Take Your Shower to the Next Level
Sometimes you only have time for a quick shower before getting ready for the day. But when you find yourself with extra time on your hands, a luxurious shower experience can be a great self-care practice. Read on for ways to take your shower to the next level.
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
Soothing scents are a quick and easy way to invoke a spa-like feeling at home. Hang a bouquet of eucalyptus on your shower head or use shower melts, which dissolve as you shower and release calming scents like lavender or peppermint into the air. Choose a body wash with extra soothing ingredients and scents. Candles can add fragrance and soft lighting to further encourage relaxation.
Hair Care
Consider incorporating a hair mask or deep conditioner into your shower routine. Hair masks can be used to address various hair concerns including dry and frizzy hair, an oily scalp, and damaged hair. Masks add extra moisture, shine, and softness. There are many popular options on the market, but you can also make a hair mask at home with ingredients like coconut oil, eggs, and aloe vera.
Body Scrubs
Adding in a body scrub or polish can buff away dead skin cells, release tension, and make your skin extra soft and smooth. When choosing a body scrub, it’s best to avoid large particle scrubs such as apricot or walnut-based products, which can be overly irritating to the skin. If you prefer not to add a product into your routine, scrubbing mitts are a great affordable alternative. Add in a scalp scrub for a bonus cleanse.
Emphasize Hydration and Moisturizing
Give your skin some extra love by incorporating an in-shower body oil. The oil gently breaks down dirt and sweat, and also adds hydration back into dry skin. Post-shower, treat yourself to a rich lotion or luxurious body cream to lock in the added moisture and hydration.