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"Why does my skin feel dry after showering?" This is a common question when water quality interacts with skin health. In Navajo County, Arizona, water sourced from aquifer 220NAVJ can contribute to skin dryness due to certain mineral contents identified by government sampling. Understanding these factors can guide you toward effective relief.

Interpreting Certified Laboratory Tests for Calcium and Magnesium

Certified lab tests for water hardness report the concentrations of calcium and magnesium ions, measured in milligrams per liter (mg/L). These minerals contribute to water hardness, which can influence skin moisture by reducing soap’s effectiveness and leaving residues that dry the skin. Test results typically provide a range of values, indicating the minimum, maximum, and median concentrations in a water source.

The Influence of Plumbing Material and Age

Beyond source water quality, plumbing materials and their age impact how water affects your skin. Older pipes may contribute additional minerals or cause changes in water chemistry. These factors can alter the water's interaction with skin, independent of the aquifer's mineral content. Recognizing plumbing’s role helps separate source water effects from household system influences.

Water Characteristics After Using the Pentair Dry, Itchy Skin System

Once treated with the Pentair Dry, Itchy Skin System, water commonly feels gentler on skin, with reduced sensation of dryness or itchiness. The system adjusts water minerals and reduces elements that interfere with skin hydration. This improvement is documented through user experience and aligns with the technology’s design to address water-related skin dryness.

Sample Size and Well Distribution Behind Navajo County Water Data

The water quality figures come from 40 samples drawn from 14 wells throughout Navajo County’s aquifer 220NAVJ, collected between June 2010 and August 2019. Wells range in depth from 554 to 3,737 feet, providing a broad view of the aquifer’s mineral profile. This sample set reflects area conditions but cannot specify your household’s exact water composition.

Understanding the Measured Range and Federal Standards

The calcium and magnesium concentrations in these samples varied from 1.23 mg/L up to 163.0 mg/L, with a median of 2.935 mg/L. Importantly, none of these figures exceeded federal thresholds, indicating compliance with standards designed to ensure water safety. Since hardness values are aesthetic secondary standards, levels above certain points do not indicate health hazards but may affect skin feel and mineral buildup.

Distinguishing Public-System Records from Private-Well Testing

Public-system water records provide area-wide data from multiple wells, reflecting general aquifer conditions rather than specific household water quality. Private wells can differ significantly due to localized geology and well depth. Therefore, testing your own water at a certified lab is essential for precise information about your water’s effect on skin and health.

What You Should NOT Assume from Area Data

Area water quality data do not determine your household water hardness or mineral content directly. Detection of minerals in Navajo County’s aquifer is not a violation nor a safety issue by itself. To address skin dryness effectively, you need a water test specific to your supply. The Pentair Dry, Itchy Skin System ships ready to configure, offering an approach tailored to the skin-related water quality issues revealed by thorough household testing.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2019-08-23. 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 220NAVJ aquifer (Navajo County): 40 results from 14 wells, median 2.935 mg/L, range 1.23-163.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold