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    4 ways you're showering wrong

    Updated:19 Apr 2015 5:13 AM | Posted by
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    I assume you’re currently thinking something along the lines of “Me? Showering wrong? I’ve only been doing it my entire life! How wrong could I be?” 

    Perhaps the word ‘wrong’ is a little harsh, you have after all made it this far without any serious repercussions. But there are certain things you may currently be doing in the shower that aren’t necessarily doing your skin or hair any favours. Let’s see if you’re guilty of any of them:


    WAYS YOU’RE SHOWERING WRONG #1 - Cleansing your face in the shower 

    Who doesn’t enjoy a warm shower on a freezing cold day? We’re only human. But if you insist on keeping the temperature high, at least cleanse your face separately at the sink. This will encourage you to use colder water, which is better for the delicate skin on the face.


    WAYS YOU’RE SHOWERING WRONG #2 - Jumping out when the water runs cold

    Nobody wants to end a shower on a freezing cold note, but try to withstand it if you can. Ending your shower with a cold blast of water helps to seal the hair cuticle for shinier hair. You don’t have to wait until the hot runs cold either; there are taps for that.


    WAYS YOU’RE SHOWERING WRONG #3 – Brushing your hair in the shower

    I know, I know, it’s just so much easier to brush your hair when it’s slathered in conditioner, but you really must stop. Water weakens hair strands making them more prone to breakage. So for strong and healthy hair, try brushing out your knots before jumping in the shower. Or if you really can’t resist at least use a wide toothed comb instead of a brush. bh recommends: Lady Jayne Wet Care Sure Grip Comb and Scunci Grooming Wide Tooth Comb.

    WAYS YOU’RE SHOWERING WRONG #4- Using soap everyday

    It’s time to move on. The days of soap on a rope are over. Most soaps contains harsh cleansers that strip the skin from natural oils, leaving it tight and dry instead of smooth, soft and clean. Try using a soap-free hydrating cleanser instead. bh recommends: Natural Instinct Sensitive Soap Free Body Wash and Lux Indulge Body Wash.

    Top tip: for an added hit of hydration (and to save you from having to moisture after your shower), apply NIVEA In-Shower Smooth Lotion during your shower, after you've used your body wash.

    Are you guilty of any of the above? Are you willing to change your shower habits?


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    Marclaire 2 Jun 2020 3:00 PM

    I haven't used soap in the shower for a long time. I prefer a liquid body wash. The Nivea In-Shower lotion sounds like a good idea.

    Kate Giddy 29 May 2020 11:09 PM

    I don't think I ever really used soap- just QV wash which is the best!

    Kate Giddy 29 May 2020 11:07 PM

    Awww I spent so long thinking it was a better idea to wash my face in the shower! That was honestly devastating news haha

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 4:21 PM

    Always cleanse at the sink.

    Unless you have oily skin, you only need to cleanse at night anyway...

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 4:19 PM

    In shower moisturising is the way to go!

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 4:18 PM

    Oooh I never use soap on my body or face- shudder!

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 4:16 PM

    I use my Tangle Teezer in the shower and my hairvthanks me for it!

    Chicklet 16 May 2018 8:01 PM

    I’m sorry but nothing can convince me to finish my shower on a cold note!

    onlyoni 9 Aug 2017 7:21 PM

    I tend to use a gel rather than soap in the shower. I use a gentle cleanser during my morning shower to remove overnight moisturisers but I only ever use warm water in winter, and cool water in summer.

    BeautifulJusty 13 Jul 2017 3:07 PM

    Washing my face in the shower, and also over rubbing my body a bit.

    Goddess..... 24 Jun 2017 4:16 AM

    Nope, I'm not doing any of these. The only thing I'm doing wrong is having a hot shower & who can blame me? Freezing cold & just want to warm my body up why not? I'm very sensitive & my body feels it so if I turn the shower down to low in a few minutes I'm turning it back up again straight away I don't last that long.

    cosmoslyn 20 Jun 2017 1:05 AM

    i haven't used soap in a long time, gels are the way to go for me

    Shop A Everyday 13 Jan 2019 7:14 PM

    Oh I love the nice soaps and shower gels from lush

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 4:22 PM

    Ahhh Lush...

    Lovely products but the stores give me a headache with their overwhelming scent!

    Shop A Everyday 13 Jan 2019 7:15 PM

    That's a shame, I love the Lush smell. I love their shower gels the best, they are so nice

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 7:37 PM

    Their shower gels are gorgeous!

    Lucy16 13 Jan 2019 7:37 PM

    Wish it wasn’t that much of an issue but the headaches can be nasty! :(

    Shop A Everyday 29 Jan 2017 11:21 PM

    I know I spend too long in there

    Pixie96 27 Sep 2016 9:07 PM

    Yay! I don't make any of these mistakes. I think not washing your face in the shower is so important. When I wash my face in the sink at least then the water isn't hot and I can finish with a cold rinse.

    skincare junkie 5 May 2016 8:53 AM

    I always clean my face in the shower. The steam opens up the pores and I get a much better cleanse.

    thelifeoflaura 19 Mar 2016 5:51 PM

    I am guilty of cleansing my face in the shower :( but it is so much easierrrrr

    Krystal383 17 Mar 2016 9:53 PM

    I have sensitive skin and my doctor told me to cut down on using soap. I now using a Goats Milk Body Wash with Oatmeal...Its the best thing ever! Smells great, foams up and perfect for my sensitive skin! Never going back!

    Growing old 13 Aug 2015 10:56 AM

    I'm pretty good now with all these

    eleana_lee 10 Aug 2015 9:34 PM

    Like many other people, I cleanse my face in the shower because it saves time ._.

    Ashlee 849 7 Aug 2015 8:40 PM

    I didnt no i could shower incorrectly I wash my face in the shower coz its saves time

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