THE SKIN IS THE LARGEST ORGAN OF THE BODY
The skin and its derivatives (hair, nails, sweat and oil glands) make up the integumentary system. It covers the entire surface of the body, including the surface of the internal organs. One of the main functions of the skin is protection. It protects the body from external factors such as bacteria, chemicals, and temperature. Additionally, the skin is also involved in the production of vitamin D, which is essential for bone health.
DO YOU PREFER HOT OR COLD SHOWERS?
Hot showers help to moisturize the skin giving you cleaner, healthier skin. It can help to promote blood flow to the skin, which can improve skin health and reduce the signs of aging. Hot water relaxes the muscles, relieve body tension and can help soothe muscle fatigue; increases the body temperature. This soothes us physically and mentally and helps you sleep. If the water is too hot, it damages keratin cells that are located on the most outer layer of our skin — the epidermis. Extremely Hot water can dry skin and prevents the cells from locking in moisture.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF COLD SHOWERS
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Cold showers can reduce itching if you have sensitive skin, taking a cold shower can help to reduce itching because of the cooling, anti-inflammatory effects of cold water. Cold showers help reduce muscle soreness after intense workout
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Since cold water has regenerative properties, your muscles will relax and repair after a tough workout.
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Boost your immune system - Researchers have suggested that cold water provokes a low-level stress response from the immune system, which helps build up resilience.
BAR SOAP ISN'T AS DIRTY AS YOU THINK
Bars of soap are often misrepresented as dirty. The communal feeling of bar soap gives the impression that they harbour hidden germs and bacteria; this couldn’t be further from the truth! The high pH levels in soap bars actually make it harder for germs to hang around.
