The Skin Nerd: How often should we be showering?

With celebrities opting not to shower to reduce water use, we discuss whether or not all that hot water is good for your skin
The Skin Nerd: How often should we be showering?

The actual issue may come down to how we’re showering rather than how often we’re showering.

If you are up to date on your celebrity stories, you may have heard that Jake Gyllenhaal thinks that bathing is not as important as he once thought. Surprisingly, many other celebrities have come out supporting his theory.

No matter what you think from a hygiene perspective, let’s talk about the effects shower frequency can have on the skin.

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