Are you showering in the right order? Here’s a smarter way to do it to get better results

Washing your face after you’re done with your hair will ensure that these residues are removed thoroughly from the mien.

If you wear makeup and are accustomed to using a cleansing oil or balm to take it off, it’s perfectly fine to do so in the shower.

Follow with a facial cleanser that’s suited to your skin type – this will effectively remove any remaining dirt, sebum and rinse off product residue from hair-washing, and give your pores a deeper cleanse.

When washing your face in the shower, it’s a good idea to lower the temperature of the water. The hot water that may feel good on the body might be too harsh for your face, stripping facial skin of its natural oils and leave it feeling dry or irritated. 

“Overly hot showers can aggravate skin inflammation for individuals with conditions like eczema, rosacea or acne. Using lukewarm or cold water in the shower is generally better for maintaining skin hydration and preventing flare-ups,” advised Dr Kwee.

BODY CLEANSING, EXFOLIATING AND SHAVING

Dry brushing should be done on dry skin, and before your shower, so that any skin debris sloughed off during brushing can be washed away. Follow up with body wash or gel to cleanse the body.

On the other hand, physical exfoliation with granular body scrubs should be done after you are done with washing your body. Your soap or shower gel works to get rid of dirt on the skin’s surface, leaving it clean and ready for exfoliation.

Often, body scrubs are formulated to be lightly scented and emollient, and are therefore intended for use after washing.

If you need to shave your legs, it’s a good idea to do so post-shower. The hot water and steam can help open hair follicles and soften the hair, so as to allow you to get a smooth and close shave. This can also help prevent razor burn and bumps from developing post-shave.

HOW TO DRY OFF PROPERLY