Luxe Bath Gels That Will Make You Want To Shower In The Morning
To shower or not to shower? That shouldn't be a question.
By Gordon Ng,
Recently, there’s been a lot of debate on social media among Singaporeans about whether showering in the morning should be the norm. While we’re all for listening and not judging, the reality is: the days are warmer than ever – in fact, hotter – and it’s making us rethink our coping mechanisms. Enter: shower gels.
One simple yet life-changing shift has been upgrading the humble, everyday shower gel. We’re talking about stepping up from the typical drugstore options to something more luxurious, more aspirational. Now, this isn’t a knock on drugstore products – they’re fantastic, and certainly effective. But here’s the thing: there’s a new kind of joy to be found when you splurge just a little on a shower product that transforms your daily routine into something to look forward to.
These upgraded options offer a broader range of scents, from fresh to floral, citrus to woody, alongside textures that vary from lightweight and hydrating to rich and creamy. These are the kinds of products that elevate the starts and ends of your day – think of it as a self-love upgrade for your routine.
Rhubarb is emerging as a real fragrance winner for sunny weather. The sweet-sour, fruity zing is as refreshing as it is enveloping, and this shower gel layers notes of grapefruit, blackcurrant and mask, in addition to the two in the name. Result: fun, fresh way to start the day.
This under-the-radar spa brand is an easy go-to for sensuous, relaxing scents. The Eastern Orchard line features yuzu and neroli essential oils, coupled with rice bran (rich in Vitamin E!), grapeseed and argan oil for a naturally emollient and moisturising experience.
An edit of aspirational bathroom products would not be complete without the brand that practically defined apothecary-chic style. This body cleanser imparts an energising sense of cleanliness without being drying – a benefit of its gentle low-foam formula.
Drunk Elephant recently launched its debut foray into hair and body care, and we’re happy to report back that it’s pretty great. This gentle, milky cleanser works for all but the most sensitive skins, and smells like comforting sweet almonds.
If you’re feeling a little nostalgic scent-wise, it’s hard to go wrong with the invigorating lemon, petitgrain and ginseng blend of good old Eau Dynamisante. It’s a little softer and more inviting in this version compared to the spray, but imparts just as strong a sense of well-being and energy.
This shower gel captures perfectly the sense of Hermes’ line of colognes: simple, effervescent, and centered on high-quality ingredients. Here, it’s the meeting of bittersweet grapefruits and plush roses. All in all, a bright and cheery scent that almost sparkles.
Santa Maria Novella may be famous for its old-world scents and its romantic history Dominican friars, but there’s a treasure to be found in its straightforward, musk-scented body wash. It’s got a lower profile, and the subtle sweetness smells quite simply like your skin but better.