Is showering or bathing better?

Many people say that soaking in a bathtub makes the skin dry, peeling, and susceptible to catching a cold if soaked for too long, so you should only shower, is this true or false? (Thuc, Hanoi ).

Reply:

In winter, the dry weather makes your skin show signs of dehydration, peeling, irritation, and inflammation. The skin becomes rough and scaly, sometimes painful, itchy, cracked, and bleeding. Dry skin is more prone to aging than other skin types.

Showering or bathing depends on each person's preference. However, in winter, you should shower rather than bathe and only bathe for a short time with moderately warm water. If you bathe, you should not soak for too long, especially for young children, sick people...

After bathing, you should use a moisturizer after bathing and apply it more often during the day to hydrate, slow down the evaporation of water, and help retain natural lipids on the skin.

Choose an alcohol-free moisturizer and use a soap-free cleanser to ensure that the skin's natural oils are maintained.

You can use a humidifier to maintain moisture in the air during winter and dry weather.

In addition, you should drink enough water, add more fruit to your daily diet. Avoid rubbing or scratching if your skin shows signs of itching to avoid damage, avoid dermatitis and many other skin diseases.

When your skin is dry, avoid wearing clothes made of wool, felt or nylon to reduce irritation and itching. Apply sunscreen even when indoors. Add fruits and vegetables to your daily meals and avoid drinks containing caffeine.

Dr. Do Kim Anh
Department of High-Tech Plastic Surgery, Hanoi Medical University Hospital.

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