Dry Skin Saboteur: Deodorant Soaps


According to New York City dermatologist Dr. Doris Day, MD...
Cleansers such as deodorant soaps and foaming face washes contain detergents that, like hot water, remove lipids from the skin and damage its barrier. Not only does this allow water to evaporate from the skin, but it lets irritants such as sodium lauryl sulfate (a common detergent) enter skin cells and cause inflammation. Because shampoo may also contain this irritating ingredient, it’s best to shampoo first, then wash your face and body to remove any traces of it. Also potentially harmful to skin are alcohol- and water-based cleansers, bubble baths, and heavily fragranced soaps. More soothing options are oil-based, unscented mild soaps and body washes.

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Comments

  1. That's an awesome name. Dr. Doris Day :) And such sage advice. Thanks, girls!

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  2. Are you saying this because you think that bubble baths = disgusting? Just kidding. You're right about detergents. Byebye Mr. bubble

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