{"id":50590,"date":"2023-04-13T11:07:19","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T11:07:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=50590"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Hot Water Bad For Your Hair?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Why_Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\" >Why Is Hot Water Bad For Your Hair?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Strips_The_Hair_Of_Its_Natural_Oils\" >It Strips The Hair Of Its Natural Oils<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Irritates_Your_Scalp\" >It Irritates Your Scalp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_May_Cause_Hair_Loss\" >It May Cause Hair Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_May_Lead_To_A_Flaky_Scalp\" >It May Lead To A Flaky Scalp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Can_Damage_Color-Treated_Hair\" >It Can Damage Color-Treated Hair<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Is_Hot_Water_Ever_Good_For_Hair\" >Is Hot Water Ever Good For Hair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Is_Cold_Water_Good_For_Your_Hair\" >Is Cold Water Good For Your Hair?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Seals_The_Cuticles\" >It Seals The Cuticles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Adds_Volume\" >It Adds Volume<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Its_Less_Stressful_On_The_Hair_And_Scalp\" >It&#8217;s Less Stressful On The Hair And Scalp<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Is_Cold_Water_Ever_Bad_For_Your_Hair\" >Is Cold Water Ever Bad For Your Hair?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#Its_Not_As_Effective_At_Washing_Away_Product\" >It&#8217;s Not As Effective At Washing Away Product<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_Can_Be_Uncomfortable\" >It Can Be Uncomfortable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#It_May_Temporarily_Affect_Your_Scalp\" >It May Temporarily Affect Your Scalp<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#So_Hot_Or_Cold_Water_For_Hair\" >So, Hot Or Cold Water For Hair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#How_Else_Does_Water_Affect_Hair\" >How Else Does Water Affect Hair?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/is-hot-water-bad-for-your-hair\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve recently revamped your hair care routine yet you&#8217;re still struggling with dry or damaged hair, you may want to hone in on your wash days and really pay attention to the temperature of your water. It may sound like an insignificant detail, but it turns out that the temperature of your shower water can have a major impact on the health of your hair.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For years, we&#8217;ve known that overwashing (which many assume is simply defined by how many times you&#8217;re lathering up) can lead to dryness, split ends and damage. But what isn&#8217;t discussed as much is the temperature of the water you use during your wash days.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on as we explore the often-overlooked detail which is water temperature and its effects on hair health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\"><\/span><strong>Why Is Hot Water Bad For Your Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hot shower after a long day may feel <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hydration-challenge\/\">amazing<\/a>, but when it comes to your hair health, hot water does more harm than good. Here are 5 reasons why:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Strips_The_Hair_Of_Its_Natural_Oils\"><\/span><strong>It Strips The Hair Of Its Natural Oils<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each hair strand is composed of three layers: the cuticle, cortex, and medulla (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4201279\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot water penetrates the hair shaft, causing the cuticles to expand and the protective layer of oils to be stripped away. This can lead to dryness, frizz, breakage and split ends. When the hair dries, it will become more brittle and prone to further damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Irritates_Your_Scalp\"><\/span><strong>It Irritates Your Scalp<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of your scalp as the foundation for your hair. If it&#8217;s not healthy, your hair won&#8217;t be either. Hot water causes inflammation of the scalp, just as it would with any other part of your skin. This <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinking-water-before-bed-for-weight-loss\/\">may lead<\/a> to irritation and also strip away any natural oils on your scalp.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, this can lead to dull, lifeless hair as it takes longer for your natural oils to restore.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_May_Cause_Hair_Loss\"><\/span><strong>It May Cause Hair Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been wondering, &#8220;does hot water cause hair loss?&#8221; We have an answer for you. Yes, it can. A healthy scalp nourishes healthy hair growth, and hot water can damage the scalp. It follows that if the scalp isn&#8217;t healthy, then hair growth won&#8217;t be either (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6369642\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issues like dandruff, itching, redness and irritation can all lead to hair loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, there are no definitive studies to back this theory up, and it&#8217;s important to keep in mind that hair loss can be caused by a wide <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coffee-lemon-and-hot-water-for-weight-loss\/\">variety of factors<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43751 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-1024x576.png\" alt=\"is hot water bad for your hair\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Frame-207486.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_May_Lead_To_A_Flaky_Scalp\"><\/span><strong>It May Lead To A Flaky Scalp<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot water can strip away the natural oils from your scalp, leading to dryness and flaking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dandruff, a condition caused by a buildup of yeast on the scalp, is a common symptom of an overly dry scalp (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/j.1467-2494.2006.00326.x\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So, if you find yourself dealing with flakes, then you may want to rethink your shower water <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lemon-water-in-the-morning\/\">temperature<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Can_Damage_Color-Treated_Hair\"><\/span><strong>It Can Damage Color-Treated Hair<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve recently colored your hair, then it&#8217;s important to keep in mind that hot water can strip away the color. High temperatures will open the hair cuticles, which can cause the color to fade or become duller.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, if you&#8217;ve recently used a color-depositing shampoo, hot water will strip away the pigment molecules that keep your hair looking fresh and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/water-activities\/\">vibrant<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/crystal-infusion-water-bottle\/\"><i>Hydrate Your Body And Soul: A Guide To Using A Crystal Infusion Water Bottle<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Hot_Water_Ever_Good_For_Hair\"><\/span><strong>Is Hot Water Ever Good For Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If hot water is bad for your hair, then why would anyone ever use it? Well, there are a few situations where hot water may be beneficial:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can help to open up the cuticles of your hair, allowing conditioners and other products to penetrate deeper into the hair shaft.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can give your scalp a good massage and help to unclog any dirt or oil that may be stuck in the hair follicles.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can help to stimulate blood flow to the scalp, which in turn promotes hair growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can help to remove any product buildup that may be on the scalp or in the hair. This is helpful for people with oily scalps as it can help to control the oils and keep your hair looking clean.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, there are some benefits to using hot water, but overall it&#8217;s best to exercise caution as the risks far outweigh the benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44423 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602-1024x576.png\" alt=\"is hot water bad for your hair\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602-1637x920.png 1637w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207602.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Cold_Water_Good_For_Your_Hair\"><\/span><strong>Is Cold Water Good For Your Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contrary to what you may believe, cold water can actually be <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-much-water-should-i-drink-on-keto\/\">beneficial<\/a> for your hair. Here are some of the benefits of rinsing with cold water:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Seals_The_Cuticles\"><\/span><strong>It Seals The Cuticles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold water causes the cuticles to lay flat, making the hair smoother and shinier. This is because it seals in the natural oils that are essential for healthy, hydrated locks. The result? Smooth and bouncy hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Adds_Volume\"><\/span><strong>It Adds Volume<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been struggling with limp, lifeless hair, then cold water may be the answer. Cold water helps to close the cuticles, creating more volume and lift at the root. This may help to give your hair a boost of volume and texture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Less_Stressful_On_The_Hair_And_Scalp\"><\/span><strong>It&#8217;s Less Stressful On The Hair And Scalp<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot water can be damaging to both the hair and scalp. It strips away natural oils, which can lead to dryness, breakage, and irritation. Cold water, on the other hand, is far gentler and less likely to cause damage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Cold_Water_Ever_Bad_For_Your_Hair\"><\/span><strong>Is Cold Water Ever Bad For Your Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few reasons why you may not want to use cold <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fruit-infused-water-benefits\/\">water<\/a>:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Not_As_Effective_At_Washing_Away_Product\"><\/span><strong>It&#8217;s Not As Effective At Washing Away Product<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold water won&#8217;t be as effective in removing product buildup, dirt and oil from the hair. This is because it doesn&#8217;t open up the cuticles like hot water does, so any product residue will remain in the hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_Can_Be_Uncomfortable\"><\/span><strong>It Can Be Uncomfortable<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold water is often uncomfortable to use, especially during the colder months. Nobody wants the shocking feeling that comes with rinsing their hair in cold water!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_May_Temporarily_Affect_Your_Scalp\"><\/span><strong>It May Temporarily Affect Your Scalp<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very cold water can affect the capillaries on the scalp, temporarily constricting them and reducing blood flow. This can reduce the amount of nutrients (such as oxygen) that reach the scalp. This isn&#8217;t good as it can lead to scalp irritation and inflammation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_Hot_Or_Cold_Water_For_Hair\"><\/span><strong>So, Hot Or Cold Water For Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though a hot shower may feel <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/\">great<\/a>, lukewarm water is best for several reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It helps open the cuticles just enough to get rid of dirt and debris, while not causing as much damage as hot water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lukewarm water helps to keep the natural oils in your scalp intact, which can help protect against dryness and hair breakage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s also better for color-treated hair as it won&#8217;t strip away the pigment molecules that keep your hair looking vibrant.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike cold water, lukewarm water is pleasant to the touch and won&#8217;t shock your scalp or make it difficult to shampoo properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Is_Hot_Water_Bad_For_Your_Hair\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-43339 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5959-1024x576.png\" alt=\"is hot water bad for your hair\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5959.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5959-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5959.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Frame-5959.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Else_Does_Water_Affect_Hair\"><\/span><strong>How Else Does Water Affect Hair?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to temperature, the mineral <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/list-of-foods-that-cause-water-retention\/\">content<\/a> of water can also affect your hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard water has a higher mineral content than soft water, which can leave residue on the hair and scalp. This can cause dryness and product buildup. Furthermore, hard water can make it more difficult for shampoo and conditioner to lather, which can leave your hair feeling greasy and limp.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not get a perfect solution, but using a water softener or filter can help to minimize the effects of hard water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soft water, on the other hand, has a lower mineral content and can help to reduce dryness and product buildup. This can lead to healthier looking hair that feels softer and more manageable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/reduce-water-retention\/\"><i>Reduce Water Retention With These Expert-Approved Tips<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temperature of your water can have a big effect on your hair health. Hot water can strip away the natural oils from your scalp, leading to dryness, irritation and even flakiness. It can also damage color-treated hair, making it fade or become duller over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In comparison, lukewarm water is best for washing your hair. It helps open the cuticles just enough to get rid of dirt and debris, while not causing as much damage as hot water. 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