Can hard water cause dry skin or make eczema worse?
Hard water contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron, which can dry and harden on the skin. Minerals drying on the skin can clog pores and cause flaking and itching. Hard water also tends to react with soap to form salts, which can also remain on the skin. As a result, you may feel like your skin seems tight right after showering, bathing or washing. Dry skin is also characterized by chapping, flaking, cracking, dullness and even wrinkles.
