Why Daily Showers After 65 May Do More Harm Than Good

* tight
* flaky
* rough
* itchy
* irritated
* more prone to cracking

Dermatologists recommend warm rather than hot water, especially for people with dry or aging skin.

## 2. Soap Can Make the Problem Worse

Using strong soap over the entire body every day may remove even more protective oils.

 

Older skin often does better with a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser rather than heavily perfumed soaps or products that create a large amount of lather.

You also may not need cleanser on every inch of your body every time you shower.

For many people, it