Comfort, Routine, and… Relaxation
3. A Strange Little Comfort
For some people, the shower is one of the few places they feel truly relaxed – warm water, no phone, no rush. It’s no surprise that the body sometimes “lets go” there.
The combination of warm water and privacy can make it easier to urinate, especially for people who:
- Feel shy or anxious about public bathrooms.
- Have trouble relaxing enough to pee when they’re stressed.
- Have a strong urge as soon as they step into warm water.
As long as you’re rinsing properly and you’re not sharing the shower immediately with someone who hates the idea, it’s more a question of preference than morality.
Potential Health “Benefits” – and What’s Just Myth
4. Natural Antiseptic – Sort Of
You’ve probably heard the old claim: “Just pee on it, urine is sterile.” Reality check:
- Urine can contain urea and small amounts of other compounds with mild antiseptic effects.
- But using urine on cuts, wounds, or infections is not recommended as a medical treatment.
- If you have an open wound, you’re better off with real disinfectant and proper medical care.
So yes, there’s a tiny bit of science behind the “antiseptic” idea – but it’s not a free pass to use urine as DIY medicine.
5. Skin Benefits and Athlete’s Foot Claims
Some people swear that peeing in the shower helps with athlete’s foot or other skin issues. Why?
- Urea (found in urine) is also used in real skincare products to soften skin.
- But those products are carefully formulated and much more controlled than body waste.
A bit of reality:
- Using urine directly on the skin is not proven to cure fungal infections.
- For athlete’s foot, proper antifungal creams and keeping your feet dry are the smart move.
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