Why Daily Showers After 65 May Do More Harm Than Good

water and cleansers while still allowing enough time for normal hygiene.

## 4. Dry Skin Can Become More Than a Cosmetic Problem

Very dry skin is not simply about appearance.

 

When skin becomes severely dry, it may:

* crack
* itch intensely
* become inflamed
* bleed
* become more susceptible to irritation

Older adults may already have more fragile skin and slower healing, so preventing excessive dryness becomes increasingly important.

Constant scratching can also damage the skin further.

## 5. Showering Every Day Is Not Mandatory for Everyone

One of the most important points is that