Why Daily Showers After 65 May Do More Harm Than Good

5 to 10 minutes rather than staying under hot water for a long time.

Use a Gentle Cleanser

Choose a fragrance-free, moisturizing cleanser whenever possible.

Avoid aggressively scrubbing the skin.

Skip Rough Brushes and Scrubbers

Older skin can be more easily irritated.

A soft washcloth or your hands are often enough.

Pat Dry Instead of Rubbing

After showering, gently pat the skin with a towel.

Aggressive rubbing can irritate fragile or already-dry skin.

The 3-Minute Moisturizer Rule

One of the simplest ways to protect older

skin is to moisturize soon