When we mention acne, most tend to think about the spots that appear on the face but, unfortunately, this isn’t where the problem ends. Many also experience acne on their backs, chests and shoulders – commonly referred to as body acne.
So often overlooked is the fact that acne may actually be caused or exacerbated by the type of water you shower with. So installing a shower filter could be the key to smoother, softer, spot-free skin and here we explain how it works.
The Link Between Unfiltered Water and Acne
To understand the link between unfiltered water and body acne, it helps to understand exactly what it is in our shower water that can cause irritation. Essentially the elements in unfiltered shower water that can wreak havoc with our skin include:
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Chlorine
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Hard Water Minerals (such as calcium and magnesium)
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Heavy Metals (such as lead, copper, and mercury)
All of these components can exacerbate body acne. Firstly, chlorine can be incredibly drying for the skin, which may seem like a good thing for acne (as acne is usually made worse by having oily skin) but in reality it can have the opposite effect. Chlorine can strip the skin of natural oils which essentially make it overcompensate by producing more oil and, therefore, worsen acne.
Hard water minerals are also bad for acne, mainly because they can clog the pores. When hard water is combined with cleaners, it creates soap scum which blocks the pores and produces more spots on the skin, clogging pores and further aggravating the skin.
How Shower Filters Help
An effective shower filter essentially removes the chlorine, hard-water minerals and naturally occurring heavy metals present in your shower water. These impurities exacerbate acne so by completely removing them from your shower routine, you’ll start to see improvements in the condition of your body acne and skin overall. What’s more, the cleaner, purer water makes way for skincare products to work as effectively as possible, boosting your cleansing routine and removing the chance of irritants causing dry skin.
Usually, you can see improvements in your skin within just a few days and within a few weeks acne will start to clear completely – especially if you experience intense outbreaks. Of course, it helps to pair installing a shower filter, such as our SF100 Revitalize Shower Filter with a good body cleansing routine to maximize effectiveness.
Installing a Shower Filter for Improved Body Acne
Installing a shower filter in your home shouldn’t be complicated. At AquaBliss we’ve worked to not only create the most effective shower filters, but also to make them easy to install to make sure you’re able to get the most out of them as soon as possible.
We not only provide useful advice on the effects of unfiltered water on your skin and hair, but we also have a range of shower filters specifically designed to filter out the impurities present in your tap water.
Once you find the right shower filter for your system, it’s simply a case of following the step-by-step instructions to get it set up and we also have a team of experts on-hand if you need extra help. So, if your skin is struggling, let’s start making a difference immediately.
