Water Filtration

Many dermatologists and pediatricians recommend that families use high pressure shower filters for health reasons. While many people are aware of the contaminants in tap water, thoughts of the effects of that water on the hair and skin are often dismissed. There are other, additional effects on health from showering with tap water of which most people are completely unaware.

The worst contaminant in tap water for your hair and skin is chlorine. It is used by all municipalities in the purification and recycling of tap water. It is used to eliminate the more harmful chemicals and organic compounds that tend to infiltrate water and sewage systems. A high pressure shower filter can clean the water of this high chlorine content.

Chlorine can actually dry out the skin. It has also been known to cause break outs of acne, eczema, and psoriasis. All of these dermatological conditions are typically cleared up completely or reduced significantly by the use of high pressure shower filters, which cut down on the chlorine content of the water.

There are many other adverse health effects from chlorinated water. The EPA recently released a report stating that almost every home in the United States has some level of chloroform gas in the air. This is caused by the evaporation of chlorine through the steam of showers. This gas is inhaled daily by millions, and could be one cause for the leap in the occurrence of asthma in children. This phenomenon is also eliminated through the use of a high pressure shower filter.

There are many shower filters to choose from, and finding a high pressure shower filter with high performance can be difficult. Some of the most efficient shower filters have a very low pressure. The lower water pressure allows for higher consumption of the water as well as adding the danger of the film of soaps and shampoos being left on the skin.

Many high pressure shower filters increase pressure through the filter itself. This holds its own dangers. These filters work by forcing molecules through a membrane. When the pressure of the water going through the filter is increased, more harmful contaminants are left in the water. Additionally, these filters typically only remove chlorine and a few other contaminants.

The best high pressure shower filter is one that filters for chlorine and other contaminants, while also restoring the PH balance of the water. Filters of this type use two stages rather than one to filter the water. A carbon based filter allows for more purification from harmful chemicals and organic compounds found in tap water. Another filter removes the chlorine from the water and restores the PH balance of the water.

This allows for less water consumption, and can also save you money on soaps and shampoos. High pressure shower filters result in what is called soft water. That is, the water is PH balanced. This allows you to use less soap and shampoo, which is both better for your skin and better for your wallet.

In the end, any shower filter is better than none. However, when looking at high pressure shower filters it is important to take into consideration all of the health risks that need to be addressed. Getting the unit for your family will help keep you and your children healthy.

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