Morning vs. night showers

Which team are you on? ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ [Healthline]( [Wellness Wire]( In a Nutshell I’ve always been a night showerer, but I know *many* people who claim morning showers are the way to go. Today, I pose the question: Which shower time is better? Let’s debate below. First up, some light reads worth bookmarking: • [Best supplements for healthy aging]( • [11 best products for insomnia]( • [4 simple ways to tell if an egg is bad]( Be well, Morgan Mandriota Newsletter Editor, Healthline Written by Morgan Mandriota April 3, 2024 • 2 min read [Are you a morning or night shower person?]( what’s got us buzzing [Are you a morning or night shower person?]( Night showers are the best, IMHO. I love the feeling of literally washing the day off and then crawling into bed all nice and clean. Plus, it saves me time and energy spent blow drying my hair because it dries overnight with a soft beachy wave! Health-wise, [research]( suggests taking a warm shower or bath before bed can help you fall asleep faster, lower your blood pressure, and improve your overall sleep quality. Some friends of mine swear by morning showers. They claim it helps them wake up and start the day feeling refreshed and ready to go. Especially if you take a cold shower, it can be stimulating and offer an [energy boost](. If you’re a sweaty sleeper, rinsing off in the a.m. might be an extra smart move. … and then there are people who shower twice a day. To you all, I say I wish I had your energy. Also, be mindful of [drying out your skin](! At the end of the day, showering at any time is A-OK (except [during a thunderstorm](). But we want to know … do you prefer morning or night showers? Cast your vote at wellnesswire@healthline.com! We’ll tally up all responses and then share them in an upcoming newsletter. [how often should you shower?]( Great finds Best towels ever [Cozy Earth Premium Bath Towels]( [Cozy Earth Premium Bath Towels]( After using cheap towels forever, these luxurious towels by Cozy Earth have totally upgraded my post-shower game. They’re super soft, thick, and absorbent. Anyone who showers at my place raves about them, too. (Yes, they’re pricey but come with a 10-year warranty!) [SHOP NOW]( Every product we recommend has gone through either [Healthline's]( or Optum Store’s vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. [Get the Wellness Wire Wishlist!]( Want health and wellness products that actually work? We vet and review hundreds of brands, services, and products to help you live better. Sign up for the Wishlist to get our recommendations and exclusive deals. [JOIN HERE]( health stories you need What we’re reading next [] 💪🏻 [8 best at-home exercises for diabetes.]( Staying active can help you manage your blood sugar levels and overall health. [READ MORE →]( 🫁 [What to know about COPD and chest pain.]( There are many potential causes behind this common COPD symptom. [READ MORE →]( 💤 [How much sleep is too much sleep?]( Let’s talk about oversleeping. [READ MORE →]( ⚠️ [Examples of gaslighting and how to respond.]( Learn the signs and when it may be time to seek help. [READ MORE →]( Thanks for reading! Friday’s newsletter will be a personal one written by yours truly. See you then. Until next time, [healthline]( Take care of yourself, and we’ll see you again soon! [Telegram] This edition was powered by personal hygiene. [fb]( [tiktok]( [X]( [youtube]( [insta]( [View in browser]( Did a friend send you this email? [Subscribe here.]( To see all newsletters, [click here.]( [Privacy]( | [Unsubscribe]( Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare professional. Healthline encourages you to make any treatment decisions with your healthcare professional. Healthline is owned by RVO Health. © 2024 Healthline Media LLC 275 7th Ave., 24th Floor New York, NY 10001