Are you forever battling dry skin? Have you tried every type of lotion or cream, trying more expensive ones as you go? Well, STOP!!!!! It’s not your lotion or cream…..it’s probably your water.
If you are on your city water system, your water is loaded with chlorine. The water in many cities has chlorine levels close to or even higher than a swimming pool!
Chlorine also affects skin cream and its effectiveness in several ways. Here’s how:
Chlorine Affects the Skin Barrier.
The skin is the largest organ in the human body and performs several critical functions that are vital for overall health and well-being. One of its functions is Protection. Our skin acts as a physical barrier, protecting the body from environmental hazards such as bacteria, viruses, chemicals, and UV radiation. Our skin also prevents excessive water loss or absorption, maintaining the body’s hydration balance. Chlorine hampers the skin’s ability to provide protection. Chlorine has a drying effect on the skin, which can strip the skin of its natural oils and compromise the skin barrier. If your skin becomes dry or irritated due to chlorine exposure, it absorbs less of the beneficial ingredients in your skin cream. Chlorine also increases skin sensitivity, potentially causing a stinging or burning sensation when applying creams, especially those containing active ingredients like retinol, glycolic acid, or salicylic acid.
