Get the most out of every soak with these easy pro tips.
Bathing has had quite the journey.
You’re free to create the bath of your dreams and indulge inself-care.
And there are ways to elevate this experience to make it the most optimal for your body and mood.
How to Reduce Moisture Loss
Age also is a factor, Dr. Piliang notes.
The older we get, the longer it takes our skin to replace that lipid layer.
Unfortunately, even yourfavorite moisturizercan’t replenish your skin’s natural oils, Dr. Piliang adds.
In that scenario, you might opt for a warmer bath than usual (and awarmed towelto match).
Again, it all comes down to what you want to get out of any particular bath.
“Heat penetrates and forces blood flow and circulation,” he explains.
“This can provide a relaxing effect on the nervous system of the body,” Marbach says.
When to Bathe
Is there a best time of day for a soak?
“A quick bath could also increase blood flow and potentially help wake a person up.”
Want to improve your sleep quality?
The key here is checking the label to confirm it’s safe to use in the bath.
Essential oils like lavender, lemon, and eucalyptus come with benefits.
But other oilslike black pepper, clove, and peppermintcan irritate the skin.
Add the oil right before you’re about to get into the bath to keep it from evaporating.
