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Tap water. Risks of increased rate of skin dehydration

May 8, 2023

The tap water that most people use for daily bathing and drinking contains minerals such as zinc, copper, iron, calcium and magnesium, all of which are needed at certain levels to maintain a healthy body. healthy.

However, tap water has a higher concentration of minerals, especially calcium and magnesium.

Speaking to Newsweek, Dr Gloria said tap water can cause dryness by diluting the skin’s natural oils.

She also adds that these minerals help substances in soap and detergents stick to the skin, leading to clogged pores.

In recent years, the cosmetics industry has raised awareness about what is known as the “skin microbiome”, the layer of living organisms on your face and body that must be kept in balance.

In this regard, Lynn said: “Maintaining a healthy skin microbiome is an important area of ​​research, as unfiltered water can upset its natural balance, exacerbating conditions such as acne, eczema and dermatitis.”

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The Arab Desk leads The Eastern Herald's reporting on the Middle East and North Africa. The desk has covered the Gaza-Israel war since October 2023, the Iran-Israel war of 2025-2026, the fall of the Assad government in Syria, Hezbollah's political and military shifts in Lebanon, the war in Yemen, and the diplomatic realignment of the Gulf states under the Abraham Accords and the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement.

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