Here’s how hot showers can affect your skin, according to dermatologists. Plus, learn what you can do to keep your skin safe.

Regular bathing is obviously a healthy habit. So an extra shower a day may seem like more of a good thing. After all, showers clean your body. And cleaner is better, right? Well, not necessarily. It ...

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Have you ever been so exhausted you’ve skipped your skin-care routine and went straight to bed? Now imagine doing that every night. For most people, the idea might trigger fears of buildup, bacteria, ...

WASHINGTON — You may be seeing elaborate shower cleansing routines on social media: daily exfoliation, double cleansing, antibacterial soap, loads of scented body scrubs and shower oils. “I’m kind of ...

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Throughout history, people have timed their bathing for a number of important purposes. Some cultures have showered in the morning to purify the spirit before prayer, while others preferred the ...