Question 1

Does a hot shower really dry out your skin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, especially together with foam. In one study, skin kept in water at about 41 degrees for 10 minutes lost more than twice as much water. In another study, plain water didn't change water loss whether lukewarm or hot; when a harsh foaming agent was used at 40 degrees, water loss rose noticeably. So when water and foam come together, the effect grows.

Question 2

Why do I itch after a shower?

Accepted Answer

Most of the time, it's dryness. Hot water and harsh foam strip the oils from the skin's outer layer; the skin loses water, feels tight and itches. Keep the water lukewarm, don't drag out your shower and choose a gentle cleanser. If the itching doesn't go away or you have a rash, see a dermatologist.

Question 3

My legs get flaky in winter. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Cold, dry air puts strain on the skin's protective layer. In winter, keep showers short and the water lukewarm, use a gentle cleanser and apply moisturiser after drying off. On skin that dries out in winter, a body wash with moisturising ingredients was shown to reduce dryness compared with an ordinary bar soap.

Question 4

Does hard water affect the skin?

Accepted Answer

It can. On skin washed with hard (limescale-rich) water, more of the foaming agent stays behind, and this residue irritates the skin. Softening the water reduced the effect. If your water at home is hard, rinse the foam off thoroughly with plenty of water.

Question 5

Should I apply moisturiser straight after the shower?

Accepted Answer

What matters is applying it, not the exact second. In a study of 60 people, applying moisturiser immediately after washing or 30 minutes later gave the same result. Both were better than not applying any at all.

Question 6

Why does sweat smell?

Accepted Answer

Sweat itself is odourless. Underarm secretions contain odourless molecules. When certain bacteria living on the skin break them down, sharp-smelling molecules are released. Our noses pick these up even in tiny amounts.

Question 7

Why does everyone's sweat smell different?

Accepted Answer

Both the secretions and the bacterial community in the armpit vary from person to person. Even the raw material of sweat odour differs between women and men: in men an acidic odour stands out, in women a sulphurous one.

Question 8

Does deodorant affect my underarms?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Deodorants and antiperspirants change the bacterial community in the armpit. In one study, bacterial counts rose in people who stopped using antiperspirant and dropped sharply when they started again.

Question 9

Does it work after a workout?

Accepted Answer

Prebiotic Shower Gel is formulated to help against sweat odour. After exercise, lather your underarms, chest and back with a little extra care and rinse with plenty of water. The 300 ml bottle fits in your gym bag.

Question 10

Are prebiotics and probiotics the same thing?

Accepted Answer

No. A probiotic is a live microorganism. A prebiotic is a nutrient that the beneficial microorganisms living on the skin or in the gut selectively use. This shower gel is prebiotic; it contains no live microorganisms.

Question 11

What does sulphate-free shower gel mean?

Accepted Answer

It means a formula without harsh foaming agents such as sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). These foaming agents act more strongly on the skin's lipids and proteins; that's one of the most common causes of the tight feeling after a shower. Prebiotic Shower Gel is free from harsh sulphates.

Question 12

Can I use it every day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's made for daily use. If you shower more than once a day, keep the water lukewarm and your showers short.

Question 13

Can I use it on my face too?

Accepted Answer

It was developed for the body. For the face, Prebiotic Face Cleansing Gel is a better fit.

Question 14

Is the scent heavy?

Accepted Answer

No. A light, clean scent. No heavy perfume.

Question 15

How long does 300 ml last?

Accepted Answer

About 1.5 to 2 months for one person using it daily. If you buy the set, the 1 L bottle stays in the bathroom and you refill the 300 ml from it.

Question 16

Where can I buy it?

Accepted Answer

From ecoprobiotic.com.tr. There's the 300 ml bottle and the 300 ml + 1 L set; shipping is free, and orders placed by noon on weekdays ship the same day.