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Here’s some information about showers, including how often to shower, how long to shower, and different types of showers. 

How often to shower

• Many doctors say that showering daily is fine, but showering more than once a day could cause skin problems. 
• For many people, showering two to three times a week is enough. 
• Showering more frequently can cause dry or irritated skin, especially for people with dry or eczema-prone skin. 

How long to shower 

• The average shower length is 8.2 minutes.
• Showering for too long can dry out your skin.
• Five to 10 minutes is ideal for showering.

Different types of showers

• Mixer showers: The most common type of shower found in most homes. 
• Electric showers: Have a built-in element that heats the water. 
• Power showers: Another type of shower. 
• Digital showers: Another type of shower. 
• Rain showers: Also known as spray baths, these have an overhead spray that comes from a circular head. 

Water usage

• 27% of water used domestically is for showering and bathing. 
• Average showers can use anywhere between 25 and 75 gallons of water.