on activity level, climate, sweating, incontinence, skin conditions, mobility, and personal preference.
The important question is not simply **how often you shower**, but **how you wash and how your skin responds**.
## Why Skin Changes After 65
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As we age, the skin naturally produces less oil and retains moisture less effectively. It also tends to become thinner and more fragile.
The National Institute on Aging notes that dry, itchy skin is common in older adults and that hot baths, hot showers, and excessive soap use can make dryness
