Skin And Hair Wellness
Water quality plays a vital role in maintaining healthy skin and hair. Every day, we expose our bodies to water while bathing, washing our face, or rinsing our hair, but if this water contains harmful impurities or imbalanced minerals, it can lead to several problems such as dryness, irritation, hair fall, or skin allergies. Understanding what’s in your water is the first step toward ensuring that it supports, rather than harms, your personal wellness. There are 15 essential water quality parameters that are especially important for skin and hair care. These include pH, which should ideally be close to the natural acidity of skin (around 5.5 to 6.5) to avoid disrupting its protective barrier. TDS (Total Dissolved Solids), Calcium, Magnesium, and Total Hardness all contribute to water hardness, which can clog pores, damage hair texture, and reduce the effectiveness of soaps and shampoos.
Free Residual Chlorine, while used for disinfection, can strip the natural oils from skin and hair, leaving them dry and irritated. Sulphate, when present in high amounts, worsens dryness, especially in chemically treated or sensitive hair. Heavy metals like Lead, Mercury, and Cadmium are toxic and can lead to long-term skin conditions or trigger allergic reactions. Trace metals such as Copper, Iron, and Nickel, though naturally occurring, can cause staining, irritation, and oxidative stress when found in excess. Even more concerning are Arsenic and Total Chromium, both of which are hazardous contaminants linked to serious health concerns. These pollutants often enter water supplies through industrial waste or poorly treated groundwater, particularly in urban and peri-urban areas.
Testing your water for these 15 parameters is an important step if you're dealing with recurring skin issues, scalp irritation, or unexplained hair damage. Even if you use premium personal care products, the wrong water can counteract their benefits. Reliable water testing allows you to pinpoint hidden problems and take informed action.
At the end of the day, your skin and hair deserve safe, clean, and nourishing water. That’s where Virat Global Lab comes in (A division of Aseries Envirotek India Private Limited), Virat Global Lab is based in Lucknow and specializes in eco-friendly water testing services across India. With advanced technology and a commitment to health and sustainability, we help individuals understand what’s really in their water and how to fix it—so that your wellness journey starts with the most essential element: water you can trust.
At Virat Global Lab (A Division of Aseries Envirotek India Pvt. Ltd.), we invite businesses, Industries and institutions across various sectors to explore the benefits of partnering with us for their environmental testing and analytical needs.
