Well Water and Hair: Everything YOU Need to Know!

Spring is fast approaching, which means it's time to shed the dark moody winter hair for some bright blonde highlights and balayages! It can be a struggle to keep your hair salon perfect at home, but did you know the water coming out of your shower might be affecting the color of your hair? 

Well water is a somewhat common water source in the U.S., it's estimated that one in eight Americans get their water from wells. Due to the less filtered nature of well water, there are more minerals in the water that can affect hair color. Bright blonde, platinum, and pastels are most likely to be affected by the extra minerals because of the lack of pigment in the hair. It can begin to take on a yellowish, brassy tint, which is generally undesired by those who go that light with their hair. 

Thankfully, there are many solutions for those affected by well water, some at-home solutions and some at-salon solutions. The best way to filter well water would be to get a filtering shower head. These shower heads attach right to the pipe can purify the water affecting the hair. If you're looking for a less bathroom altering solution you can buy shampoo and conditioner can help. Detox shampoos can remove buildup of any kind, including minerals. They are a fast and effective treatment but it can remove hair color, toners and fashion colors. If you just got color done and you don't want it to be affected, consider picking up the Color Control shampoo and conditioner. It helps shield your hair from any elements that affect the color.

We have solutions available in the salon to consider in addition to at home care. Malibu treatments are treatments done to the hair that help remove foreign pigment. They can remove the coloration left behind by well water, but just like detoxing, they can remove hair color and toners in the hair, so it's recommended to only get a Malibu treatment when you’re looking to change or touch up your color.

- arden