Things to remember before bathing:
1. It is very important to bring plenty of drinking water because it is easy to get dehydrated when using hot springs.
2. Remember to bring toiletries. It's necessary to take a shower before and after bathing so as to protect the skin.
3. Remember to bring bathing suits designed for hot springs as the water temperature and acidity may not be suitable for ordinary swimwear.
4. Avoid using hot springs just after eating or when hungry. There should be at least one hour between a meal and getting in the water.
5. Remember to remove jewelry.
6. Do not use hot springs if you are malnourished as it's easy to faint; people with heart disease, hypertension and arteriosclerosis should acclimatize themselves to the water temperature to avoid putting strain on the heart.
7. Do not bathe in springs that are too hot or that have over acidic water. The water temperature should be between 30 C and 45 C .
8. Do not drink alcohol before using hot springs.
9. Do not bathe alone.
During bathing:
1. Pick one of the cooler springs first –– give the body a chance to adapt to the water temperature.
2. Keep noise levels to a minimum – this should be a relaxing experience.
3. Don't stay in a pool longer than 20 minutes at a time.
4. Stay hydrated.
After bathing:
1. Take a shower after bathing because some elements in the spring water can irritate skin.
2. People with dry skin are advised to apply moisturizer after bathing.
