The Beauty Journal

Have you ever washed your hair, only for it to feel greasy, heavy or like it hasn't been washed at all? Even after double shampooing, using expensive haircare products and following your usual routine, your hair just doesn't feel clean. While your first instinct might be to change your shampoo, the problem could be something you haven't considered: the water you're washing your hair in.

Shower filters are becoming a must-have in beauty routines, and for good reason! As more creators share their experiences with hair and skin health, there's a growing conversation around something you often overlook: the water you’re showering in every day. From TikTok's viral everything showers to influencers sharing their experiences with hard water, people are realising that their beauty routines don't just begin with the products they use, but with the water they're washing in.

The Ingredients This is where some of the main filtration happens. Calcium SulfiteCalcium sulfite is particularly effective at reducing chlorine and works effectively in both hot and cold water, making it well suited to shower filtration. KDF-55One of the key ingredients in our Shower Purifier. KDF-55 helps remove chlorine and reduce unwanted contaminants and metals from your shower water. Activated CarbonActivated carbon provides an additional filtration stage, helping reduce chlorine, certain impurities and odours. Together, KDF-55, calcium sulfite and activated carbon form an important part of our multi-stage system. Our Shower Purifier has been independently laboratory tested to remove 99% of chlorine and reduce tested contaminants including aluminium, copper, iron, lead, magnesium, mercury and zinc.

How can chlorine affect your skin? Your skin has a natural protective barrier that helps retain moisture and protect it from the outside environment. Your daily shower routine can have an impact on this barrier, particularly when you're taking long or hot showers. Regular exposure to chlorinated water may contribute to a drying effect for some people, potentially leaving your skin feeling: Dry or tight after showering More sensitive than usual Itchy or irritated Rough or uncomfortable Like you need to moisturise immediately after showerin

Here are just a few to keep in mind as you begin to spend more time outdoors and in the sun: Salt water pulls moisture from hair and skin leading to dehydrated hair and skin Pool chlorine strips away natural oils from your hair; can leave blondes/colored hair dull, brassy, brittle and sometimes with a green tinge Summer heat and humidity means more sweat which can lead to build up on your scalp and clogged pores Intense sun exposure can leave your hair feeling frizzy and almost ‘crunchy’

Does Australia have hard water? And why? Have you ever noticed a change in your hair and skin when you travel to another city or country, or simply move house? The water quality in the area could be one of the reasons why. Australia has diverse water sources, meaning the water coming from you tap can vary depending on your location.

Bringing a Filtered Beauty Shower Filter on your next Bali trip should be a non-negotiable and here's why: Unregulated water in Bali Throughout Bali water sources and qualities vary meaning the minerals, metals and treatment chemicals also vary.  Mineral build-up can be high in Bali, in particular magnesium and calcium Bleached hair can be more susceptible to mineral and metal build-up, of course you want fresh hair for your holiday but don't want to come home with damaged hair You spend hundreds of dollars on your hair appointments and you don’t want to undo all the time and money invested into it You are probably showering in Bali more often than usual, between the humidity and swimming in the ocean and pools, meaning your hair is exposed to more hard water and chlorine than usual

So how can you tell when your filter needs to be changed? Hair begins to feel dry, dull & rough Your skin starts to feel irritated, tight & dry after showering If you're blonde, you may notice your blonde becoming brassy quite quickly Water pressure is not affected by the filter but right at the end of the cartridges use you may notice a decrease in water pressure Mineral build up can start to increase in your shower, such as on your hardware and glass

Transform Your Bath Routine with Dechlorination Discover the benefits of dechlorinated bathwater with Filtered Beauty’s new Bath Purifier for Bath Dechlorination. Chlorine in your bathwater can strip away natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation. Our innovative purifier removes chlorine and other impurities, offering a gentler, fresher, and more enjoyable bathing experience. Learn how integrating dechlorination into your routine can enhance your skin and hair health, and why it’s a must-have for a truly relaxing bath.