What Are Microplastics and Why Are They in Our Water?
“Microplastics” have gone from obscure science jargon to a real household concern, and for good reason.
These tiny plastic particles, invisible to the naked eye, are now being found in everything from bottled water to tap water, and even in the human body. For homeowners in Hilton Head, Bluffton, and throughout the Lowcountry, understanding the risks of microplastics and how to reduce exposure has never been more important.
What Are Microplastics?
Microplastics are small plastic fragments less than 5 millimeters in size. They originate from the breakdown of larger plastic waste, clothing fibers, personal care products, and even food packaging. Because they’re so small, microplastics can pass through many water treatment systems and end up in the water we drink, cook with, and bathe in.
Unfortunately, municipal water systems, while designed to remove many impurities, aren’t equipped to fully eliminate microplastics. Even bottled water, often seen as a “cleaner” option, has been shown in multiple studies to contain microplastic particles, especially when stored in heat or for long periods of time.
Why Should You Be Concerned?
Although research on the long-term health effects of microplastics is still ongoing, early studies suggest a growing list of concerns. These include:
Endocrine disruption caused by chemicals found in plastics
Chronic inflammation from plastic particles in the digestive system
Toxic exposure from chemicals that bind to plastic surfaces
Cumulative buildup in organs and tissues over time
For families in Hilton Head, Bluffton, and surrounding areas, where high heat and humidity can accelerate microplastic breakdown in bottled water, reducing exposure starts with upgrading your home water system.
How Pure Way of Hilton Head Can Help Combat Microplastics in the Lowcountry
Pure Way of Hilton Head believes that clean water should never come with hidden risks. That’s why we install advanced, whole-home water filtration systems that go beyond softening your water. They actively reduce or eliminate up to 99.99% of harmful contaminants, including microplastics, chlorine, lead, and bacteria, while retaining the healthy minerals your body needs.
Unlike bottled water or basic water softeners, Pure Way systems provide filtered water at every tap in your home so you can drink, cook, and bathe with confidence. Plus, our systems are salt-free, waste-free, and require no electricity, making them a smart and sustainable choice for Lowcountry homes.
Your Next Step Toward Healthier Water
If you're concerned about what might be in your water, you’re not alone, and you have options. Pure Way offers free in-home water testing throughout Hilton Head, Bluffton, and the surrounding Lowcountry communities. We'll test your water, walk you through your results, and recommend a custom solution that fits your family’s needs.
Cleaner, healthier water is possible with Pure Way. Schedule your free consultation today and experience the Pure Way difference.
