Some contaminants in water, such as trihalomethane [THM],
a chlorination by-product has been
linked to cancer and are absorbed through the skin. Shower
water filters are designed to filter
contaminants from your water, including THM's at the point of use when a whole home system is not being used.
Chlorine showerhead filters are effective in removing contaminants as well as removing odors and balancing the pH of the water.
Manufacturers claim that showering and bathing with filtered water will give smoother, softer skin and hair that is less dry
because of the absence of harsh chemicals in the water.
The balancing of the pH and the removal of
minerals from the water will keep your tub and shower area cleaner
too.
If head room under in your shower is an issue for
you, look for more compact shower water filters that will not substantially lower
the position of the shower head, or try a hand held unit.
Shower water filters are available with high-quality, adjustable
power-massage shower heads. Handheld shower water filters combine the ease and
convenience of showering with the peace of mind from
showering in filtered water. Hand held shower water filters are great for shampooing and bathing
children and pets.
Water filters for the bath tub are also available although not as
common as shower water filters. Bathtub water filters hang beneath your
bathtub faucet and
filter water using a replaceable water filter disc as it passes from the tap into the
bathtub.
Check out our shower filters review below to see how popular
shower water filters compare.