Island Glow: Cleansing Rituals in Ibiza

Is Ibiza’s hard water secretly drying out your skin? From filtering solutions to smarter cleansing rituals, discover how to protect your glow and keep your skin hydrated. 

As a facialist, I am treating different skin issues on a daily basis.  During the skin consultation, I always focus on what my client is doing for their daily cleansing routine. Small, simple changes can lead to a butterfly effect, improving skin health and leaving a glowing complexion. 

Balearic Waters 

When I first moved to Ibiza, I wasn't aware of the high concentrations of calcium in the water. I knew from previous holidays in Ibiza that it was better to drink water from bottled water or filtered taps. It was only when I started my skincare clinic, did I realise how much the island's water was dehydrating and irritating our skin. 

No amount of money spent on creams and lotions can truly repair and protect our skin's barrier function If the water we are using daily to wash with is stripping away our natural oils. 

Oddy Graham, co-owner of Osmosys explains, “Hard water disrupts the natural moisture barrier and therefore oils of the skin. Complaints range from dryness, tightness and irritation which can lead to acne, eczema and dermatitis which many people, including myself never had before moving to the island.”

A simple test to see how the water quality in your home affects your skin - try washing your face with bottled or filtered water for a couple of weeks. There can be phenomenal changes to the condition of your complexion; less irritation, more hydration, plumper, happier skin. It’s a basic experiment, but if your skin starts improving, it might be time to invest in a good water filtration system.

So what filters can be installed in your home if you see this as a potential issue? "One of the most common requests we get after installing our Osmosys drinking water system is, 'Can you do something about the calcium in the rest of the house?' The high mineral content in Ibiza’s water is the main culprit behind the premature deterioration of boilers, dishwashers, and plumbing—but imagine what that daily exposure is doing to your hair and skin. Our Aqua Vital system restructures calcium molecules using strong magnets, allowing water to flow more freely over skin and hair while reducing buildup in appliances and plumbing. Unlike traditional salt-based systems, it’s a low-maintenance, cost-effective solution with a lifetime warranty—offering a hassle-free way to improve water quality throughout your home."

If a home filter installation isn’t for you Hello Klean has developed a smart beauty solution to hard water with their innovative shower filters. It removes over 90% of chlorine, copper, iron and lead and you can fit it in your bathroom in just under 2 minutes. 

Rinse, Rebalance, Restore

A herbal or botanical toner can help rebalance your skin’s pH after cleansing while gently removing any residual calcium left on the surface. Think of your shower screen after a rinse—the calcium in the water leaves behind a filmy residue, creating water stains. The same thing happens to your skin. A toner acts like a gentle shower spray, wiping away that invisible layer of mineral buildup and restoring your skin’s natural balance. 

Inner Cleanse

When you have sluggish digestion and blocked detox pathways aka toxin build up it can really show up in the form of eczema, acne, rashes or just general dullness on the skin's surface.  I always like to think of the skin as a window to your health, rather than being upset by it not looking perfect, use it as a guide to changing your lifestyle habits or diet. 

Tenna Anette, founder of Longevity Lab, explains, “Detoxing is a powerful way to purify the body, flushing out impurities, deep-seated toxins, and dead skin cells while making space for new, vibrant cells—a natural renewal process called Autolysis. The result? Brighter, hydrated, and soothed skin, with reduced inflammation and a healthy glow.”

Detoxing isn’t just a trend the holistic detoxification expert says, “it’s a harmonious alignment of your beauty regimen with your body’s innate healing processes—supporting both inner and outer radiance. As part of all my cleanses, I include Triveda Life a live probiotic kefir water—a non-dairy, fermented beverage rich in enzymes, amino acids, and collagen-boosting nutrients. It supports gut health, digestion, hormone balance, and anti-aging, helping you glow from the inside out.”