Lots of couples shower together for various reasons, from having to get out the door in a hurry or for more intimate, steamy experiences. In either case, showering together has lots of benefits for your relationship and well-being like building intimacy, relieving stress, and shaking up your usual routine. In this article, we’ll show you all the great things about showering together, plus give you tips on how to do it comfortably whether you’re getting ready for the day or trying to spice up your love life.

Why should couples take showers together?
Showering together builds sensual, s@xual, and emotional intimacy. It’s a chance to try something new and get to know each other’s bodies and quirks better.
It relieves stress and anxiety while promoting muscle relaxation. The heat and physical touch also release oxytocin, the “feel-good” or “love” hormone.
Showering together can also save time and water, especially if you’re both in a rush to get ready.
Having s@x in the shower is a great way to spice up your love life and shake up stagnant routines.

Better sensual and physical intimacy
According to s@x and intimacy coach Shelby Devlin, MA, “Just being naked together in general—taking a bath together, taking a shower together, giving each other massages—those are all ways we can intimately connect and focus on calming the body, connecting with another’s body, and connecting with your own body…It’s a great way to connect with your partner and take the pressure off of s@xual interaction, but it’s still something deeply intimate and sensual.”[1]
Sensual or physical intimacy doesn’t have to include s@x (but it certainly can). It also encompasses all non-s@xual physical touch like cuddling, hugging, massaging, and kissing.[2]