How Heavy Metals can cause skin issues

You turn on the tap, the water looks crystal clear — so it must be fine, right? Not necessarily. Heavy metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium can dissolve into your water without changing how it looks or smells. They may be microscopic, but their impact on your skin isn’t small.

Where Do Heavy Metals Come From?

• Old plumbing systems – Lead pipes and solder can leach metals into your water.

• Industrial runoff – Factories, mining, and agriculture can introduce contaminants into groundwater.

• Water main repairs – Construction or changes in flow can release metals from corroded pipes.

Even if your home is brand new, the pipes between your street and your tap might be decades old.

Why Heavy Metals Are a Skin Issue

Heavy metals don’t just stay on the surface — they can disrupt your skin’s natural barrier, making it more prone to dryness, irritation, and even premature ageing. Metals like lead and mercury can trigger oxidative stress, meaning your skin is essentially fighting tiny invisible aggressors every time you wash your face.

Is It Dangerous?

For skin, yes. Heavy metals can:

• Increase sensitivity and redness

• Interfere with collagen production

• Amplify existing skin conditions like eczema or dermatitis
  
  

And while health authorities set limits for drinking water safety, there’s no “safe” level for daily skin contact when you’re aiming for a healthy glow.

Why Lushi Cares

You wouldn’t wash your face in dirty dishwater — so why let invisible heavy metals have a free pass? The Lushi Filter is designed to remove these unseen culprits, giving you water that’s cleaner, softer, and safer for your skin.

Because beauty starts with the basics — and the cleanest water possible.