Why Experts Say You Should Always Shower in the Evening

Written by Camilla Jessen

Feb.03 - 2025 5:53 PM CET

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Your daily shower routine might be doing more harm than good, and according to health experts.

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The age-old debate over whether to shower in the morning or evening has finally been settled — experts say an evening shower is best.

Showering before bed removes dirt, bacteria, dust, and pollutants that accumulate throughout the day. This helps keep your skin clear, reducing acne by allowing your skin to regenerate overnight.

It also prevents you from bringing allergens and bacteria into your bed, which can worsen conditions like hay fever and pet allergies.

An evening shower also makes your skincare routine more effective. With more time to cleanse and moisturize, you can combat dry skin and keep it healthy overnight.

Your hair also benefits — washing it at night reduces breakage and allows it to dry naturally, leaving it stronger and shinier.

A warm shower before bed helps your body relax, lowering core temperature and loosening muscles. According to a Sleep Foundation study, people who shower 1-2 hours before bed fall asleep faster and experience better sleep quality.

Britons average just 5.91 hours of sleep per night, according to 2023 statistics—far below the recommended 7.5 to 8.5 hours.

If you struggle with sleep, an evening shower could help.

For the best results, avoid showers that are too hot or too cold before bed. Extreme temperatures can disrupt your natural sleep cycle and have the opposite effect.

This was reported by the Express.