Are Filtered Showerheads a Gimmick? I Asked Dermatologists - CNET

I’ve been fed countless ads for filtered showerheads over the years, but I’ve always wondered what they actually do and if they’re really necessary.

“Filtered showerheads work by using a filtration system to remove certain contaminants or minerals from the water before it reaches the skin and hair,” said Dr. Marisa Garshick, a board-certified dermatologist and a clinical assistant professor of dermatology at Weill Cornell Medicine.

But do filtered showerheads actually have any real benefits? I already have a filter for the water I drink — do I need one for the water in my shower, too?

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