Facts About Water Absorption and Ingestion (And Why It Matters in Los Angeles)
Understanding how our bodies absorb water—whether we ingest it or absorb it through the skin—is especially important when considering water quality in Los Angeles homes. A high-quality whole home water filtration system, like the Waterboy™, ensures not only cleaner drinking water but also safer bath and shower experiences.
How We Absorb Water
Water enters our bodies in two primary ways:
- Oral ingestion: Drinking water is absorbed through the digestive system.
- Skin absorption and inhalation: Bathing or swimming allows water—and any dissolved contaminants—to seep into the body through the skin or to be inhaled as steam.
Research shows that during an adult bath, about 63% of water absorption occurs through skin exposure, compared to 27% from drinking. For children, these numbers shift even more dramatically—40% skin absorption vs. 60% oral ingestion .
What This Means for Los Angeles Homes
Given the prevalence of chlorine and other additives in municipal water systems, simply relying on bottled water or under-sink filters isn’t enough. You need a solution that treats every drop flowing into your home—water that’s used for drinking, cooking, bathing, and cleaning.
The Waterboy Whole House Water Filtration System does exactly that. It treats all water at the point of entry, reducing contaminants not only in drinking water but also in bath and shower water—where skin absorption and steam inhalation can introduce harmful chemicals into the body.
Benefits of Whole Home Water Filtration in Los Angeles
- Improves taste, odor, and safety of drinking water from every tap
- Reduces skin and respiratory exposure to chlorine and other chemicals
- Protects against health risks associated with steam inhalation and skin absorption
- Increases hydration quality—leading to better health and well-being
The Importance of Choosing Right for LA Families
In sunny, outdoor-centric cities like Los Angeles, many homes use the shower as a daily retreat. Without proper filtration, you’re bathing in unhindered tap water—and breathing in potentially harmful steam. A whole home water filtration system ensures all of your water—from shower to kitchen sink—is safe, clean, and healthy.
📞 If you’re concerned about LA’s tap water and urinary exposure through baths or showers, call us today to learn how the Waterboy Whole House Water Filtration can safeguard your family’s health—inside and out.
| Skin Absorption | Exposure Time | Oral Ingestion | |
| Adult Bath | 63% | 15 min | 27% |
| Infant Bath | 40% | 15 min | 60% |
| Child Swim | 88% | 1 hour | 12% |
| Total Avg | 64% | 36% |
