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Should You Take A Shower Before Going In A Hot Tub?

Have you ever seen those signs posted in public hot tub areas that say you must shower before entering? Have you ever wondered why many hot tub owners want you to shower before getting in their water?

Showering before entering a hot tub is one of the least practiced habits before tubbing in most countries around the world. In many ways it is understandable. After all, you are about to jump into a hot tub. What is the point of taking a shower first? There are actually several reasons why you should take a shower before entering a hot tub.

Common Courtesy - Being considerate of others is always important. Showering before you get into somebody else's hot tub will remove anything on your body that could dirty their water. If someone is letting you use their hot tub, you should try to do everything you can to...