{"id":44298,"date":"2022-06-29T03:50:39","date_gmt":"2022-06-29T03:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=44298"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"hard-water-vs-soft-water","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/","title":{"rendered":"Hard Water Vs Soft Water: What&#8217;s The Difference?"},"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:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#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:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#What_Is_Hard_Water\" >What Is Hard Water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#What_Is_Soft_Water\" >What Is Soft Water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#How_Can_You_Tell_The_Difference_Between_Hard_Water_And_Soft_Water_At_Home\" >How Can You Tell The Difference Between Hard Water And Soft Water At Home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Which_Is_Better_Hard_Water_Or_Soft_Water\" >Which Is Better, Hard Water Or Soft Water?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#For_Drinking\" >For Drinking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#For_Laundry_And_General_Cleaning\" >For Laundry And General Cleaning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#For_Bathing\" >For Bathing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Is_Tap_Water_Hard_Or_Soft\" >Is Tap Water Hard Or Soft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Does_Your_Home_Need_A_Water_Softening_System\" >Does Your Home Need A Water Softening System?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Salt-Based_Systems\" >Salt-Based Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Salt-Free_Systems\" >Salt-Free Systems<\/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:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hard-water-vs-soft-water\/#Final_Thoughts\" >Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is water, right? Not quite. If you&#8217;ve noticed your skin feeling dry and irritated after showering, or your hair looking dull and lifeless, the water in your home might be to blame. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water hardness is determined by the amount of dissolved minerals, including calcium, magnesium, and limestone, in the water (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usgs.gov\/special-topics\/water-science-school\/science\/hardness-water\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Hard water usually has high levels of these minerals, while soft water typically contains low levels of such minerals. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why does it matter? Well, you might be concerned whether either type is safe to drink, bathe with, or even wash your hair with. Furthermore, you may have genuine plumbing concerns if you live in an area with hard water. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a closer look at the key differences between hard and soft water, as well as the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/water-fasting-for-a-week\/\">pros and cons<\/a> of each.<\/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=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\" 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:\/\/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=\"What_Is_Hard_Water\"><\/span><strong>What Is Hard Water?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard water is simply water that contains high levels of dissolved minerals, including <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/water-retention-on-your-period\/\">calcium, magnesium<\/a>, and limestone. These minerals are completely safe to drink and bathe with and pose no health risks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3775162\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, many people actually prefer the taste of hard water because it contains natural minerals like calcium and magnesium that can be beneficial for your health. It has even been suggested that hard water may be linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2265038\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, hard water can cause some problems in your home. For instance, it can leave behind mineral deposits, or scale, on your fixtures and plumbing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coastaldrains.co.uk\/blog\/how-hard-water-can-affect-your-plumbing-system\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Over time, this scale can build up and cause serious damage to your pipes. Additionally, hard water can make it difficult to get your laundry clean and can even shorten the lifespan of your appliances.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Soft_Water\"><\/span><strong>What Is Soft Water?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soft water, on the other hand, is water that contains low levels of dissolved <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-coconut-water-for-men\/\">minerals<\/a>. Because it doesn&#8217;t have high levels of calcium and magnesium, soft water is less likely to leave behind mineral deposits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taste-wise, soft water is often described as being &#8220;soapy.&#8221; This is because it doesn&#8217;t contain the natural minerals that give hard water its taste. It contains more sodium than hard water, which is why it can often leave behind a salty residue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like hard water, soft water is perfectly safe to drink and bathe with. In fact, some people actually prefer the taste and feel of soft water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mint-water\/\">Mint Water Benefits, Risks, And Recipes<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-40925 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hard water vs soft water\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Frame-5682.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_You_Tell_The_Difference_Between_Hard_Water_And_Soft_Water_At_Home\"><\/span><strong>How Can You Tell The Difference Between Hard Water And Soft Water At Home?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can&#8217;t tell by looking whether <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/watercress-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">water<\/a> is hard or soft. The only way to know for sure is to have it tested. The water hardness scale is used to measure the amount of dissolved minerals in water.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0-60 ppm is classified as soft water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">61-120 ppm is moderately hard water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">121-180 ppm is hard water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">181-300+ ppm is very hard water<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re not sure how to test your water hardness, you can contact your local water utility company. They should be able to tell you the level of hardness in your water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, there are a few clues that can give you an idea of which type you have.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of hard water include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Feeling a film on your skin after showering:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is caused by a chemical reaction between soap and the high levels of calcium and magnesium in hard water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seeing mineral deposits, or scale, on your fixtures:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is caused by the high levels of calcium and magnesium in hard water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Experiencing reduced water pressure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this can be caused by scale buildup in your pipes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Noticing that your dishes aren&#8217;t as clean <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as they used to be: this is because soap doesn&#8217;t lather as well in hard water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Having difficulty getting your laundry clean:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hard water can make it difficult for soap to lather, which can make it harder to get clothes clean.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of soft <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/garlic-water-benefits\/\">water<\/a> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soap lathering easily:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is because soft water contains high levels of sodium, which makes it easier for soap to lather<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Slight salty taste:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is because soft water contains high levels of sodium<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cleaner clothes with less detergent: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this is because soft water doesn&#8217;t need as much detergent to get clothes clean<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Good water pressure:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> this is because soft water doesn&#8217;t contribute to scale buildup in pipes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38892 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5519.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Is_Better_Hard_Water_Or_Soft_Water\"><\/span><strong>Which Is Better, Hard Water Or Soft Water?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There&#8217;s no easy answer to this question since there are pros and cons to both hard water and soft <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/the-7-day-water-fast\/\">water<\/a>. It really depends on your personal preferences as to which type of water is better for you. Usually, you don\u2019t have a choice &#8211; the water in your area is either hard or soft.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Drinking\"><\/span><strong>For Drinking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shopping for drinking water, you&#8217;ve noticed labels written &#8220;mineral water&#8221; or &#8220;spring water.&#8221; Such water has gone through a filtration process to remove impurities, but they still contain high levels of minerals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minerals are actually good for you and provide many <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/water-chestnut-benefits\/\">health benefits<\/a>. For example, calcium and magnesium can help strengthen bones and teeth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3775162\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Hard water typically contains more minerals than soft water, making it a healthy choice for drinking<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taste-wise, many prefer the taste of hard water over soft water. Soft water has a &#8220;flat&#8221; taste because it lacks minerals, while hard water has a slightly metallic taste because of the high mineral content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be concerned about the high sodium content in soft water if you are trying to limit your sodium intake, but it isn\u2019t enough to make a major difference. Focus instead on limiting processed foods and the salt you add to your food (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/heartdisease\/sodium.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have hard water, you may want to invest in a home filtration system to remove impurities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Laundry_And_General_Cleaning\"><\/span><strong>For Laundry And General Cleaning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard water is tough on clothing and can cause fabrics to wear out <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-water-retention-overnight\/\">more quickly<\/a>. The high mineral content in hard water can also lead to spots and streaks on dishes, glasses, and silverware.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soft water, on the other hand, is much gentler on clothing and doesn&#8217;t leave spots or streaks. It might help you save on water bills since you can use less detergent with soft water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have hard water, you may want to use a water softener to make it easier on your clothing and dishes. A water softener removes minerals from the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/72-hour-fast\/\">water<\/a>, making it softer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38889 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hard water vs soft water\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4453-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_Bathing\"><\/span><strong>For Bathing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard water can contribute to dry skin and hair. The high mineral content can leave your skin feeling tight and your hair looking dull. These minerals can also change the pH balance of your skin, weakening its barrier and making it more susceptible to irritation. People with eczema may find that their symptoms worsen when they shower with hard water (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jidonline.org\/article\/S0022-202X(17)32938-X\/fulltext\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soft water, on the other hand, is much gentler on skin and won&#8217;t strip away its natural oils. This can help to keep your skin looking hydrated and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/5-day-water-fast\/\">healthy<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you notice problems with your skin and hair after switching to hard water, you may want to invest in a shower head filter. A shower head filter will remove minerals from the water, making it softer and less likely to cause dryness and irritation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-hydrogen-water\/\">Benefits Of Hydrogen Water: Should You Believe The Hype?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Tap_Water_Hard_Or_Soft\"><\/span><strong>Is Tap Water Hard Or Soft?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The source of tap water (groundwater or surface water) and the treatment it undergoes will determine its hardness. In general, groundwater is harder than surface water because it has been in contact with rock for a longer time, allowing minerals to leach into it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water that has undergone reverse osmosis or distillation is considered soft, while water that has undergone ion exchange is considered hard.Your local water authority can tell you the hardness of your tap water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38695 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hard water vs soft water\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-3892.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Your_Home_Need_A_Water_Softening_System\"><\/span><strong>Does Your Home Need A Water Softening System?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A home water-softening system works by exchanging the minerals in hard water (calcium and magnesium) for sodium. This process is known as ion exchange.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two types of water-softening systems: salt-based and salt-free:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salt-Based_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Salt-Based Systems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These work by exchanging the calcium and magnesium ions in hard water for sodium ions. These systems need to be regularly replenished with salt, and they can add sodium to your water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salt-Free_Systems\"><\/span><strong>Salt-Free Systems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These work by a process called chelation. This process binds the calcium and magnesium ions together so that they can&#8217;t attach to surfaces. While these systems don&#8217;t add sodium to your water, they may not be as effective at removing hard minerals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need a water-softening system if you have hard water. Hard water can cause spots and streaks on dishes, glasses, and silverware. It can also contribute to dry skin and hair. If you notice these problems, you may want to consider investing in a water-softening system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two precautions you should take if you have a water-softening system. First, make sure you regularly maintain your system to prevent it from becoming a breeding ground for bacteria. Second, if you&#8217;re on a low-sodium diet, you may want to use distilled or reverse-osmosis water to avoid consuming any extra sodium, but don\u2019t worry too much about this &#8211; the sodium added by water softening systems isn\u2019t that much.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard water and soft water have their own unique set of benefits and drawbacks. It&#8217;s really up to you to decide which type of water is best for you. If you&#8217;re not sure, you can always have your water tested to see what kind of water you have.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hard_Water_Vs_Soft_Water\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Water is water, right? Not quite. If you&#8217;ve noticed your skin feeling dry and irritated after showering, or your hair looking dull and lifeless, the water in your home might be to blame. Water hardness is determined by the amount of dissolved minerals, including calcium, magnesium, and limestone, in the water (5). 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