If your skin feels dry, itchy, or irritated after every shower—or your hair just won’t stay soft and manageable—there might be more to blame than your soap or shampoo. The real culprit could be chlorine in your tap water.
Chlorine is commonly added to public water supplies to disinfect it. While it helps kill bacteria, it can also have harsh effects on your skin, hair, and overall health—especially during hot showers when your pores are open and steam turns chlorine into an airborne irritant.
This is where a shower filter for chlorine like the Afina Filtered Showerhead can make a huge difference.
🚿 Why Is There Chlorine in Your Shower Water?
Most municipal water systems add chlorine (and sometimes chloramine, a chlorine-ammonia compound) to kill pathogens and ensure safe drinking water. While it’s great for keeping your water bacteria-free, it’s not so great for your body when absorbed or inhaled.
During a hot shower:
- Chlorine turns into chloroform vapor, which you breathe in.
- Your skin absorbs chlorine and other chemicals more easily due to heat and steam.
- Repeated exposure over time can dry out your skin, trigger sensitivities, and dull your hair.
You wouldn’t wash your face with pool water—so why shower in it?
🧬 What Chlorine Does to Your Skin and Hair
Chlorine is a powerful chemical—and unfortunately, that power doesn’t shut off at the showerhead. Here’s what it can do to your body:
Chlorine on Skin
- Strips natural oils, leading to dry, flaky, or itchy skin
- Can worsen eczema, psoriasis, and sensitivity
- May cause redness, inflammation, or “tight” skin after a shower
Chlorine on Hair
- Makes hair dry, brittle, and more prone to breakage
- Can fade hair color faster (especially treated or dyed hair)
- Leads to a dull, lifeless appearance over time
People with sensitive skin, children, or those who bathe frequently are at even higher risk of chlorine-related irritation.
💧 How Much Chlorine Is in Tap Water?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) allows up to 4 mg/L (or 4 ppm) of chlorine in public water systems—about the same level used in swimming pools. While this is considered safe for consumption, it’s not ideal for daily skin and hair exposure.
Some regions also use chloramine, which is more stable and difficult to remove. It’s equally drying and may require specialized filters to fully eliminate.
🔍 Want to know what’s in your water? You can get a free water report here to see how much chlorine is in your local supply.
✅ The Solution: A Shower Filter for Chlorine
Installing a shower filter for chlorine like the is one of the easiest, most affordable ways to protect your skin and hair from harsh chemicals. These filters are designed to reduce or eliminate:
- Chlorine and chloramine
- Heavy metals
- Sediment and rust
- Other volatile chemicals
🌿 Why the Afina Shower Filter Stands Out
The Afina Showerhead is engineered specifically for chemical-sensitive skin and hard water areas. It fits most fixed showerheads and uses multi-layer filtration to remove chlorine, chloramine, and mineral buildup—without sacrificing water pressure.
Customers often report:
- Softer, less irritated skin
- Shinier, smoother hair
- Less dryness after showering
- A noticeable difference in just a few days
🧖 Final Thoughts
If you're investing in your skincare and haircare—but ignoring your water—you’re missing a huge piece of the puzzle. The chlorine in your shower water may be undoing all that work every single day.
A shower filter for chlorine like Afina is a simple switch with real benefits. It’s better for your body, your hair, and your peace of mind.
Your skin deserves better. Start filtering your water, starting at the source—with your shower.
