Daily showering can damage the skin's natural protective layer. Read here what else you should consider in your cleaning routine.
For many people, showering every day is part of their routine. However, if you really want to do something good for your body, you should keep a few things in mind when washing. For example, according to experts, only five parts of the body really need soap. There are also some rules when washing your hair that will help keep your scalp healthy. Shower temperature, shower intensity and shower sequence also play an important role. You should therefore heed the following five tips in the shower.
Personal care: Five tips on how to shower properly
Shower only every other day
: Showering every day can put stress on the skin, as the surface of the skin is usually extremely sensitive. To protect them, you should only take a shower every other day if you don't sweat too much. This prevents the natural protection made up of microorganisms (e.g. fungi, bacteria), which protects the skin from environmental influences, from being damaged. Otherwise, the skin becomes more susceptible to external stress and pimples or skin irritations can occur. It is therefore advisable to only shower every two days and to wash your cat on the other days.
Avoid using washcloths
: If washcloths are not cleaned regularly and thoroughly, they can become a breeding ground for bacteria. It is therefore better to use shower sponges instead of washcloths. They have many advantages over washcloths: The plastic material is easier to clean and dries faster. In addition, a sponge provides a peeling effect by gently removing dead skin cells with its soft surface.
Take a lukewarm shower
: Just like showering every day and for too long, water that is too hot can damage or even destroy the skin's natural protective layer. The skin flora becomes unbalanced and the skin may dry out. It is therefore advisable to take a lukewarm shower. A temperature that is no colder than 25 degrees Celsius and no warmer than 35 degrees Celsius is ideal. This gently cleanses the skin. In addition, the skin pores open without becoming irritated or dried out.
Wash your hair first and use shampoo sparingly
: hair requires particularly high care. Your treatment should therefore be at the beginning of your daily cleaning routine. This means you can leave the conditioners or treatments on long enough while you devote yourself to caring for the rest of your body. This ensures sufficient moisture supply. However, ideally you should only wash your hair two to three times a week and use shampoo sparingly. Similar to the skin, too frequent and extensive cleaning can have a negative effect on the hair structure. Therefore, gently massage a teaspoon-sized amount of shampoo into your scalp and avoid the hair lengths when shampooing. When you rinse the shampoo from your scalp, the hair is gently cleansed. This process is completely sufficient for cleaning.
Wash your face last
: One of the most sensitive areas of the body is the scalp. It should therefore only be cleaned at the end of a washing process, as too extensive facial cleansing can attack the skin flora. First, wash your face with warm water. This opens the pores and thoroughly washes away impurities. Use facial toners and cleansers that are specifically designed for the face. Finally, take a short, cold shower to close the pores and stimulate blood circulation. This will give you a fresh, rosy complexion. After showering, it is recommended to moisturize the skin on your face by applying cream. Towels should also be changed more often than expected for hygiene reasons.
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