My Favorite Healthy Home Products for Cleaner Air and Water

These Are the Products I Use for Cleaner Air, Filtered Water, and Peace of Mind at Home

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Summer is here, and while my family and I try to spend as much time as possible outdoors, factors like extreme heat and poor outdoor air quality have me paying a little more attention to my home environment this time of year.

As a parent, I find myself thinking more about things I never used to worry much about, like indoor air quality and the water my family drinks every day. Over time, I’ve come to rely on a few products that make me feel more confident about both. From air quality monitors and air purifiers to water filters, these are the products I rely on most to help create a healthier home for my family.

Culligan Zero Water filter pitcher

Culligan with Zero Water Technology 10-Cup Water Filter Pitcher

I’d been using a water filter pitcher of some kind or another since college, but I always wondered how well they worked. Were they really removing anything at all? The Culligan with Zero Water Technology Water Filter Pitcher gives you that peace of mind by monitoring the water quality in real time. As the water filters through the pitcher, the water quality monitor displays the total dissolved solids measurement in real time. You can remove the monitor to see the difference between the unfiltered and filtered water — mine showed quite a difference. This comes in larger sizes too, such as the 12-cup pitcher, a 22-cup dispenser, and a 32-cup dispenser.

For the main area of our home, I use the Coway Airmega 350. This large air purifier covers up to 2,640 square feet, making it a good fit for large living spaces. I like that it comes in both white and beige; the beige seems to blend in well and is a bit less visible than the white. While it can be a bit loud at times, it works quickly, and eco-mode means this monitors the air quality for you and kicks on only when needed. It features a HEPA filter for removing smoke, allergens, pet dander, and odors, as well as a vacuumable pre-filter and an activated carbon filter. I’ve noticed the air feels cleaner after this runs, so I’ll be using it this summer when opening the windows for fresh air isn’t an option.
Canopy handheld shower head

Canopy Handheld Filtered Shower Head & Scalp Massager

While I’d been filtering my drinking water for years, I never put much thought into the safety of my shower water. My cousin, who had worked as a hairdresser for years, told me about the importance of showering with filtered water for hair health, and since using the Canopy Showerhead Filter, I’ve definitely noticed the difference in my hair. It’s shinier, stays clean for longer, and I’ve even noticed some new growth. The company makes a bathtub filter as well.

Airthings 2930 wave plus

Airthings 2930 Wave Plus

Nothing gave me more peace of mind than actually monitoring the air quality in our home. Knowing that the air quality was better than I expected really just lifted a weight off of me. And when it drops below acceptable levels, I pop on the air purifier and watch the quality adjust in real time. This air quality detector from Airthings monitors carbon dioxide, radon, and volatile organic compounds (such as fumes from cleaning products and kitchen gases). It pairs with the Airthings app on your phone, where you can check air quality over the last 24 hours, 7 days, and 30 days. You’ll also be able to monitor temperature, humidity, and air pressure, which could alert you to the need for a dehumidifier to help you avoid mold growth.

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Nicole Bonaccorso

Nicole Bonaccorso

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Nicole Bonaccorso is a writer and editor with more than 12 years of journalism experience. She has been writing for Everyday Health since 2025, and has also been published on NBCNe...

Katie Tuttle

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Katie Tuttle is an editor and writer specializing in food, nutrition, and product testing. Her work has appeared in EatingWell, Food & Wine, The Spruce Eats, and Real Simple. She h...

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