A welcoming, well-stocked bathroom can make all the difference at the start of a busy day and can be transformed into a sensual haven to help you unwind at the end of it.

The skin is the body’s largest organ and forms a protective barrier against bacteria and other invaders. The skin continually sheds and renews itself, the skin has a lot to cope with and it deserves special attention.

Scrubbing our skin removes the dead skin cells and stimulates blood supply, leaving the skin silky and smooth. So keeping your bathroom and yourself clean is vital for the overall health of the skin and body.

Sponges and Face clothes

These come in handy for lathering soaps and gels on your skin and also dislodging dirt and grime from your body. Wash your facecloth regularly, and allow it to dry between uses. Natural sponges are a more expensive but long-lasting alternative. Squeeze out afterwards in warm clear water and allow to dry naturally.

Pumice Stone

Pumice Stones are made from very porous volcanic rock, and work best if you lather it up with soap before rubbing at hardened areas of skin in a circular motion. Make sure you do not rub too fiercely or you will make the skin sore. Little and often is the best method.

Loofah or back brush

Using a loofah as an exfoliator makes it easier to get to those hard to reach areas such as the back. You will need to rinse and drain them thoroughly after each use to prevent them going black and mouldy. Do not rinse them with vinegar and lemon juice as this can be too harsh for these once-living things. Loofahs are actually the pod of an Egyptian plant and need a lot of care if you want them to last.

Back brushes are also useful for areas of skin that are hard to reach, and are easier to care for. To take care of these you just need to simply rinse them in cool water after use and leave them to dry.

Soaps and Cleansing bars

These are a cheap but effective way of cleansing your body. If you find them too drying, choose ones that contain moisturizing ingredients to minimize these effects. Most people can use ordinary soaps and cleanser without any problem. But if you have dry skin then it would be best not to use these.