The skin benefits of
COLD SHOWERS
The health & skin benefits of
COLD SHOWERS
Have you ever been in the shower and the hot water runs out? This is how most people had their first cold shower. But beyond that dreaded boiler moment, taking them intentionally has some amazing benefits.
In this article, we cover the top benefits of cold showers, how to take a cold shower and the NIVEA products you can use whilst you shower. From cooling off to waking you up, to boosting your immune system and skin appearance; there are so many reasons to make your next shower a cold one.
What are the benefits of
COLD SHOWERS?
For many of us, the thought of showering under cold water is quite daunting, especially in winter when everything seems to be cold. Shower gels and shampoos lather more easily in warm water and generally, it’s a more comfortable temperature to wash in, so why give it a go? The occasional cold shower could transform the way you feel. Read on to discover how to take a cold shower and some of the benefits.
Common cold shower
QUESTIONS
Yes! Due to the cold temperature, cold water doesn’t wash away all the natural oils from your skin. This means that it doesn’t dry out like it can after a hot shower. Another added benefit of cold showers is that they constrict your blood vessels. A major benefit here is this stimulates increased blood circulation, giving your skin a natural flush as it tries to warm up again. After showering, your skin will appear tighter. Fresher with less redness.
If you’re wondering how to take a cold shower, think of it as something you ease into. Start by slowly dialing down the temperature to a cooler setting at the end of a warm shower. Keep turning it down to a level of cold that feels quite uncomfortable. At this stage, try and stay under the water for two to three minutes. Slow, measured, deep breathing will help control the urge to turn the tap back up to warm again. Over time, try to increase the length of your cold shower, or even start having them entirely cold.
And there’s a real benefit to adding these to your daily routine. The impact of cold showers over time vs. one-offs has been shown to heighten your immune system, making you more resistant to illness.
Yes, you can! As the temperature is lower, it may require a little more effort to make things like shower gels lather. But that will help to warm you up, won’t it? Our NIVEA Rich Moisture Creme Caring Shower Cream is great for locking moisture into your skin when cold showering. It’s made with nourishing Vitamin B5, to soothe the skin and offer a deep cleanse. Browse the rest of our NIVEA Shower Gel range to find the perfect partner for your cold shower.
Cold showering can be an excellent thing to add to your daily routine, with so many potential cold shower benefits. However, if you’re feeling under the weather, a warmer shower might be better until your immune system strength is back to normal levels. If at any point you find a cold shower irritating to your skin, we recommend that you speak to a medical professional.