NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -While there is no ideal frequency, experts suggest that showering several times per week is plenty for most people (unless you are grimy, sweaty, or have other reasons to shower more often). Short showers (lasting three or four minutes) with a focus on the armpits and groin may suffice.

Detailed explanation-2: -Bathing is important for maintaing personal hygiene. It is a means of achieving cleanliness by washing away dead skin cells, dirt and soil, and a preventative measure to reduce the incidence and spread of disease. It also reduces body odors.

Detailed explanation-3: -Showering daily may not be not good for your skin, particularly if you have a sensitive skin type. It is important that the soap one uses is a pH balanced one. Soap should be of an ideal pH of 7.4 which is calming on the skin, opines Dr Satish Bhatia, MD (Dermatology and Skin Surgery), Indian Cancer Society.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ideally, every day is not advisable but yes you can use a mild shampoo for the same. It really depends on the scalp type. Twice or thrice is ok. If you wash your hair daily, your hair will start losing it’s natural oil.