Residents of Licking County, Ohio, often receive water sourced from the county’s aquifer, a natural underground reservoir that supplies water drawn by private wells and some community water systems. This water travels from the aquifer through pipes to household taps, carrying with it minerals naturally present in the groundwater environment.
Common Belief: Dry Skin Will Self-Correct Over Time Without Water Treatment
When dry skin persists due to water quality, it is tempting to assume the issue will resolve naturally. However, ongoing exposure to mineral-rich water from the Licking County aquifer can gradually affect skin moisture retention and texture. Prolonged contact with certain mineral constituents, such as calcium and magnesium compounds found in this region, may exacerbate skin dryness when no adjustments to water treatment are made after existing equipment fails.
Common Belief: All Water Quality Standards Are Health-Based Limits
Water hardness, largely determined by calcium and magnesium levels, is often measured and reported as part of regional water quality data. According to U.S. Geological Survey sampling of nine wells in Licking County’s aquifer from 2012, hardness concentrations ranged from 193.0 to 588.0 mg/L, with a median of 428.0 mg/L. None of these values exceeded any federal health-based limits. It is important to distinguish that these figures are monitoring results, not regulatory violations, and the levels relate primarily to water’s taste and feel rather than safety.
Common Belief: Kitchen and Bathroom Fixtures Are Equally Affected by Mineral Content
Within a household, water-contact fixtures such as faucets, showers, and appliances can be differently affected by mineral levels. Fixtures that involve significant skin contact, including showers and bath faucets, are where dry skin symptoms most often manifest, because they expose the skin directly to mineral-laden water. Kitchen fixtures and dishwashers, while impacted by minerals, typically show effects more related to deposits and rinsing quality rather than skin condition.
Common Belief: Water Treatment Capacity Should Match Well Output or System Pressure
When considering a system to address dry skin caused by mineral content, matching treatment capacity to the household’s daily water use is key. This means understanding how much water your household consumes under typical conditions and selecting equipment capable of handling that volume efficiently. Proper sizing ensures consistent water quality benefits throughout the day, supporting better skin outcomes without service interruptions.
Common Belief: Public Water System Records Reflect Individual Private Well Conditions
Records from public water systems or regional aquifer studies like those conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey provide useful context about water quality trends in Licking County. However, they do not establish the specific conditions of a private well. To accurately understand your own water’s characteristics and its effect on skin, direct testing of your water source is necessary. This individualized data informs whether technologies such as the Fleck Dry, Itchy Skin System are appropriate and at what capacity.
It is important to note what these regional water data should NOT lead you to conclude: the presence of minerals measured at regional wells does not mean your water is unsafe or in violation of health standards. Instead, it offers a guide for understanding potential aesthetic and comfort-related issues like dry skin and directs attention toward testing and treatment tailored to your household’s unique water conditions.
The Fleck Dry, Itchy Skin System ships ready to configure and provides a targeted approach to reducing mineral content that can contribute to skin dryness. Its capacity options allow for matching with household water demand, supporting improved skin hydration and comfort where hardness minerals play a role over time.
Where this information comes from
Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2012-11-09. These figures describe groundwater sampled in this area. They are not a test of any individual private well - only a test of that well can establish its own water.
On record: U.S. Geological Survey sampling of Hardness, Ca, Mg in the aquifer (Licking County): 9 results from 9 wells, median 428.0 mg/L, range 193.0-588.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold
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