lose water more easily and become more prone to dryness and irritation.
This means a bathing routine that worked perfectly at 30 may not feel as comfortable at 70.
1. Daily Hot Showers Can Strip Away Natural Oils
One of the biggest problems is not necessarily showering every day—it is showering with **very hot water for too long**.
Hot water removes natural oils from the surface of the skin. These oils help form a protective barrier that keeps moisture inside.
When that barrier is repeatedly stripped away, skin may become:
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