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How often should I shower?

How often should I shower?

Do you really know?

January 5, 20244m 47s

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Show Notes

Whether it's for the sake of comfort or maintaining good hygiene, many of us opt for taking a shower on a daily basis. Studies have shown it's the most popular shower frequency. Some swear by the virtues of a refreshing morning shower while others like theirs in the evening when winding down and getting ready for bed.

But in actual fact, our bodies are pretty adept at self-cleaning. For instance, dead skin cells shed completely naturally! If you're someone who showers more than once a day, you may be stripping away too much sebum, which is a crucial component of the skin's protective barrier.

Daily showers also stop us smelling bad, right? Is there a downside to washing too often? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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