The temperature in Fujian has dropped sharply! Is it necessary to take a shower every day in winter?

The temperature has dropped! The temperature has dropped!

Right now, a strong cold front is

Affecting our country

Fujian's temperature plummets this week

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Everyone remember to add more clothes in time to prevent colds~

With the sudden drop in temperature

Winter is approaching quietly

Winter bath

This must be something that many people are very confused about.

Shivering weather

Is it necessary to take a shower every day?

How often should you take a bath in winter? The frequency of bathing is indeed mainly determined by personal actual needs and preferences. According to the "Chinese Skin Cleansing Guide", it is generally recommended to take a bath every 2 to 3 days.

Is it necessary to take a shower every day?

There is no strict rule on the frequency of bathing, and it does not have to be done every day. Its core purpose is to ensure the cleanliness and health of the skin. However, the health of the skin is affected by many factors, including personal living habits, health conditions, personal preferences and even regional cultural differences.

For example, some people whose skin is easily stained due to the nature of their work, or those who often participate in physical exercise and sweat easily, may prefer to take a bath every day to maintain the cleanliness and comfort of their skin. On the contrary, for those who hardly sweat and have very little daily activities, there is no need to take a bath so frequently, and they can choose to take a bath every other day or more.

It is worth noting that bathing too frequently, especially with improper bathing methods, may lead to a series of adverse consequences. For example, excessive washing will remove the natural oils on the surface of the skin, causing the skin to become dry and itchy, and in severe cases may induce skin problems such as eczema. Therefore, choosing the right bathing frequency and using the right bathing method are crucial to maintaining skin health.

Precautions for bathing in winter 1. Water temperature selection

The general advice is "warm water is better than hot water". In other words, warm water is the best choice for the skin rather than hot water.

Although hot water makes people feel comfortable, it can have adverse effects. For example, it can quickly wash away the natural oils on the surface of the skin, which are key to protecting the skin from dryness and sensitivity. In addition, water that is too hot may cause skin burns. Even if the water temperature is not extremely high, prolonged contact can cause so-called "low-temperature burns", that is, the skin is damaged by prolonged exposure to a hot environment. Therefore, in order to protect the skin and avoid these problems, it is better to use warm water to bathe.

According to the "Chinese Skin Cleansing Guide", the temperature of bath water should be set in reference to the normal body temperature of the human body. In summer, the water temperature can be slightly lower than body temperature, while in winter, the water temperature can be slightly higher than body temperature. Specifically, when bathing in winter, the water temperature is most suitable to be kept between 38 and 40 degrees Celsius, while more than 42 degrees Celsius is considered too hot.

2. Use appropriate bath products . It is important to choose the right cleaning products when taking a bath. Although there are many types of bath products on the market, such as medicated soap, milk and salt, and even natural materials such as wormwood, calamus, and honeysuckle, in fact, it is most appropriate to choose mild bath products. The most common and recommended ones are those weakly acidic shower gels.

Why is it recommended to use a weakly acidic shower gel? Because human skin is weakly acidic in nature, such a product can better match the natural pH value of the skin, be gentler on the skin, reduce irritation, and thus reduce the risk of skin problems.

In contrast, alkaline products such as ordinary soap and medicated soap, although they have strong cleaning ability, may damage the skin's natural barrier if used for a long time or frequently, leading to dry skin, itching and other problems. Especially for those who already have skin problems, such as dry skin, eczema, atopic dermatitis, keratosis pilaris (commonly known as chicken skin), ichthyosis or psoriasis, the use of such alkaline products may aggravate the condition. Therefore, for this group of people, it is more recommended to use mild shower gel to replace alkaline products such as soap to protect skin health.

3Do you want a bath?

Scrubbing the body is a habit for many people, but the key is how to control the degree. Scrubbing the body moderately is fine, but excessive scrubbing may cause damage to the skin.

There is nothing wrong with a gentle scrub now and then, and in fact, scrubbing can remove a layer of dead skin, excess oil, dust, sweat and other substances on the surface of the skin. This so-called "mud" is actually the waste produced by the natural metabolism of the skin. According to research, about 30,000 to 40,000 skin cells die and fall off every hour, and this number can reach nearly a million in a day. These shed cells make up what we call "dead skin", which sometimes remains on the surface of the skin and sometimes attaches to clothing.

A moderate amount of scrubbing can help remove these surface dead skin and dirt, making the skin look cleaner and smoother. However, if the scrubbing is too intense or frequent, it may damage the skin, causing damage to the skin barrier function, dryness, itching and even inflammation. Therefore, it is recommended to take a gentle approach to cleansing and avoid excessive scrubbing to protect the health of the skin.

4. Bath time

The general advice is that the bathing time should not be too long, especially for those who bathe frequently. A few baths will do. If you bathe quickly, it will take about one song (5 minutes), and if you bathe slowly, it will take about two songs (10 minutes). This is because when the skin is soaked in water for a long time, it will absorb too much water and swell. This "swelling" state will weaken the natural barrier function of the skin, making it easier for the skin to lose water, which will cause dryness, itching and other uncomfortable symptoms.

In order to maintain the moisture balance of the skin, the key is not to extend the shower time, but to use moisturizing products to lock the moisture in the skin. If you find that your skin feels dry and tight after taking a long shower or shower, it is recommended to apply moisturizing products such as moisturizer or body lotion immediately after thoroughly drying your body. These products can help form a protective film to reduce moisture evaporation, thereby maintaining the softness and moisture of the skin.

In short, the frequency and method of bathing is not only a health topic, but also involves personal living habits and physical needs. The principled advice is: do not bathe too frequently, and choose mild bathing products to maintain the natural health of the skin. Everyone can develop a bathing plan that suits them best based on these basic principles and their own lifestyle and physical condition.