The shower process can be very relaxing, winter - summer, but you should not overdo it, according to experts.
Apart from the environmental reasons and the unnecessary waste of water, the long stay under the running shower water also affects our body. According to Dr. Anjali Mahto, a dermatologist at the British Skin Foundation, the shower should not last more than 20 minutes, otherwise the skin may become too dry.
In addition, the natural oils produced by the sebaceous glands keep the skin hydrated, so taking a shower that lasts for a long time causes the removal of this useful "shield". So the duration up to 20 minutes is ideal and does not need or should last longer.
On the other hand, for the hydration and protection of the body, not only the duration of the shower but also its frequency plays a role.
Certainly in summer the need for a shower 2 or more times a day is great but should be avoided. In addition to the remnants of sweat and other pathogenic microorganisms, the very frequent shower simultaneously removes beneficial bacteria from the skin that protect it. In addition, the dryness may cause small sores on the skin that facilitate the transmission of infections.