It becomes less flexible and often sags. It heals half as quickly as before and becomes drier with visible cracks which harbor bacterial growth. Good skin care can delay many of these natural aging processes and aid in keeping the skin healthy. Frequent washing irritates skin. Washing with just plain water and gentle friction is all that is needed.
Air drying is beneficial if time permits.
In your skin care products and know what they are for. Active ingredients should be listed in descending order of percentages contained in the product. Emollients soothe and soften the skin. The normal skin flora re-colonize one to two hours after the use of an antimicrobial. Emulsifying surfactants sisolve human excreta.