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It’s a gesture as banal as it is reassuring: the morning (or evening) shower, that little moment just for you that wakes you up or relaxes. But after 65 years, this daily ritual may no longer be appropriate. Astonishing? However, several dermatologists agree on a surprising but well-founded observation: washing too often weakens the skin of seniors.
So, should we say goodbye to the daily shower? Not quite. Rather, it is a matter of learning to adapt one’s habits, while respecting one’s body. We explain why.
Changing skin, evolving needs
As we age, the skin loses its natural resistance. It becomes thinner, less elastic, and above all… drier. The cause? The production of collagen, elastin and sebum (the natural protective film) gradually decreases.
As a result, the skin barrier – comparable to an invisible shield – weakens. It is less resistant to external aggressions: hard water, pollution, cold, but also… hygiene products. And when this barrier is weakened, tightness, redness, itching or even small infections appear.
Washing too much: a reflex that can be detrimental
It may seem counterintuitive, but showering too often can do more harm than good. Hot water and overly stripping soaps not only remove dirt… but also the skin’s natural protective lipids. Those that keep it supple and hydrated.
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