'Morning' shower vs 'Evening' shower... Which is better for your body?

Morning shower, wash away the impurities accumulated on your skin overnight.

Taking a shower in the morning helps maintain skin cleanliness. It can remove bacteria and skin cells accumulated during sleep, as well as wash away sweat spilled overnight. Morning showers also have the effect of clearing the mind. The body relies on certain signals to wake up, and a shower can serve that purpose. In particular, morning showers are effective in waking up the brain. When you shower in the morning, your body releases neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine and dopamine, which stimulate the brain. According to a study by Commonwealth University in the United States, cold showers in the morning enhance memory and concentration throughout the day.

Taking a shower in the evening alleviates allergy symptoms. A shower before bed can wash away dust, bacteria, and other foreign substances accumulated on the body throughout the day. It also helps remove pollen and other allergens remaining on the body after outdoor activities, thereby reducing seasonal allergy symptoms. Additionally, taking a shower in the evening can promote better sleep. Dr. Christopher Winter, a neurologist in Charlottesville, USA, said, "Evening showers have a relaxing effect on the body, which induces sleep." The rise in body temperature caused by the shower gradually decreases, helping to facilitate sleep.

Morning and evening showers each have their own benefits, but doing both is not recommended. Frequent showers can remove the natural oil barrier that protects the skin, potentially damaging skin cells. According to Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Rutgers University in the United States, showering more than twice a day can cause skin and hair to become dry and lose their shine. If you need to shower twice a day due to sweating from exercise or other activities, it is advisable to use moisturizing cleansers or oils during the shower. This helps to maintain proper skin hydration and protect the skin.