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How often do you actually need to shower? By Angela Haupt Editor, Health and Wellness The temptation to jump in a cool shower over and over again on hot, sweat-inducing summer days is real. (So is the lure of hot water during the winter.) But is all that showering healthy? I asked dermatologists how often people should shower—and I was surprised to find out what happens if you do it too often or too little. READ MORE Share This Story

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