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Yet again, your alarm doesn't go off (or did you sleep past it?), and you rush into the bathroom to take your morning shower. As a young female (ages 7 to 13), there's a particular way to shower quickly, especially if your parents and siblings are banging for a turn in the family bathroom, (how you long for an en suite!) What do you do? Read this article to find out.
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Gather everything you need: Towel, hairbrush, clothes, etc. Fold up your clothes neatly, place them next to the shower, and line up all of your things. This saves time because you can quickly get dressed and prepared for the day (or night).
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Avoid turning on music. You might tell yourself only this little bit, but it is easy to get lost up in your daydreams.
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Turn the water on while you are undressing if it will take a while to heat up. The hot water also helps to open your pores.
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Get right to shampooing your hair when you get in the shower. Most girls waste time in the very beginning of their shower because they take too long savoring the warm water.
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Wash your body while shampoo is still in your hair. This gives your shampoo time to seep into your scalp.[1]
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Rinse the shampoo out of your hair while also rinsing the soap off your body.[2]
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Wash your face. Keep your facewash on your face for at least 30 seconds to let it cleanse your pores.[3]
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Apply shaving cream to your legs and shave quickly (only if you shave), but be careful not to cut yourself! It is best to turn the shower off while doing this, as it saves water. You might be a little cold at first, but think of the planet (and your water bill)!
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Dampen your hair so it is easier to condition.
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Condition your hair. When you are done, let it sit while you brush and floss your teeth in the shower. Be sure to have a cup so you can rinse out your toothpaste.
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Turn the water to a cold setting if you wish; this closes your pores so bacteria can't access it.[4]
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Dry off. Get out of the shower and begin to dry yourself. Start at the top. This way, no water will drip down from your neck or back onto your legs, forcing you to dry the already dry parts off. Also, remember to pat your face rather than rubbing it dry with a soft towel; this irritates your skin.
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See AlsoCost of Living in Texas (2023) | SoFiHow Often Should You Shower?Water & Sewer – Harris County Municipal Utility District 501Is a Hot Shower Really That Bad for Your Skin? | UPMCApply lotion after your shower to get your body moisturized.[5] But don't apply deodorant. Wait at least 30 min. The reasoning for this is because your deodorant has chemicals that are only supposed to be used on top of your skin. Not the inside.[6]
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Perform your regular morning or night routine.
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Repeat daily!
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What should I use if I have dry skin, sensitive skin, or a skin condition, like eczema?
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EstheticianNaomi Elza is an Esthetician based in Beverly Hills, California. Naomi operates Beauty Factory Beverly Hills, a spa that offers a variety of facials and other skin treatments. She has been an esthetician for over 10 years and helps clients with issues including acne, hyperpigmentation, and dehydrated skin. She enjoys helping individuals find skincare solutions tailored to their needs. She attended Lu Roth Academy to become an Esthetician.
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If your skin is dry, or sensitive, or if you have eczema, I recommend shower cream.
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That depends on a lot of factors, but in general, health experts recommend bathing or showering at least a few times a week. You’ll need to shower more often if you get dirty or sweaty, or if you have concerns about oily skin or body odor. You don’t have to do a thorough cleaning every time you bathe or shower—just make sure to focus on areas like your groin and armpits, where sweat and bacteria tend to build up.
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Since dirt and grime tends to build up on your body during the day, you’ll get greater skin benefits from showering in the evening. It’s also a good idea to shower any time you get sweaty or dirty, or after you go swimming. If your hair gets tangled or unmanageable if you go to bed with it wet, dry it carefully after an evening shower or cover it with a cap and shower in the morning on shampoo days.
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If your shower takes a while to heat up, do any parts of your morning routine that you can while it's heating up.
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Be careful if shaving, you can cut yourself if you are working too fast.
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Get up 10 minutes earlier that way you will have plenty of time to finish without having to rush.
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Don't lock the door if you are taking a shower with trustworthy people in the house. It may provide privacy, but if you fall, it will keep emergency representatives from getting to you.
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If you buy a mat with suction cups so you won't fall; be careful, it could grow mold so clean weekly!
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Make sure you are awake enough to do this. If you aren't, you may cut yourself shaving if you shave, or slip on the shower floor!
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Washing your hair every day can lead to breakage. So instead only wash every other day. That does not mean skip a shower every day. Still take a shower, just don't wash your hair.
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Things You'll Need
- Clothes
- Hairbrush
- Deodorant
- Towel
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Body wash
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- 2 cups (one for spitting out toothpaste and one for rinsing your body)
- Hairdryer
- Lotion
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References
- ↑ https://www.wisebread.com/how-to-take-the-worlds-most-efficient-shower
- ↑ https://www.wisebread.com/how-to-take-the-worlds-most-efficient-shower
- ↑ https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/cleansers/guide/how-long-to-leave-cleanser
- ↑ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/best-showering-skincare-tips
- ↑ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/best-showering-skincare-tips
- ↑ https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/mgyx54/the-final-word-on-whether-antiperspirant-is-safe
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This article was co-authored by Naomi Elza. Naomi Elza is an Esthetician based in Beverly Hills, California. Naomi operates Beauty Factory Beverly Hills, a spa that offers a variety of facials and other skin treatments. She has been an esthetician for over 10 years and helps clients with issues including acne, hyperpigmentation, and dehydrated skin. She enjoys helping individuals find skincare solutions tailored to their needs. She attended Lu Roth Academy to become an Esthetician. This article has been viewed 411,410 times.
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