Experts reveal why showering at night is better for you (Image: Getty)
While the showering before or after bed debate is a longstandine point of contention, experts have said that showering in the evening is actually better for you.
Taking your is reportedly better for your health as it will get rid of the germs, dust, pollution, and bacteria that you’ve collected throughout the day through clothes, skin and hair.
Evening showers can also reduce acne as skin regenerates during sleep and this will avoid making your bedsheets dirty and sleeping on multiple days’ worth of bacteria.
Taking a shower at night can help your skincare routine and avoid dry skin as well as helping you wash your skin better before going to sleep.
According to health , showering before bed will help avoid spreading allergens and pollen on your bedsheets and pyjamas which could significantly make your hayfever or cat allergy worse.
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Showering before bed may make you sleep better (Image: Getty)
Not only is showering at night better for you, but it will also make your hair healthier and give it that glossy look.
Washing your hair at night will give it time to dry more naturally and avoid it getting dirty or damaged outside before it even has time to dry.
Showers will help you get a more restorative night’s sleep by lowering your core temperature and relaxing your muscles.
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Showering before bed could make you sleep better by regulating your core temperature (Image: Getty)
In the UK, it is estimated that Brits were only getting an average of 5.91 hours of sleep per night in which is much less than the recommended 7.5–8.5 hours.
A study by the found that people unwind and fall asleep faster if they’ve showered an hour or two before bed and improves sleep quality.
However, it is recommended to avoid piping hot or really cold showers before bed as this may disrupt your body temperature and be counter effective.