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Shower Products C H O S E N F RO M M O R E T H A N 5 0 C O N T E STA N T S, T H E S E S I X W I N N E R S S H AV E D T I M E O F F O U R G E T- R E A DY RO U T I N E S, L E F T O U R S K I N S O F T E R , A N D M A D E U S F E E L A L I T T L E PA M P E R E D E V E RY D AY. By Lisa D eSantis
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Dove Anti-Stress Micellar Water Beauty Bar This dermatologistrecommended face and body cleanser now contains micelles (molecules that draw out dirt and oil) for a deep yet gentle clean. TO BUY: $3.50 for 2; at drugstores.
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Nivea Vanilla Caramel Foaming Silk Mousse Body Wash This whipped formula is laced with silk extract, smells like dessert, and doubles as a luxurious shaving cream. TO BUY: $6; at drugstores.
Curél Hydra Therapy Wet Skin Moisturizer The secret to baby-soft skin: Apply lotion to damp skin. Keep this in the shower and smooth it on right after turning off the faucet. TO BUY: $11 for 12 oz.; at drugstores.
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Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Shower Steamers in Sleep When you don’t have time to take a bath to unwind, grab one of these essential oil–packed pods to fake the feeling. Place the quarter-size tablet on the shower floor. As it dissolves in the water, its calming lavender and cedarwood formula transforms your shower into a steamy, tranquil oasis so you can shake off a stressful day. TO BUY: $14.50 for 6; bathandbodyworks.com.
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Spongellé Papaya Yuzu Wild Flower This time-released body wash–infused buffer saves precious shower space and effectively exfoliates dry spots. Lasts for 14-plus uses. TO BUY: $14; spongelle.com.
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Frank Body Express-O Coffee Scrub This no-mess scrub is designed to stick to skin, not fall onto the floor. The finely ground beans boost circulation. TO BUY: $20; frankbody.com.
