Finally, Answers To The Shower Vs. Bath Debate

The shower vs. bath debate is a feisty one.  Some people are die hard daily bathers, while others actually think “baths are for gross people.” Some people with several roommates couldn’t fathom taking a bath in good conscience, while for others nothing beats submerging oneself in a tub of water. We decided to investigate which option reigns supreme once and for all by consulting a few experts. Take a look at the evidence below: What’s better for your skin? Winner: Showers Showering might be better for your skin health, according to one dermatologist. “While both are great for keeping clean, prolonged lounging in a bath can lead to dry skin,” Lauren Ploch, spokeswoman for the American Academy of Dermatology, told The Huffington Post. Ploch also warns against bathing in spas, which might lead to hot tub folliculitis, a condition in which bacteria inflame hair follicles and cause a red, bumpy rash. “I recommend rinsing with water or even washing with soap and water prior to exiting a [spa] bath to prevent this,” Ploch said. And if you have eczema, try to get in and out of any hot shower or bath between five and 10 minutes in order to best protect your skin. What’s better for cleaning? Winner: Tie Unless you are literally covered in mud, there is no evidence a bath leaves you any cleaner than a shower. More concerning to doctors is not which way you choose to rinse off, but for how long you do so...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news