While drinking chlorinated water is regulated for safety, daily exposure doesn’t stop at the glass.

Skin & Hair Effects

• Strips natural oils
• Can worsen eczema or psoriasis
• Leads to dry, brittle hair
• May irritate eyes and scalp

Drinking vs Showering Exposure

Hot showers increase chlorine vapor, which can be inhaled and absorbed through the skin—sometimes more than drinking water alone.

Children, seniors, and people with sensitive skin often notice the effects first.

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