Taking a long hot, relaxing shower is what everyone needs after a long productive day. Some people prefer to take it first thing in the morning, while others prefer to take it shortly before bedtime.
“Creating your own ideal shower regimen may be the best form of self-care so let’s begin with some pre and post-shower routine that will change your life.”
Pre- Shower Routine
As much as a good post-shower routine is essential, a good pre-shower routine can be a total game changer. Here are some of the things you can include:
•Brush your hair
The majority of people brush their hair while in the shower or afterwards, which can be very harmful to your hair. Brushing your hair before showering is the easiest method to avoid this.
•Oil your body and hair
When you apply oil before a bath, the water locks the moisture content of the oil and makes it easy to absorb. This is an excellent routine for people struggling with dry or flaky skin, as well as those who suffer from eczema. The oil flushes away all the impurities and dirt with it, leaving the skin feeling nourished even after a wash.
In-the Shower Routine
As much as a good post-shower routine is essential, a good pre-shower routine can be a total game changer. Here are some of the things you can include:
•Set the perfect water temperature
Showering at a temperature below 41 degrees Celsius is thought to be ideal. Although many women love hot baths, they are not suggested because they might dry up your skin and scalp.
•Shampoo & Condition
Shampooing is the finest method to begin your shower. It is important to choose a shampoo that is a perfect fit for your hair type. Massage the scalp until it lathers, paying special attention to the roots. For optimum results, use a scalp exfoliator/brush.
After you’ve rinsed out your shampoo, take a small bit of conditioner (approximately a quarter size) and apply it from the mid-shafts to the ends of your hair. You can add another quarter of conditioner if your hair is severely damaged and dry.
Clip your hair up and leave the conditioner to sit for about 5-10 min and use that time to start with the body
•Body-wash (Scrub, Body wash, Shave, Rinse)
While the conditioner sits in your hair for some minutes, start with applying a body scrub to you body to remove all the dead skin and impurities.
Shaving right after a scrub and right before a body wash is always quite convenient since it avoids the razor from running over dead skin and grime.
Once you’re done shaving, continue with a gentle body wash or a soft soap bar that is appropriate for your skin type.
You can use a gentle face cleanser to wash your face once you’re done with your body.
Make sure you don’t forget to rinse the hair you just left up after conditioning
Post Shower Routine
It’s always best to stick to the individual Skincare regimen that works best for you. However, here are some of the Skincare items to consider adding to your shopping list in case you don’t have them.
Gentle Prepping water or a Face Toner
Face & Neck Serum
Vitamin C
SPF- Sunscreen (A must)
A gentle face moisturizer.
•Body
A body moisturizer is equally as important as a face moisturizer. Your skin will feel dry after a shower, especially if you used a razor and a scrub. It is crucial to moisturize your skin deeply after you pat dry your skin with a towel.
•Hair
Hair care is just as vital as your body and face, whether you have curly hair, straight hair, or frizzy wavy hair. Investing in a healthy hair care routine that also fits your budget is also another important aspect of self-care. A gentle hair serum should perform nicely for you if you have naturally excellent healthy hair. People with curly hair and those who colour their hair frequently may require a more specialized routine. Here are some healthy hair products you can add to your hair care routine.
A heat protector hair cream (especially if you regularly style your hair)
A volumizer or hair mousse helps hydrate your hair, strengthens your roots
Hair Serum- Adds Shine to your hair making it look healthy.
It doesn’t have to be difficult to create the ideal shower routine. Certain of these may be too much for some of you beauties, while the same may be too little for others. But, in the end, it is up to you to decide what is best for you. Self-care is, after all, what makes your skin feel good and what makes you happy.
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