Many of our new customers have asked this question. Why does my Soft Water feel so slimy? How come I can't get the soap to rinse off of me? As always when it comes to water quality the final answer may depend on the local water characteristics within your specific region, and the type of Water Treatment Equipment that you have chosen. However, the answer here in South Florida has to a lot do with the exchange of Sodium for Calcium taking place within the Water Softener. Calcium is one of the most common Ions in our local Water. It makes up over 90% of the Total Hardness in South Florida. Calcium makes things like clothing and skin feel rough, and dried out. It is usually found naturally occurring in the form of Calcium Bi-Carbonate. When the Water travels through a Water Softening System the Softener Resin attracts and holds the Calcium from the water. For every single Hardness Ion removed from the Water, about a 1/2 of a Sodium Ion will be introduced into the water. What you end up with is a slight increase in the Sodium level in the form of Sodium Bi-Carbonate, in the Softened Water.
Another factor is the Skin itself. Over prolonged exposure to Hard Water the pores of your skin become blocked with Calcium. By not allowing natural skin oils to exit through the pores, your skin can become dry and rough. Once the Water Is Softened the pores clear out and the skin oil becomes present. This can cause a slippery skin feeling also.
Soap is the final culprit. Once you remove Hardness from the Water, it is important to cut down on the amount of soap that you use by over 1/2. Soft water makes more suds which can feel slippery.
Once customers become accustomed to Soft Water they learn to expect that slippery/silky feel and won’t settle for less. It is a constant reminder that their Water Treatment System is working properly and that they are showering in the best water for their skin.
Until next time treat yourself to a nice warm silky bath, and enjoy your great water!
Another factor is the Skin itself. Over prolonged exposure to Hard Water the pores of your skin become blocked with Calcium. By not allowing natural skin oils to exit through the pores, your skin can become dry and rough. Once the Water Is Softened the pores clear out and the skin oil becomes present. This can cause a slippery skin feeling also.
Soap is the final culprit. Once you remove Hardness from the Water, it is important to cut down on the amount of soap that you use by over 1/2. Soft water makes more suds which can feel slippery.
Once customers become accustomed to Soft Water they learn to expect that slippery/silky feel and won’t settle for less. It is a constant reminder that their Water Treatment System is working properly and that they are showering in the best water for their skin.
Until next time treat yourself to a nice warm silky bath, and enjoy your great water!
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