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When residents in Bexar County notice skin irritation or dryness after water use, especially in sensitive skin cases, the source often relates to naturally occurring minerals common in the area’s groundwater. You may find this most evident after showering or bathing where residual water minerals can interact with sensitive skin.

How Fleck System Handles Minerals Affecting Sensitive Skin

The documented Fleck Sensitive Skin & Eczema System works by reducing excess hardness minerals such as calcium and magnesium, which have been measured consistently in Bexar County aquifer 218EDRD. This system uses ion exchange technology to capture these minerals before the water reaches household fixtures. With a grain capacity of 32,000 grains, it is designed to maintain performance in homes where existing equipment might struggle to keep pace with water use and skin sensitivity demands.

Origin of Minerals in Bexar County Groundwater

According to US Geological Survey samples from three wells in Bexar County aquifer 218EDRD, calcium and magnesium hardness levels range from 146.0 to 329.0 mg/L, with a median of 311.0 mg/L. These minerals come from natural geological deposits which dissolve into groundwater as it moves through rock formations at depths between 340 and 596 feet. Understanding this helps explain why hardness issues persist despite current treatments.

Adjustments for Larger or Seasonal Households

Larger households or residences used seasonally may experience fluctuations in demand that outpace existing equipment. The Fleck Sensitive Skin & Eczema System’s 32,000-grain capacity accommodates higher volumes and variable usage patterns, ensuring consistent mineral reduction for skin-sensitive users without frequent maintenance interruptions.

Distinguishing Aesthetic Secondary Standards from Health Limits

It is important to recognize that the mineral concentrations cited are below any federal health-based thresholds, indicating no safety violations. The levels measured influence water’s feel, potential for skin dryness, and minor irritations. These are classified as aesthetic secondary standards, which do not imply a health risk but can affect skin comfort and household water experience.

Evaluating Treatment Capacity Against Household Water Demand

To ensure sensitive skin needs are met, treatment capacity must be aligned with average daily water use. Households experiencing persistent skin sensitivity despite treatment might consider the Fleck system that provides 32,000 grains of hardness reduction, sufficient for handling typical residential demand in Bexar County while maintaining water quality tailored to sensitive skin.

First Fixtures and Activities Impacted by Mineral Content

Fixtures involving direct skin contact such as showers, bathtubs, and bathroom sinks are the first to reveal mineral-related sensitivity issues. Residual minerals deposited on skin and hair can lead to discomfort. Additionally, handwashing and facial cleansing may become irritants in sensitive individuals when hardness minerals are inadequately treated.

While regional data outlines mineral presence in the Bexar County aquifer, no individual residence can be assumed to have the exact same levels without specific testing of its water source. Detection of these minerals is normal and not an indication of unsafe water. To precisely address individual skin sensitivity concerns, household water testing remains essential to determine exact water composition and appropriate treatment requirements.

Where this information comes from

Source: USGS groundwater sampling. Sampled 2026-06-01. 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 218EDRD aquifer (Bexar County): 55 results from 3 wells, median 311.0 mg/L, range 146.0-329.0 mg/L; none above any federal threshold