Why Daily Showers After 65 May Do More Harm Than Good

not really the issue.

For many older adults, the bigger problems are:

Very hot water

Long showers

Strong or heavily fragranced soapDesign Custom Pools

Scrubbing the skin aggressively

Washing repeatedly when the skin is already dry

Failing to moisturize afterward

The American Academy of Dermatology notes that people in their 60s and 70s often develop drier and more easily irritated skin and recommends adjusting bathing habits accordingly.