Get Softer Skin Now

If you’ve tried every lotion, serum, and body oil but your skin still feels dry or tight after a shower, your water (not your skincare routine) may be to blame.

Houston’s water is known for being hard HARD, meaning it’s loaded with minerals like calcium and magnesium. If you think about how those minerals leave build up on your faucet… just consider what they’re also doing to your skin (and hair)!

That residue can disrupt your skin’s natural moisture barrier, leading to dryness, irritation, and even breakouts.

The solution is *usually* in your plumbing.

How Hard Water Affects Your Skin

Every time you shower or wash your face, hard water leaves a microscopic film of minerals behind. That film reacts with soap and body wash, creating what dermatologists call “soap scum” on your skin.

Here’s what that looks like in daily life:

• Dry, itchy skin even after moisturizing

• Flaky scalp and dull hair

• Redness or irritation that flares up after showers

• Worsening of eczema or sensitive skin

• Residue that traps oil and bacteria, leading to breakouts

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many Houston homeowners notice dramatic improvements in their skin once they soften and filter their water.

Why Your Water Type Matters

Houston’s municipal water and private wells both have high mineral content. While safe to drink, that hardness level can be anywhere from 8 to 15 grains per gallon (gpg). More than enough to visibly affect your skin and hair.

When minerals bind with soap, they strip your skin’s natural oils instead of nourishing them. Over time, your skin barrier weakens, and products you apply can’t absorb the way they should.

The result? Your skin feels dry, tight, or “squeaky clean” which is actually a sign of imbalance.

How Water Treatment Can Help

The fastest way to get softer, healthier skin is to start with softer, healthier water.

1. Water Softeners
A water softener removes calcium and magnesium ions and replaces them with sodium or potassium. These minerals don’t leave residue. You’ll notice the difference after your first shower:

• Skin feels smoother and more hydrated

• Hair becomes softer and easier to manage

• You need less soap, shampoo, and conditioner

2. Whole-Home Filtration Systems
Combine softening with carbon filtration for the best of both worlds: chlorine-free, mineral-balanced water that’s gentle on your skin from every tap and shower.

3. Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) Systems
For drinking and cooking water, R.O. filtration removes chlorine, chloramines, and other irritants that can contribute to inflammation or dehydration from the inside out.

Why Environmental ProTech

At Environmental ProTech, we’ve helped Houston families improve their water—and their skin—for over 30 years. Our systems are designed specifically for Houston’s unique water chemistry, giving your home an immediate and noticeable difference.

When you work with us, you get:

• In-home testing to find out exactly what’s in your water

• Custom-designed systems that target your home’s specific hardness and chlorine levels

• Professional installation and Ongoing Service and support from Houston’s most trusted water team

You don’t have to accept dry skin as “just how it is.” With better water, your skin naturally returns to balance without an expensive skincare routine.

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PS. We have over 30 years experience in bringing clean water to the Houston Homeowners. Our reviews speak for themselves! If you want clean drinking water from your faucet, contact us at 281-495-4420 to schedule your free water test today.