Why a Filtered Shower Head Might Be the Best Investment for Your Skin

If your skin feels dry and irritated, your shower water might be the culprit. Unfiltered water can have harmful effects on both your skin and hair, contributing to issues like dryness, irritation, and even acne flare-ups. But there’s a simple solution: a filtered shower head. By removing impurities, a filtered shower head can significantly improve your skin’s health.

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Unfiltered shower water can negatively impact your skin and hair. Some common issues include:

• Dryness & Irritation: Chemicals and heavy metals (which can be found in almost 100% of UK tap water) can strip your skin of its natural moisture, leading to dryness and irritation.
• Eczema, Acne & Other Skin Condition Flare-ups: Chlorine and other chemicals can exacerbate conditions like eczema, acne, psoriasis and dermatitis, making your skin more prone to breakouts.
• Hair Damage & Colour Fading: The contaminants in unfiltered water can weaken your hair, cause split ends, and even lead to colour fading if your hair is dyed.

Imagine how much healthier your skin and hair could be without these harsh elements affecting them daily.

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Our filtered shower heads work by removing chlorine, heavy metals, and other impurities from your water through a chemical reaction called redox. As water passes through the KDF-55 and Calcium Sulfite particles, harmful contaminants are replaced with harmless compounds. For pesticides where these two mediums aren’t as effective, we use the highly-porous ingredient of Activated Carbon which absorbs them. I

t’s important to remove the harmful substances from your water as they’re natural irritants, and can wreak havoc on skin and damage hair. Even after the first wash with a shower filter, you can feel the difference with smoother skin and softer hair. According to dermatologists, filtered water can help restore your skin's natural oils, which are essential for hydration.

Let’s break down the benefits of a filtered showerhead:

Filtered water removes irritants, which helps prevent redness, rashes, and other skin flare-ups such as eczema and acne. Pure water has your skin feeling smoother and more comfortable from the first wash.

Say goodbye to dull, lifeless hair! Filtered water helps maintain your hair's natural oils, improving texture and shine.

Ever got out of the shower and thought your skin felt tight? Hot water won’t help your cause if you take a red hot shower, but it’s more than likely the contaminants that have dried your skin of its natural oils. Filtered water helps your skin retain moisture by preventing the loss of these oils, making your skin feel hydrated and healthy.

Pull quotes from real users and skin experts further validate these claims, showing how filtered water has improved their skin and hair health.**

Choosing the right filtered showerhead may seem complicated, but we’ve broken it down into a few simple steps:

1. Understand Different Filter Types: KDF-55 and Calcium Sulphite lead the way for Chlorine and Heavy Metal removal. Activated carbon leads the way for pesticides and herbicides. Lucky for you, our filter contains all three of these, and in abundance due to the size of the filter we’ve managed to create! Other filter mediums are on the market, however they’re not as effective. You can frequently find showers containing Vitamin C, which reduces chlorine, and mineral balls (Tourmaline & Ceramic Balls) which can help to ionise the water. Some mineral balls also claim to have antibacterial effects.

2. Consider Filter Lifespan and Maintenance: Some filters last longer than others, so consider how often you'll need to replace them. We, like many other filter companies recommend replacing filters every 3 months to ensure effective performance, however, this depends on usage and how many showers your household takes per day.

3. Compare Installation Types: Handheld vs. fixed – what suits your shower setup best? Do you have a shower that connects via a hose? You’re in luck, you’ll need something like a Curo. If you have a shower arm that comes out of the wall, you’ll need something that screws straight onto this, we may or may not have something coming to help with this!

We’ve put together a comparison chart that can help you weigh the pros and cons of various filters, including cost, maintenance, and effectiveness. Need more guidance? See our useful chart to compare the best-filtered shower heads on the market at the minute.

Here’s a quick comparison of the top filtered shower heads, including Curo Skin:

Expert Opinions on Filtered Shower Heads

Experts agree that filtered water can have a profound effect on skin and hair health. Dermatologists and trichologists weigh in, offering insights into how filtered water protects against skin irritation and hair damage.

Pull quotes and Dr’s headshots will enhance the credibility of these statements. Internal links to related blog articles on skin care and water quality offer more information for those curious to learn more.

Installing our filtered shower is easy-peasy! Simply:

1. Unscrew your existing shower head.

2. Screw the Curo-filtered shower onto the shower hose.

3. Turn the water on and enjoy pure bliss!

4. Replace the filter every 3 months by simply unscrewing the faceplate, removing the old filter, and popping the new one in. No tools are required!

A picture tutorial or video demonstration can guide you through the process. For specific instructions on Curoskin products, visit our product page for detailed guides.

Here’s why we believe Curo is the best choice for filtered shower heads:

• Best-in-class filtration ingredients that perform even in hot water.
• Largest filter in any handheld shower on the market (to our knowledge!)
• Easy installation and filter replacement - no tools required!
• Sleek, modern design that’s available in multiple colours to suit your bathroom
• Proven results

You can save up to 15% when you take out a rolling subscription, where we’ll deliver a new filter to your door on time, every time (billed every 90 days). Or if you’re looking to save even more money and reduce your carbon footprint, you can save 25% if you purchase a yearly subscription and we’ll deliver all of your filters at once. Don’t worry though, we’ll still email to remind you when to change your filter!

Filtered shower heads offer numerous benefits, from reducing skin irritation to improving hair health. Here at Curo we’ve designed our showers to provide the best experience, ensuring you enjoy healthier skin and hair every day. Because when you look good, you feel good. Ready to make a difference?