Hot shower to wake up

At 38 ° C, suddenly accelerating the blood circulation , the hot shower boosts the body. This is why it is not recommended in the evening before going to bed (the bath no more besides!). Another advantage is that heat releases muscle contractions . Be careful, however, not to prolong this moment of pleasure and relaxation for more than ten minutes and not to push too high the temperature, because the heat also causes a dilation of the veins and this eventually slow down the blood circulation.

Warm shower to relax

At 36 or 37 ° C, the water you perceive as "warm" is at the same temperature as your body. Nothing like a warm shower to let it rest : muscles and blood circulation continue to function normally, without effort or aggression. The power of the jet? Sweet or normal ... and embellished with some scents of lavender, vanilla or orange.

Cold shower for toning

Between 25 and 30 ° C, the cold shower stimulates the body and tones the skin in only two minutes. By causing minicontractures , the low temperature acts on the muscle fibers while activating the blood circulation . On the chest, for example, it tones at the same time as it acts on the cardio-respiratory system . And if you end up with a powerful throw from the ankles to the chest, the massage will optimize the effects. The must to accompany all this: a perfume of rosewood, mint or lemon.

Little extra to really enjoy the shower

- As in thalasso: a shower head that diffuses a light mist rich in negative ions. Slide the pellets into the Supraplancton and the maritime pine, and your daily care will also bring you trace elements and mineral salts ... using up to 3 times less water than a conventional shower. Pommeau Aqua-Energizer , about 50 euros, Daniel Jouvance.

- Waterproof bathroom radio: no question of missing your favorite radio show but not want to risk electrocution? Crackle for a discreet shower radio , waterproof and easily sucked on the wall or hooked to the tap. Different models and colors, from 15 to 20 euros approx., Addex Design.

Thanks to Dr. Léger , general practitioner specializing in hydrotherapy in Cambo-les-Bains.