Our magazine has had several articles on medical issues for swimmers, but I have not seen anything on the long term effects of swimming and ageing on one's skin. As a swimmer I take several showers each day in addition to the chlorine and sunshine that one receives each day. I would assume that the removal of oils from the body due to daily swimming and showering have some detrimental issues.
Just curious as I age to see if ther are some things I should be doing to keep from looking like a deflated ballon.
I think that's really hard to say. What are you swimming in? A Pool? Open Water? Salty Open Water?
Further more - If you're outside a lot - then you're also dealing with magnified sun! :afraid: Which is supposed to be terrible on the skin right?
Honestly - give me a few more years and I'll let you know! ;-)
However - I will say some of the older swimmers I know - all look much younger than they are because they've maintained a healthy lifestyle through swimming! (which is another can of worms)
I'd say that no matter what swimming does to your skin the physiological and psychological effects you will obtain from a regular swimming program will far outweigh the effects on your skin. Try this:
**Rinse after sswimming; only use soap every 3rd time.
**Shampoo 1X per week. Rinse and use conditioner only after the rest of your swims.
**Use CeraVe lotion liberally all over your body after each shower; it works. You can buy it for a decent price at your local drug store.
**If you're swimming outside USE SUNSCREEN with at least 30 SPF!
:angel: Enjoy! Swimming is good for the mind, body, and soul!
