Best Skin Care Tips for Swimmers by a Dermatologist


 

Swimming is a common leisure activity people often look up to, especially during the summer season. While it is a great exercise for many, some others consider it a therapy to relax themselves in their free time. Swimmers have a good time by the poolside but a really tough time dealing with skin issues due to chlorine in the water. Chlorine not only causes dehydration of the skin but also may be a reason why you may have a skin infection. You need to observe the best skincare regimen, mainly, if you are a swimmer.


Best skin care tips

 As a swimmer, you might consider preparing your skin well before you dive into the pool water full of chlorine. Here are a few quick tips for you to follow to protect your skin before and after swimming.

 


Barrier cream

Chlorine is caustic in nature and may be responsible for itchy & dry skin as well as dermatitis. Regular application of a barrier cream before swimming may help avoid redness and itchiness. Glycerin or dimethicone-based products form a barrier between your skin and the chlorine in water.

 

Staying hydrated

Hydration in your body is very important as swimmers tend to overlook the same while they swim for long periods. When you go swimming, you must carry a bottle of water with you. Ideally, swimmers must drink water approximately every 20 minutes or so to keep their body hydrated.

 

Shower right-after

One of the biggest mistakes that swimmers often make is taking a shower after they get back home. Well, you must not allow chlorine water to be there on your skin for too long otherwise your skin might get dry. So, it is best if you take a shower immediately after the pool time and then moisturise your skin.

 

Exfoliation

While you may regularly go swimming, some debris might build up on your skin over a period. Most dermatologists suggest skin exfoliation at least once a week to remove the debris. One can use a mild scrub to exfoliate the debris as well as the dead skin on your body.

Sohana Hospital has the best dermatologist inMohali who provides the right skincare tips to swimmers. Our dermatologists employ their knowledge and experience in evaluating any skin infection you might have. Consequently, they suggest the best treatment depending on your condition to ensure your skin remains healthy in the long run.

 

Visit us today and our team is here to assist you book a consultation with our dermatologist.

Location: Super Specialty Hospital, SH12A, Akal Ashram Colony, Sector 77, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab 140308, India

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