01/24/2026
Ever heard of “dark showering”? 🚿🌙 It’s exactly what it sounds like: taking your evening shower with the lights off or very dim to help your body and brain wind down before bed. Bright bathroom lights can signal alertness, while a darker, calmer environment may support your natural rhythm. Combined with the relaxing effect of warm water, a dark shower can feel like a gentle reset after a long day, especially if your mind tends to stay busy at night.
By lowering light exposure and stimulation, this simple habit may help ease the transition from day to night and make it easier to relax before bedtime. Learn more about whether dark showering can actually help you sleep, plus tips for trying it safely in this Everyday Health article.
Taking a dark shower could be key to better sleep. Learn more about the evidence behind this pre-bedtime home practice.