The skin (cutis lat.) is surface area (but not on the real surface; intestine up to 450 m²), the largest (depending on body size and body size 1.5 – 2 m2), the heaviest (up to 10 kg) and functionally the most versatile organ of the human or animal organism. It serves the definition of interior and exterior (Hüllorgan), protection against environmental influences, representation, communication and maintenance of homeostasis (equilibrium). In addition the skin acquires important functions in the field of immunology and metabolism and has a variety of coping mechanisms. …

How Much Maintenance Does the Skin Need?
A miracle does not exist. But the fact is that any contact with water and detergents in skin moisture away and weaken its protective acid. Frequent showers and bathing poses the danger so that the skin dries and loses its elasticity. The ideal skin cleaning should be the individual’s skin type; the age, the skin condition and the degree of skin in question.