Could your showerhead really be to blame?

People are opting for filtered showerheads for better skin and hair.

The filtered showerhead hype is real, with brands like Jolie andCanopytaking over the social media scene.

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More and more people are hopping on the bandwagon, and it’s clear to see why.

I’ve had it for almost two years; it’s insane.

I have such clear skin, like, I literally don’t have any pimples."

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It was so easy to assemble, and my hair and skin already feel so much better.

you should probably upgrade your showerhead now."

Water hardness refers to the amount of dissolved calcium and magnesium in water.

In hard water, soap reacts with the calcium to form a soap scum-key in residue.

These filters remove these minerals from the water."

“Hair overall appears flatter and duller, with less volume and shine.

When it comes to skin, chlorine can lead to acne indirectly, explains Dr. Penzi.

Mineral deposits as well can indirectly cause acne but clogging pores and also disrupting the skin barrier.”