There are people who prefer to shower in the evening, others in the morning. But when is the best time to shower?
- The right time of day to shower is different for everyone.
- Shower in the morning or in the evening ? Both have advantages and disadvantages.
- Experts recommend: Less showering is better for our skin .
Offenbach - There are people who prefer to shower in the morning to wake up and start the day fresh. Others prefer to relax in the shower in the evening, leaving the stress of everyday life behind them. But what is actually better? Shower in the morning or in the evening? Is there a right time in the day to take a shower ? Experts have a clear answer to this.
Showering is purely a matter of type: the time of day plays a role
Our circulation , muscles and skin react differently to the shower depending on the time of day. So it differs from person to person when the right time to shower is. For some, the daily shower is part of their everyday routine - either in the morning to start the day refreshed or in the evening to relax after a hard day's work. Nevertheless, some people repeatedly make serious mistakes when showering or they completely forget to remove dirt and the like from important body parts.
There are many who prefer a warm shower in the evening, as it allows them to relax after a long day and also not bring the dirt to bed with them. Others use the shower in the morning to wake up. Evening cleaning in the shower is particularly preferred for late risers , as this enables them to sleep in tomorrow and save time. However , a shower in the morning is not a problem for early risers . Many like to shower in the morning to wake up and start the day fresh.
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In addition to the aspect of sleeping, other points play a central role in the question of when to shower . If you do n't get out of bed easily in the morning , it is clear to many to take a shower in the evening. But just then you should try to overcome your weaker self and jump into the cold shower in the morning. The "freshness kick" gets the circulation going and the body gets energy . It is important to keep the temperature of the water as cool as possible, because this stimulates the blood circulation.
Sweating at night causes bacteria to form and settle on the skin and bed sheet. A shower in the morning will wash away sweat from your body and prevent odor build-up. It is also advised to wash your hair in the morning. This allows you to wash off the sebum and fat deposits that have formed on the scalp and hair during the night and start the day with fresh hair.
Showering in the evening: relaxation and quick fatigue
A warm shower in the evening has the advantage that you can easily relax after a long day. It relieves possible muscle tension and can reduce stress. The high temperature of the water increases your own body temperature and lowers your blood pressure as the vessels widen. If you then get out of the shower, the temperature is reduced again. This leads to the fact that you get tired quickly . Additional candles and the dimming of the light promote the release of the sleep hormone melatonin . Basically, you shouldn't stand in the shower for too long, as this is bad for the skin and the environment .
People with dry skin should take a shower in the evening. Because the skin's protective mantle can be generated more easily overnight because you don't wear tight clothing. Also, personal care products can move in more easily. The evening is also a good time to shave, as the skin can soothe overnight and redness can subside.
Recommendations for showering: Allergy sufferers should rather shower in the evening
According to the German Allergy and Asthma Association ( DAAB ), it is also better for allergy sufferers to shower in the evening. Allergens such as pollen or animal hair can be rinsed off. A nasal douche before going to bed is also recommended, as this can relieve sneezing attacks or runny nose. Street clothes should not be brought into the bedroom. Possible allergens that are on the clothes could otherwise be distributed in the air of the room.
If you have sensitive or dry skin, you shouldn't stress it with too hot water and rather shower with lukewarm water . There is also the option of cleansing the body without shower gel . If you are only sweaty but not dirty, you can do without cleaning agents, because the water has a "rinsing effect" that simply washes the sweat from the body. When it comes to personal hygiene , care should also be taken to use products that are fragrance-free and mild to the skin.
When is the right time of day to shower?
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Experts recommend: showering less is better for the skin
A compromise would be to shower twice a day . However, this should be kept very brief. Because experts recommend only showering a total of ten minutes a day. A longer time under the shower promotes the washing off of the natural protective coating of our skin. This makes it easier for germs to play and you get irritations and dry skin more quickly. Dermatologists even advise showering only every two to three days to protect the skin.
A simple trick to cleaning the shower
Dirty shower walls can be quickly cleaned with a simple trick. Deposits on the shower walls are not uncommon and cleaning often takes a long time and is not very satisfactory. (By Sarah Winter)
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