The last thing you do after a long and hard day of work - a hot shower to calm the body, nerves, relax the muscles, and of course a fresh smell before bed. But the extra time spent in the shower should be used to drink a hot tea instead of sitting in hot water, because experts say that 10 minutes is the maximum time you should spend in the shower. The first reason is that of the damage it does to the skin.
" Excess minutes in the shower can dry out the skin, while a quick shower does not," says Dr. David Bank, dermatologist, founder of the Center for Laser Dermatology, Cosmetics and Surgery (Westchester, NY). "I suggest you always take a shower as soon as possible and with warm, not hot water, to avoid dehydrating the skin. So 5-10 minutes is enough for bathing."
The problem with hot water is that it can irritate the skin, remove natural fat and dry it out - making it more susceptible to typical ailments like eczema, which can really turn into a serious problem for months. winter. To combat this, the Bank suggests the use of moisturizers.
