Many aspects of out lives changed drastically during the course of the last few years; one of these aspects is the health of our skin. For many people, lack of outdoor exercise, unheathly eatings and wearing a mask for months/years on end left skin irritated, dry, blotchy, and in some cases caused breakouts of acne.
Fixing skin issues can be a long and tedious process including medications, lotions, moisturisers etc, but there is one aspect of the process that is anything but tedious: soaking in a hot tub. Hot tubs help improve our skin condition in a number of ways including relieving stress and increasing circulation. In this article, we'll discuss how a hot tub can improve your skin and what you can do to maximise the benefits.
One of the main causes of skin irritation and dryness is the loss of moisture within your pores. Moisturiser, sweat and bacteria can become trapped in your skin and this can lead to irritated skin and breakouts. You can help restore your skin with a hot tub soak. A hot tub exposes your skin to warm, humid, steamy air which helps open up your pores allowing the skin to reabsorb the much needed moisture in the air.
Stress has been shown to have a significant effect on skin. Symptoms of stress can include breakouts, skin dryness, and signs of premature ageing. Soaking in a hot tub can help relieve that stress which, in turn, can help improve your skin. A hot tub helps to alleviate stress by relaxing the muscles with warm water; the massage jets are an added bonus. This may then help reduce tension and promote a more relaxed state of mind. A hot tub is a portal to another world where peace and tranquillity take over allow you to unwind in the comfort of your own home.
Circulation in the body can also be increased by using a hot tub regularly. This is why people often use hot tubs or saunas after a workout as the heat allows better blood flow which can promote muscle healing. In turn, this increased blood flow may also increase the blood flow to the skin. This increased blood flow to the skin carries oxygen and vital nutrients that help removes toxins and waste, leaving your skin refreshed and re-vitalised.
Did you know that hot tubs also help to gently exfoliate your skin? This is done by opening up the pores and allowing the dead skin cells and waste to be removed from your pores. This helps the texture of your skin to improve while also reducing the appearance of dry, flaky skin. An exfoliating face scrub is the perfect way to finish off a soak in your spa pool while your pores are open and your skin is nourished.
Hot tubs can also help re-hydrate your skin after months of wearing masks and too much time indoors. The heat and humidity open up the pores on your skin (your face included), allowing the skin to soak up the moisture in the air, helping to re-hyrdate your skin. The water itself also helps re-hydrate your skin simply by sitting and relaxing in the water.
Below you will find 7 tips to help you maximise the benefits of your hot tub:
With more pumps and maximum jets, we've packed as much into these spas as we can. At approximately 2.3 x 2.3m, we've created longer, deeper seats to allow you to fully immerse your shoulders and enjoy the high powered jet massage
Soaking in the warmth of a hot tub is a relaxing way to improve your skin health, appearance, and texture if you're need of rejuvenation. The steamy, hot water helps soothe and hydrate your skin, whilst the powerful jets massage and rejuvenate your muscles and relax your mind. Just remember to enjoy a hot tub session of at least 30 minutes, use skin friendly products, and stay hydrated with plenty of fresh water while you soak in the tub.
Be sure to consult with your local GP or dermatologist before trying any new skin care products and routines to ensure that it is right for your skin and won't worsen your skin ailments. A hot tub is not a replacement for medical interventions or advice.
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