{"id":5600,"date":"2021-07-20T13:00:02","date_gmt":"2021-07-20T18:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kohlershowers.com\/blog\/?p=5600"},"modified":"2021-10-12T09:52:18","modified_gmt":"2021-10-12T14:52:18","slug":"five-bad-shower-habits-you-should-break-immediately","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kohlershowers.com\/blog\/five-bad-shower-habits-you-should-break-immediately\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Bad Shower Habits You Should Break Immediately"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Did you know that there is a right way to take a shower? Although everyone has their shower style, bad shower habits can be detrimental to your hygiene and overall health. Here are five bad shower habits that you can start avoiding immediately: <\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Showering Too Often<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Believe it or not, you can shower too often. According to <\/span>Harvard Medical School<\/span><\/a>, when you shower daily and adamantly scrub your skin, you can inadvertently irritate or dry out your skin. Also, some lotions and body washes you use could contain ingredients that might not help you stay moisturized. Instead, try showering a few times a week instead of every day.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, don\u2019t skip that <\/span>shower after a workout<\/span><\/a>. There are plenty of times when you still need to shower to protect yourself from bacteria that you\u2019re exposed to during the day. If you\u2019re an athlete or you exercise often, try using water at a lukewarm temperature to help your body retain its natural oils.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Using Water That\u2019s Too Hot<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Many people love showering with hot water because it feels good and produces a calming effect that\u2019s scientifically proven. <\/span>Research<\/span><\/a> shows that a warm shower could improve your sleep because warm showers make you feel tired. <\/span><\/p>\n

On the other hand, if the water is too hot, it can damage your skin, especially for those who love to take long showers. Hot water doesn\u2019t work in your favor if you\u2019re trying to clear up your skin or <\/span>grow a beard<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Instead of taking a shower with hot water for a long time, try taking a contrast shower or a cold shower. Contrast showers consist of alternating between warm water and cold water. That way, you get the benefits of both temperatures without enduring one for too long.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Not Washing Your Towels Enough<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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Although bath towels are for pre- and post-shower, they are just as important for keeping your skin clean. Your towels absorb a lot of moisture from water and humid air in your bathroom, so they are more prone to bacteria. The <\/span>Cleveland Clinic<\/span><\/a> recommends washing your towels at least once a week and your washcloths even more frequently.<\/span><\/p>\n

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To improve your hygiene, wash your towels more than once a week. You could even pair your laundry day with a twice-a-week self-care day. While your bath towels are in the wash cycle, you could exfoliate your skin to make great use of your time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you haven\u2019t <\/span>replaced your towels<\/span><\/a> in a while, it might be a good idea to buy some new linens. We recommend replacing your bath towels every two to three years. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Not Washing Your Feet<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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If you haven\u2019t been washing your feet, you aren\u2019t alone. <\/span>Plenty of people<\/span><\/a> on the planet do not wash their feet daily. However, your feet absorb a lot of moisture from your shoes and socks. If you like to be barefoot, your feet might encounter even more dirt. Although some might think that the soap from the shower reaches their feet, the truth is that you still need to scrub your feet. <\/span><\/p>\n

Healthline<\/span><\/a> recommends washing your feet daily to remove bacteria and keep them clean. For even better hygiene and skincare, apply a lotion or cream to your feet after the shower to rehydrate your skin. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Using 2-in-1 Shower Products<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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2-in-1 shower products, such as shampoos and conditioners, could save you time and be more efficient. However, according to <\/span>Dove<\/span><\/a>, they don\u2019t offer the same benefits that regular shampoo and conditioners offer. If you plan to use a 2-in-1 product, try not to use it every day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Haircare is just as important as skincare. When you plan your shower routine, be sure to schedule enough time to give your hair the full shampoo and conditioner treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ready to improve your shower habits? Upgrade your shower today with KOHLER LuxStone<\/span>\u00ae<\/sub><\/span>! From our <\/span>shower niche<\/span><\/a> perfect for storing self-care products to our premium <\/span>showerheads<\/span><\/a>, we offer plenty of features to make your shower more comfortable. Schedule a free consultation today!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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