JAKARTA - Many people stay up late every night for various reasons, such as doing homework, watching movies, or hanging out with friends. However, the next morning, their routines continue, which may require a shower because they'll be doing activities outside the home.
So, is it okay to shower after staying up late? According to Maryland-based doctor and preventive health expert Yael Varnado, showering after staying up late isn't harmful.
Showering in the morning, even if you've just stayed up late, is a good thing to do because it can help refresh the body. Showering allows more oxygen to enter the body, which increases the heart rate and helps focus.
"Your hyperventilation causes more oxygen to enter the body, and thus starts to increase your heart rate," said Yael Varnado, as quoted by Today, on Monday, August 4, 2025.
However, there are several things to consider when showering after staying up late, from the water temperature to the duration of the shower. Here are some tips for safely showering after staying up late.
1. Use warm water
It's best to use warm water to shower in the morning after staying up late. Warm water helps the body adapt to temperature changes and helps restore freshness, without the body having to deal with drastic temperature changes.
2. Pay attention to the duration of your shower
The duration of your shower is also important. Taking too long a shower, especially after staying up late, can cause fatigue. So, limit your shower time to no more than 15 minutes.
3. Do some light stretching
Staying up late often causes muscle tension. Therefore, after showering, it's recommended to do some light stretching to relieve muscle tension and improve blood circulation.
While showering after staying up late is acceptable, this doesn't mean you can stay up late every day. Keep in mind that staying up late causes sleep deprivation, which can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
So, the real danger isn't showering after staying up late, but rather the lack of sleep itself. Therefore, it's important for everyone to manage their sleep schedule well, ensuring sufficient duration and quality.
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