Washing your body is a self-care ritual worth getting to know and enjoying. Why is body washing necessary, what does personal hygiene mean, and which products are best for protecting and hydrating your skin? Read on!
Why wash your body?
Daily personal hygiene is key to keeping your skin healthy and nourished enough to resist and fight off bacteria and other infections.
Washing your body should be done every day, but watch out for what's known as “over-cleansing”: using too many products and body washes, which can dry out your skin (and your scalp, when it comes to washing your hair) and keep the good bacteria that protect us from infections from developing.
Main benefits of washing your body
- We keep our skin hydrated.
- We protect our skin from infections and other illnesses.
- Our skin rests and recovers from the outside factors it's exposed to every day
- We help prevent signs of aging so skin looks supple and hydrated
Tips for washing your body
While washing your body too much may not be good for your skin's natural bacteria, personal hygiene is essential for keeping skin hydrated, supple and healthy-looking.
If you work out regularly or work outside the home, washing your body is essential so your skin can rest and shed dead cells and impurities.
Here are a few tips to make washing your body a healthy experience that's also relaxing and revitalizing.
- Don't wash your body for too long
We all love a hot, relaxing shower after a long day at work. While it's a moment of the day we can really enjoy, washing your body for more than 20 minutes can backfire, since too much water can irritate and dry out your skin.
That's because the oil from your sebaceous glands is there to hydrate your skin, and washing for too long strips it away.
When washing your body, opt for short showers and avoid high temperatures.
- Choose the right products for washing your body
Washing your body calls for products that are good for your skin, with natural ingredients, formulated for your skin type or suitable for every skin type without risking allergies or other reactions.
Choosing the best body wash is essential for washing your body effectively and in a way that's good for your skin.
Keep in mind:
- Choose body washes formulated especially for washing your body.
- Opt for sulfate-free and paraben-free products with natural ingredients that give your skin more benefits.
- Don't use body wash on intimate areas.
- Try exfoliating products that nourish your skin and deep-clean it.
- Don't wash your face with body wash
The skin on your face is different from the skin on your body. Don't use the body wash meant for washing your body on your face. For that, use products formulated especially to cleanse and nourish your face.
Don't use body wash on intimate areas either, since it can cause irritation and other conditions that need care.
- Be careful with sponges
Try washing your body using your hands to apply the body wash and gently massage your body while the active ingredients do their work.
If you use sponges or other tools, keep them very clean to prevent bacteria, fungi and mold that can harm your skin. Replace them at least once a month.
- Washing your body isn't the same as washing your hair
Washing your body calls for a specific product like body wash, while washing your hair calls for a shampoo and conditioner formulated for your hair type, with properties that nourish your hair with every wash.
Body washing with eva+avo
At eva+avo, we've created products formulated for every skin and hair type. The best part? They're free of parabens and sulfates, and cruelty-free.
Safe, sustainable products that draw on the properties of powerful ingredients like avocado and rosemary oil, so your skin feels nourished and hydrated with every use.
eva+avo body wash for washing your body
Our eva+avo Body Wash gives you everything you need to make washing your body a revitalizing, nourishing experience.
Avocado, rosemary oil, cacao, vitamins and other ingredients give the skin on your body all the benefits of nature. And remember, it's free of sulfates and parabens.
eva+avo Body Lotion
Body lotion is the perfect complement to washing your body. It's a product with a hydrating effect on your skin. Perfect for after the shower.
eva+avo Body Lotion is also free of sulfates and parabens. It gives your skin an extra touch of moisture, is formulated for every skin type and can be used every day.
Scented candles to set the mood while you bathe
Yes, at eva+avo we believe washing your body should be a relaxing, intimate experience. That's why we've created scented candles you can add to your self-care routine.
Our wild cacao + mystic herbs scented candle gives off a delicious, long-lasting fragrance, perfect for enjoying a relaxing, healthy bath.
As you can see, washing your body is essential for personal hygiene and for the health of the skin on your body. Discover more eva+avo products and start enjoying a more natural, sustainable experience with ingredients that leave your skin looking healthy and soft.
