Noticed more hair falling out after your recent move? Two big players are often to blame: stress and a change in water.

Stress spikes cortisol, diverting nutrients away from hair growth and even triggering premature greying.

Here are some Quick fixes to try:- Eat a balanced breakfast, avoid long gaps without food, and cut back on oily/junk snacks.

- Stick to a regular bedtime (10:00pm) for better hormone balance

- Add 30 minutes of movement—brisk walk, yoga, or a short workout—to lower stress. 

Tackle the stress, tweak your routine, and give your hair the support it needs!

Hard water is often the hidden culprit. It leaves mineral deposits that strips away natural oils, leaving hair dull, frizzy and skin parched – and it can even flare up seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or dandruff.

Quick fixes to keep your hair (and skin) happy:

- Chelating shampoo – once every 10‑15 days, for Normal/color‑treated hair.

- Sulfate‑free shampoo – a gentle regular use option.

- Certain shampoos with particular different ingredients are required for respective oily and dry scalps.

- Apple cider vinegar wash also plays a role in hair damage control.

- Condition every wash – once a week for hair damage restoration OR

- Deep‑condition – weekly mask or treatment to replenish moisture and control frizz/ Hair serums also prove useful.

- Pre‑shampoo oil – coconut, argan oil depending on the severity of the damage, the hair type as to moisturise and even provide a barrier to further damage

- Moisturise skin – apply  body lotion on damp skin right after bathing; repeat at night

Ready to try a chelating shampoo or need a product recommendation? Consult your dermatologist today.

Boiling the water gives a quick‑fix for temporary hardness, while a washing‑soda rinse tackles permanent hardness. A shower‑head filter may also be useful.

-Some hair types actually thrive on a bit of mineral boost, but chronic exposure leads to breakage

For any buildup on the scalp and extreme damage of the hairs, consult a board certified dermatologist.

 Long‑term strategy:- Combine these methods to soften the water permanently – your hair (and skin) will thank you with lasting shine and comfort! 

Consult a dermatologist today for personalised treatment and solutions for damage caused to hair by hard water.