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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Monika Zimanyi and Amanda Meyer

Why you should think twice before having a hot shower or bath

Experts say having a hot shower or bath can increase your skin’s pH, which may ultimately benefit golden staph - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Many of us are turning to hot showers and baths to warm up and wind down.

But what actually happens to your skin when you have really hot showers or baths?

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