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Great question! When it comes to washing and exfoliating with psoriasis, the tools you use really do matter.

A soft washcloth or your hands are generally the safer options. Abrasive scrubbers like loofahs can be too harsh and may trigger a flare-up or even cause bleeding due to skin injury. Here are some gentle tips for Show Full Answer

Great question! When it comes to washing and exfoliating with psoriasis, the tools you use really do matter.

A soft washcloth or your hands are generally the safer options. Abrasive scrubbers like loofahs can be too harsh and may trigger a flare-up or even cause bleeding due to skin injury. Here are some gentle tips for bathing with psoriasis:

- Use a soft washcloth, pumice stone, or your hands to wash and remove scales
- Avoid loofahs or rough scrubbers that can irritate or injure skin
- Soak in lukewarm water for about 15 minutes to help loosen scales first
- Use lukewarm, not hot, water to avoid drying out or irritating lesions
- Moisturize within five minutes of bathing to lock in hydration

The key is to let the water and any gentle products do the heavy lifting, rather than scrubbing aggressively. Your skin will thank you for the patience!

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