Does Swimming in a Pool Cause Dry Skin?
asked 3 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Darrell W. Gonzales, MD
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Tags: dry skin, swimming
What can I do to reduce skin dryness from chlorine in a pool? I swim three or four times a week and I think it dries my skin out really bad.
1 answer to Does Swimming in a Pool Cause Dry Skin?
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Swimming pools are a very common cause of dry skin
The necessary chlorine in pools is a frequent cause of dry skin for swimmers. There are a few steps that can be done to try to reduce this problem. Whenever showering, use a mild soap such as Dove Body Wash. Only use your hands to wash your skin. Never use anything abrasive to exfoliate your skin. Always apply a moisteurizer to your skin after showering. If you had extremely dry skin secondary to the swimming pool, you could always consider applying a strong emolliant to your skin before...
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Darrell W. Gonzales, MD
San Diego Dermatologic Surgeon
San Diego Dermatologic Surgeon