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It takes almost a week for slight layer of dirt to gather on my skin.it does not go away till i rub really hard during shower.i heard fro docs on youtube that we should gently rub skin and not harshly.what should i do.i take shower daily?

Q: it takes almost a week for slight layer of dirt to gather on my skin.it does not go away till i rub really hard during shower.i heard fro docs on youtube that we should gently rub skin and not harshly.what should i do.i take shower daily?

: Washing with soap and water, or a liquid cleanser, daily, should take care of your hygienic needs. Most people reaching sexual maturity should not allow a week between baths/showers/sponge bath. The layer of dirt seen after a week is only the visible dirt. Layers of skin flakes and other debris accumulate daily.

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Washing with soap and water, or a liquid cleanser, daily, should take care of your hygienic needs. Most people reaching sexual maturity should not allow a week between baths/showers/sponge bath. The layer of dirt seen after a week is only the visible dirt. Layers of skin flakes and other debris accumulate daily.

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Answered 11/6/2021

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A member asked:

It takes almost a week for slight layer of dirt to gather on my skin.it does not go away till i rub really hard during shower.i heard fro docs on youtube that we should gently rub skin and not harshly.what should i do.i take shower daily?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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