Reddit reviews AquaBliss High Output Universal Shower Filter with Replaceable Multi-Stage Filter Cartridge – Transform Itching, Eczema & Acne into Glowing Hair, Nails & Skin Fast - Chrome (SF220)
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PURIFIES YOUR WATER, PERFECTS YOUR SKIN – High output universal shower filter with REMOVABLE, replaceable multi stage filter dramatically reduces harmful Chlorine, dirt, bad odors and helps control the growth of scale LINKED TO dry, itchy skin, eczema, pustules, acne and ill-health so you LOOK BETTER, FEEL CLEANER & enjoy the skin you’re in again!A “MUST HAVE” – REVITALIZE YOUR BODY IN 1 WEEK: USERS SAY “AMAZING!” “Within a WEEK my hair became thicker and healthy root to tip – TWO WEEKS my ACNE & DRY ITCH subsided” “My itchy scalp, acne & shoulder PUSTLES are GONE – this is an absolutely must have” ““I’m LOVING IT – no chlorine smell, shampoo lathers better, soap RINSES BETTER, super easy to install” “AMAZED at how different my eyes, skin and hair felt the FIRST TIME I used it!”PROMOTES HEALING & RESTORATION: Beyond the fact that our multi stage filter reduces dry itchy skin, dandruff and eczema it’s unique multi stage filtration system is RECOGNIZED among THE BEST for dramatically improving the condition of your skin, hair and nails.WHY IT WORKS – UNIQUE, PROVEN BLEND of redox media, calcium sulfite, activated carbon quickly, easily and naturally eliminate all the yuck in city water, hard water and well water systems – as one customer said, “I never noticed the chlorine smell before but now that I have this in my shower, my sink water drives me crazy!”NO TOOL, 2 MINUTE INSTALL - MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: Simply unscrew your current shower head, screw in our universal high pressure shower filter, then reattach your shower head – No Tools Required. It’s guaranteed to DELIVER RESULTS and work with all shower types including fixed, rain and handheld shower head filters and leave you feeling 100% THRILLED with your healthier skin, hair and nails or your money back.
Added to my shower head after the fact!
I got an AquaBliss shower filter off of Amazon. It’s like $34 and really helped fix my hair. You can find my pre-filter hair after my move to Colorado in my post history.
I sleep with a humidifier too! I don’t know if that makes a difference, though!
What you are feeling is soap scum.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soap_scum
Most liquid soap uses sodium lauryl sulfate "SLS" which doesn't react the same way.
Get a water softener. They even make ones that screw onto the showerhead, so perfect for renters. You just have to refill them more often.
First, I'd recommend checking out r/SebDerm, there's a lot of great info there.
The exact cause of seborrheic dermatitis isn't yet known, so treating it is complicated. It may be the cause of a fungal infection or it may be genetic. You may want to consider seeing a dermatologist to help determine what is causing yours and the best treatment.
The two shampoos usually recommended are Head & Shoulders (like you're looking into) and Nizoral A-D. They each have different active ingredients; Head & Shoulders uses pyrithione zinc, while Nizoral A-D uses ketoconazole. Neither is inherently better, just be aware that you may have to try both to figure out what your skin needs.
How is your water at home? If you have hard water, that may be irritating your scalp as well. I went over this in an archived thread a while ago:
>Hard water is water that has higher mineral content. The usual suspects are calcium, magnesium, and sometimes iron. These minerals are present as cations (ions with fewer electrons than protons, giving it a positive charge), usually with a 2+ charge. That 2+ charge destroys the surfactant properties of soap, so rather than a soft lather, the soap forms a precipitate (soap scum).
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>That soap scum that is difficult to wash off the sides of sinks and showers is also difficult to wash off your skin. The residue left behind can clog pores and irritate the skin. If your skin feels dry and itchy out of the shower, or generally dull, the hard water may be the cause. It also affects hair and scalp health. If your scalp feels dry and itchy, or like shampoos don't quite clean your roots, it's likely because of the soap scum buildup.
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>If you're able to shower in an area with soft water, you can actually feel the difference. The water is almost slippery in comparison, and the soap feels lighter when you lather it. It also tastes a little sweeter, in my opinion.
Installing an entire water softener is often pricey, but there are decent filters that install in-line for your shower head that you can get for under $50.
There are also a number of home remedies that are recommended by users, but often have less research. It may be worth looking into as some people have success with these.
Anecdotally, a shower head filter was the best for me when I dealt with scalp irritation, this is the one I purchased. I can't say for sure that it was seborrheic dermatitis as I never went to a dermatologist, but the symptoms were very similar. Additionally, I use apple cider vinegar as a scalp treatment a couple times per week to give it a good cleanse. I dilute some and put it into a spray bottle, spray my scalp, and let it sit for 10-15 minutes before showering. Sometimes I'll soak in a tub with some apple cider vinegar and that makes the skin on my body feel a bit exfoliated (ACV is acidic) and clears up any breakouts. u/PoopDoopTrixie wrote up an entertaining and informative review about apple cider vinegar baths.
Seborrheic dermatitis is often a long term problem, there isn't always a "cure". Similar to people who have sensitive skin or are acne prone, it's more about figuring out a routine that works for you. Hopefully this information is helpful, the best of luck to you!
As long as you can detach the shower head from the spigot it should work! I have this filter and i attached a custom shower head to the end of it.
I use this one
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G7AZB96/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It works really really well, although you do have to look up what kind of chlorine/flouride is in your city water. I think the info is in the reviews for the product but there's a certain kind that some cities use that pretty much no filter can filter out.
this one got really good reviews and it's on sale for less than $32. might actually try one myself!
Get a shower fiiter. AquaBliss High Output Universal Shower Replaceable Multi Stage Filter Cartridge-Chrome (SF220), 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G7AZB96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NkACCbYYRBAW6 . Your municipal water might have changed. Give your hair a treatment to strip all the products from it.
I prefer the baking soda soak and wash. After thorough rinsing follow with Apple cider vinegar.
Looks like iron to me. CLR will probably fix it, but I'm not sure what it's called over there. It's a simple acid that removed minerals. Just soak the whole shower head in it.
Once you get the grout clean, seal it. If you know the exact grout used it will be helpful.
Lastly, you might try getting a shower head filter. Ugly, but works well. Makes your hair wash better as well.
Ideally you want to treat the water itself, but if you don't own the home that's probably not an option, and if you do it's not a quick and easy job, with the exception of a whole house filter that can usually be installed with simple hand tools, assuming it is a push-to-fit system and doesn't require soldering or anything exotic.
Do other parts of the house have this problem? If not, it may be the electric shower disintegrating, possibly because of acidic water.
Do you know what your pipes are made of?
>https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G7AZB96/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thank you! This is very helpful to know more about what my city is using, and very good advice to do more research on my part. :)
Here's the one I picked up. I researched for a while because there's so many options out there and I've been pretty satisfied with it. Both skin and hair wise.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G7AZB96/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm sure you'll find a technique that works for you. That's the thing with NP.. there's so many different variables going in, it's truly trial and error. Good luck!
Recently did the same thing. I haven't quite got it figured out but it's getting better.
After I co-wash i do a ACV rinse then condition again. I also wash my hair with ION shampoo from sally's every other week. By far the most improvement I saw was when I bought a filter for my shower.
AquaBliss High Output Universal Shower Filter with Replaceable 3-Stage Filter Cartridge - Chrome https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G7AZB96/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1FIkybPRD52SF
Super easy to install, just unscrew your shower head screw this on and then attach your shower head back on. No tools needed! It doesn't filter all the minerals out. They have ones that do but they are expensive and require a bit more work. This did help immensely though.
Like i said, my hair is nowhere near what it was when I moved to Florida 2 months ago but it a hell of a lot better than it was a week after I got down here. Before I installed the filter I was having a hard time combing my hair when it was completely saturated with conditioner.
Good luck!
Edit : Just re-read and saw your did try a new shower head. Damn.
Have you looked at lower volume options like an osmosis filter or one of these?:
Multi-Stage Filter Cartridge
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G7AZB96/
Get a whole filter if you want, but are your only real issues in teh shower? If so, they make some shower heads that have filters built in. This is super easy to do, but again, just a point of fuse.
This one goes in line before yoru own head
https://www.amazon.com/AquaBliss-Universal-Replaceable-3-Stage-Cartridge/dp/B01G7AZB96/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1473305651&sr=8-3&keywords=shower+filter
This one replaces yoru head and has filter built in
https://www.amazon.com/Culligan-WSH-C125-Wall-Mount-Capacity-Showerhead/dp/B0006VVN1S/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1473305651&sr=8-4&keywords=shower+filter
I applaud your desire, but 221 parts per million of total dissolved solids is actually pretty good. The World Health Organization says that water with a TDS (total dissolved solids) of 1,000 PPM is “acceptable” and under 600 PPM is “good.”
You can do all that you've researched. I have no idea how long you will get out of those filters. Gallons per year is going to determine their longevity; but I wouldn't be surprised if this costs several hundred dollars a year to maintain.
You'd be better off (read as cheaper) to install an R.O. system for drinking, but leave the rest of the house (dishwasher, clothes washer, and toilets) on city water. If you want a nice shower, look at the cartridges:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01G7AZB96
Seems like a lot of work for a few hundred parts per million; but of course it is entirely your call.