Should you shower after beach?

Ilyas, MD. Elevated levels of ABRs on the skin lasted for six hours post-swim, according to the study To reduce the risk of skin infections, it's best to shower shortly after you've been in the ocean. Much like with showering post-workout, a shower after the ocean washes away bacterium.



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Do rinse off immediately afterward. Whether swimming in a pool or the ocean, it's a good idea to rinse off immediately afterward. Chlorine and salt can both be harmful to your skin.

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Showering after swimming in a natural waterbody will help reduce your risk of contracting infections and rashes. This is because showering with warm water and soap immediately after recreational water activities helps remove bacteria from your skin's surface and your hair.

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Nothing fancy here: “The most important thing to do is to at the very least rinse off, says Dr. Ilyas. Adding a cleanser is helpful, too, but there is no need to scrub or use an antibacterial soap—just soap and water are effective.

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The naturally occurring minerals in sea water can help to reduce the risk of a breakout by absorbing bacteria and restoring healthy pH levels in the skin. It can also soothe redness and irritation to calm acne-prone skin.

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If swimmers don't shower before their dip, then it can increase the risk of waterborne illnesses such as diarrhoea, swimmer's ear and skin infections. Chlorine does help disinfect bacteria to protect swimmers, but it's not instantaneous…so get in that shower!

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