Experts warn: Danger of hot showers after flights

Low humidity inside the cabin during a flight causes skin to dry out. According to the British newspaper Daily Mail, hot showers exacerbate this dryness and strip the skin of its natural oils. Experts say, "Our skin is already dehydrated when we get off the plane. Hot water further exacerbates this dryness and disrupts the skin's natural protective barrier."

"SWELLING INCREASES, CIRCULATORY PROBLEMS OCCUR" In addition, expert Andy Ellis, who emphasized that high temperatures can also negatively affect blood circulation, warned, "Hot showers dilate blood vessels. This can increase swelling that occurs during the flight and lead to circulatory problems." The expert recommended passengers to take cool or lukewarm showers instead of hot ones after the flight. DO NOT CROSS YOUR LEGS ON THE PLANE On the other hand, physiotherapist Bethany Tomlinson drew attention to a common mistake made on air travel. Tomlinson said, "Crossing your legs on the plane prevents blood flow and increases the risk of vascular occlusion." For a healthy sitting, she advised passengers to slightly elevate their legs, keep their shoulders relaxed, and sit leaning back against the seat.