water. Picture: iStock

What is hard water and how can it affect your hair?

You may hear the phrase ‘hard water’ and wonder what it means and how a liquid could be hard. Hard water refers to water with a high mineral content caused by deposits of minerals like limestone, chalk or gypsum in the liquid. According to Irish Water, hard water is very common in Ireland and it is not harmful to your health. “In fact, its high mineral content may offer health benefits,” they suggest.