What To Know About The Jolie Showerhead Before Investing

We often hear about toxins and other dangers lurking in our environment, be it in the air, water, or food we regularly enjoy. In response to growing concern about water safety, there are countless filtration devices on the market that can help you have healthier water. If you're concerned about the water quality in your bathroom, you may have looked into buying a shower head filter. These popular accessories work similarly to drinking water filters, removing impurities, contaminants, and heavy metals from the water. One such product, The Jolie Filtered Showerhead, promises you less hair shedding, softer hair, and less dry skin. Jolie is available in a one-time purchase for $165 for the shower head and a single filter. You can also purchase a subscription for $148, which includes the shower head, and a discount for a fresh filter every 90 days for only $33, compared to $36 if you buy individually.

To help disinfect and kill bacteria from the water source or the pipes it travels within, water treatment systems add chlorine or chloramines. Yet these two disinfectants can irritate your skin, especially as you bathe or shower, stripping away the skin's natural oils, causing irritation, and even aggravating conditions such as eczema. The result can be dry, flaky skin that may be prone to acne or other issues. Many Jolie users rave about the difference after using the filter, but reviews can be mixed. Let's go into the most important aspects of Jolie. 

Made of ABS plastic and aluminum with a total weight of under 2 lbs, the Jolie showerhead promises a universal fit for all standard U.S. showers. Only a single size is available, but you can choose from several colors, including Modern Chrome, Brushed Steel, Jet Black, Brushed, and Deep Red. Like other shower head filters, Jolie's filter consists of KDF-55 and Calcium Sulfite, with an amount they promise is "more than any other existing shower filter." KDF filters are popular for filtration in water treatment plants, hospitals, and other institutions, and KDF-55 is the common choice for home filtration systems. A certification process known as the NSF Standards assesses the safety and performance of water filtration devices, including shower heads. Jolie passes under NSF-177 standards.

Jolie turns chlorine into chloride with the KDF-55 filter, in addition to removing other build-up from the water, while the Calcium Sulfite further reduces the water's chlorination. To get the best filtration experience, you must replace the filter every 90 days at a cost of $36 individually or $144 for 12 months. Jolie ships in a biodegradable, reclaimed cardboard box with the filter enclosed and a small wrench plus plumber's tape. Changing out the shower head is easy with the included wrench, then replacing it with Jolie, sealing it tight for any leaks with the plumber's tape. Once it's installed, turn on your water and let the filter do the work.

Jolie has 4.2 stars on Amazon. Reviews include installation concerns and how hard it is to replace the filter. Amazon reviewer BeachLife claims Jolie needs a redesign, stating, "You cannot get a grip on the item, much less attempt to unscrew it." Rocco says, "...overall, the water just feels a lot cleaner. The installation was quick and easy with no leaks." Jessica L. Mooningham disagrees, stating, "It took my VERY handy husband three install-reinstall attempts to get this on correctly so that it didn't leak."  J. Joseph doesn't like the shower pressure, stating, "It is pretty low flow. Hard to get shampoo out of my hair." Sandy says the same: "Definitely less flow and pressure than my old shower head. Can't say I noticed a difference from the filter." 

Performance-wise, many users rave about the difference it's made for their hair and skin. Reviewer Madison claims, "I have taken [one] shower and I already know this product has changed my life. For the first time I feel like my hair is CLEAN," and adds, "My skin feels less slimy and softer plus, I dried off really fast." Miriam Diaz chimes in: "This amazing filter. My hair felt like literal butter after the first use!" Regardless of consumers' experience, Jolie seems to stand by its product, with a promised 60-day return policy for direct purchases. If purchased through a third-party seller, like Amazon, consumers are limited to the third-party's return policy.