Showers used to leave my skin tight and my hair brittle.
Little did I knowmy water quality was to blame.
And yes,I have the healthier skin and hair to show for it.
Below, find my complete guide to the best shower filters and filtered showerheads.
Plus, everything you should probably know before investing in one for yourself.
), and other contaminents from your H2Oall without compromising water pressure.
I love that it doesn’t impact water pressure, and the design actually improves my bathroom’s aesthetic.
While replacing the filter is very simple in theory (thanks to the quick release valve!
), I’ll admit I typically need to ask my boyfriend for help unscrewing the showerhead.
Read my full Canopy review here.
I was happy to see no impact on my own water pressurebut the Jolie actuallyenhancedSchneider’s pressure.
“With a wider shower head, the spray falls more evenly and softly,” she says.
“My old shower head had harder pressure, whereas Jolie makes it feel more like a rainfall.”
Bonus: Schneider’s hair stylist even commented on her extra silky strands post-installation.
Read my full Jolie shower filter review here.
Not similar to the previous options, the Berkey is an inline filter rather than a filtered showerhead.
Although it’s not the most aesthetically pleasing, she loves knowing that her water is cleaner and healthier.
Kelleher reported that after continued use her skin feels less itchy and dry.
Her hair is silkier and smootherand she is now able to air dry it with significantly less frizz.
The sleek design reminds me a lot of theJolie: minimalist and chic.
Frye adds that her skin no longer feels tight, but instead is comfortable and balanced.
Read our full Act+Acre Showerhead Filter review here.
After all, thisisthe brand behind my top shower filter pickand the handheld design is so versatile!
Whats more, the brand even sends a scalp massager attachment with your purchase.
Just like the OG Canopy, installation is simple and takes less than five minutes with no tools whatsoever.
Some people need a wrench, which is included with your filter.
Read our full Canopy Handheld Filtered Showerhead review here.
Its carbon shower filter is NSF and ANSI 177 & 372-certified to remove free available chlorine and lead.
Plus, her water pressure was not compromised one bit.
Comparing the best shower filters
Does unfiltered water damage skin and hair?
And unfiltered water isnt doing your hair any favors, either.
Who should use a shower filter?
Regardless of your choice of filter, Postmus recommends choosing an NSF-certified filter tested to NSF/ANSI 177 standards.
Certification for shower filters assures consumers that the filter effectively removes chlorine from the water, he adds.
I recommend a shower filter with advanced filter technology, often with activated carbon, he explains.
Your checklist for choosing the best shower filter:
Why are some not NSF certified?
FAQ:
Are shower filters worth it?
Yes, experts agree that shower filters can help reduce the amount of harmful chemicals in your water.
This can have a positive impact on your skin, hair, and overall health.
How often should you change your shower filter?
This depends on the shower filter.
What jot down of shower filter is most effective?
Per experts, shower filters that are ANSI/NSF Standard 177-certified are most effective at removing harsh chemicals from water.
Certification for shower filters assures consumers that the filter effectively removes chlorine from the water, Postmus says.
Eckelberry recommends going with a filter that uses activated carbon in the filtration process.
Should I buy a water filter for my shower?
That said, every option on our list left me (and our other testers) impressed.
*Additional reporting byBrittany Natale.
