Water Filtration For The Shower

A whole-house water softener is the best fix, but the systems can cost thousands of dollars, plus they need to be serviced annually by a professional. Enter the shower filter. The 5 Best Shower Filters for Better Skin and Hair, Tested by BHG These add-ons filter out impurities in hard water, providing benefits for you and your shower over time.

These are the best shower filters I've found. For more purity filters and tests, check out our guides to the Best Backpacking Water Filters, Best Air Purifiers, and Best Indoor Air Quality Monitors. We found the best filtered shower heads of 2025 that help remove chlorine and other unwanted substances from your water.

We lab tested 10 of the most popular shower water filters and used our data. The best showerhead filters help soften water by removing contaminants such as calcium carbonate and magnesium, and other substances like iron, mercury, and hydrogen sulfide. Keep in mind that some shower water filters will yield better-feeling hair and skin immediately, and others may take longer, which we noticed even with the handful we tested.

Experts recommend the best shower water filters from brands like Jolie, Aquasana, Kohler, AquaBliss, T3, Berkey, and more. A typical shower filter offers 10,000-12,000 gallons of filtration before it needs a replacement, and on average, we use 20. Check out our picks for the best shower filters of the year, including product highlights and pros and cons for each.

Check out this detailed guide and review of the best shower filter options on the market. See shopping tips and top picks here.