Do you need to shower after being in a spa?
While a hot tub provides the ideal setting to relax and unwind, it can also potentially aggravate the skin, especially for those with sensitivities. Therefore, you will want to either rinse or shower off all of the hot tub chemicals that may be present in the water. While personal hot tubs may be relatively safe microbiologically, public (hotel or spa) hot tubs can potentially be very high in infection-causing bacteria (germs), particularly if water is recycled. The root problem is poor public compliance with personal hygiene guidelines and inadequate water treatment maintenance.Germs can spread through hot tub water and cause respiratory, skin, or gastrointestinal illnesses. Hot tub users are at risk for these illnesses if they swallow, have contact with, or breathe in mists or aerosols from water contaminated with germs.Dirty or filthy? While personal hot tubs may be relatively safe microbiologically, public (hotel or spa) hot tubs can potentially be very high in infection-causing bacteria (germs), particularly if water is recycled.Your hot tub doesn’t just collect the occasional detritus like leaves and insects. Sitting in a cauldron of hot water means things like lotion and oils can collect in the hot tub over time. Without proper sanitation, these items can build up and cause sanitation or health problems.Removing Chemicals: Showering after using a hot tub helps rinse off any residual chlorine, bromine, or other sanitizing chemicals that may remain on your skin. Prolonged exposure to these chemicals can cause skin irritation, dryness, and allergic reactions.