How bad is Canadian water for your hair? Research/Science 10/16/2020
The conversation discusses hair loss potentially linked to Canadian tap water, specifically in Windsor, Ontario. The user questions if hard or chlorinated water contributes to hair loss and seeks ways to treat the water to reduce hair fall.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Can hard water affect your scalp/hair?
Hard water may contribute to an itchy, dry scalp and hair issues, but it doesn't affect genetic hair loss. Some users suggest using distilled water or a water softener to alleviate symptoms.
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Hair loss possibly caused by chlorine and heavy metals in water was addressed by using a shower filter, ketoconazole shampoo, and PRP sessions, which stopped the hair loss but did not lead to regrowth. Other users suggested similar experiences and solutions, emphasizing the importance of a good water filter and patience for potential regrowth.
community If the main mechanism of microneedling is an increase in bloodflow to the scalp, shouldn't we be pursuing other actions which increase bloodflow? Sauna, cold showers, high dosage fish oil, hard cardio, heme-iron(red meats), HAND STANDS, foods high in NO (arugula), ginger, increased water consumption
Microneedling stimulates hair growth through stem cell activation during wound healing, not just increased blood flow. Other methods like showers or supplements don't replicate this effect.
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Hard water may contribute to hair loss. Using a showerhead filter improved hair retention and reduced hair fallout with white bulbs.
community My doc asked me to use this, I'm 17
A 17-year-old experiencing hair loss due to hard water was advised by a dermatologist to use a treatment containing Minoxidil and vitamins. A respondent confirmed the treatment's safety but warned that discontinuing Minoxidil could worsen hair loss.
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