What is a shower filter?
A shower filter is a water filter that is used to filter the water while taking a shower. It may attach to the pips that connect to the shower, or to the shower head, depending the design. It cannot only remove these harmful disinfection byproducts but also other contaminants in our water. For example, we can use it to soften our water to reduce calcification caused by hard water. You know hard water is also a threat to our skin and hair.
Why do we need a shower filter?
- Enjoy a healthier shower. If you have such a filter, there is less chlorine and other harmful disinfection byproducts. This means you absorb less contaminants, ensure you have much healthier shower.
- Protect your skin and hair. Our skin and hair are a little acidic, while chlorine is a little alkaline. Therefore, the reaction between acid and alkaline will dry out our skin and hair, because the protective old on our skin and hair are removed. If you want to protect your hair and skin, you should use a shower filter to get rid of chlorine.
- Make water gentler. If the tap water is in a high level of chlorine, it will irritate our skin and eyes. This is so bad for young kids as well as eczema suffers. Therefore, use a filter to make the water gentler to our eyes and skin.
- Remove bad odours. Such a filter also can remove the odours cause by chlorine and its byproducts. Once you have installed it, you will notice the difference. The water without chlorine smells nice.
How to find the best shower filter?
When you are looking for a shower head filter, you need to pay attention to something important.
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Which type of filters to choose?
The most effective media to remove Chlorine is Calcium Sulfite ( CaSO3).Most media has a problem to de-chlorine in the hot water and remove chlorine in seconds.(for example - active carbon) Only CaSo3 has the ability to remove chlorine both in the hot water and in the instant time.
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How long it can last?
All the filters cannot last forever without replacing filters. Generally, they can last 6 months, and some may last 1 year or longer. How long it can last depends on the filter itself, the quality of your water and how long you showers are. Generally, they can filter a certain amount of litres of water. If your shower time exceeds this number, you need to change your filter.
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The cost and availability of replacement filters. Every 6 months or longer, you need to change the filter. If the replacement filters are difficult to get, you cannot replace it as soon as possible. And if the cost of replacement filters is expensive, you will cost more money on them. Therefore, before buying one, you need to understand the availability and cost of these replacement filters
- Check Customer Reviews and choose a reputable brand. You can check other’s reviews and decide whether it is the best one. I think nobody wants to choose one with ordinary sand or marbles. You also can choose a famous brand. Generally, their products are more reliable.
We recommend the Aquarius Water C360 Shower FIlter.
Features:
This portable shower filter removes Chlorine effectively from the running tap water.
Why do we need Shower Filtration C360 Water Filter?
Chlorine is a chemical that is used to prevent bacteria overgrowth in water supply, as well as for sanitation for sewage and industrial waste. It is also an ingredient in several household cleaning products.
Chlorine could make your skin and hair rough and brittle too.
C360 Features:
This shower filter removes Chlorine effectively from the running tap water.
- Unique date indicator to select the date of installation.
- Replaceable cartridge filter
- Prevents bacteria growth
- No tools necessary - Install in minutes
- Fits existing shower arm
Why do we need Shower Filters?
Chlorine is a chemical that is used to prevent bacteria overgrowth in water supply, as well as for sanitation for sewage and industrial waste. It is also an ingredient in several household cleaning products.
Chlorine could make your skin and hair rough and brittle too.
How does it work?
The Shower Filter uses a patented filtering media called Calcium Sulfite. It effectively removes chlorine and other contaminants including iron, arsenic, mercury and hydrogen sulphide. The filter also effectively controls several types of bacteria as well as algae and fungi.