Hygienic ( Part 1 )

How to be Hygienic? ( Part 1 )

Managing your personal hygiene is important not only to look and smell your best on a daily basis, but also to prevent the onset and spread of infectious diseases. Taking the proper precautions can help you avoid getting sick and passing illnesses on to those around you. Read this article to learn how to manage personal hygiene to both improve your overall appearance and ward off infections.

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1)      Shower daily. This is the best way to get rid of any dirt, sweat, and/or germs that your body  may have accumulated throughout the day, and prevents hygiene-related diseases. As a plus, showering daily helps you feel, look, and smell your best throughout the day. Use a loofah, or hand towel to gently scrub your entire body, removing dead skin cells and dirt. Remember to replace these items regularly as they can easily harbour bacteria. If you don't want to wash your hair every day, then invest in a shower cap and wash your body with soap and water. If you don't have time to shower, then use a hand towel to rinse your face and underarms at the end of the day.

2)      Choose a daily face cleanser. Remember that the skin on your face is more sensitive than the other part of your body. You can either use your face cleanser in the shower or wash your face separately at the sink. Take your skin type into account when choosing a face cleaner. If you have a dry skin, avoid products that has high alcohol content, as they will further dry out your skin. If you have very sensitive skin, opt for hypo-allergenic products that contains less harsh chemicals. If you wear a lot of makeup, find a cleanser that also specializes in removing makeup. Otherwise, buy a separate makeup remover and remove all makeup before washing your face at the end of the day.

3)      Brush your teeth every morning and evening. Regular tooth-brushing helps prevent gum disease, which has been linked to other illness elsewhere in the body like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. It is important to brush teeth after eating sweets or acidic foods that causes tooth erosion. To keep your gums extra strong, carry around a travel sized toothbrush and toothpaste and floss your teeth between meals.

4)      Wear deodorant. Antiperspirant helps control excessive sweat, while deodorant covers up unpleasant body odour caused by sweat. Consider using a natural, aluminium-free deodorant to reduce potential health risks associated with conventional deodorants. If you choose not to wear deodorant on a daily basis, then consider wearing it on the days when you plan on sweating excessively, or for special occasions. Apply deodorant before playing sports, going to the gym, or attending a formal occasion. If you don't wear deodorant, then rinse your underarms with soap and water throughout the day to remove unpleasant odour.

5)      Wash your clothes after wearing them. In general, shirts should be washed after every use, while pants and shorts can be worn a few times before they require washing. Use your best judgment to determine how often to wash your clothes. Remove any stains from your clothing before wearing them. Iron out wrinkles, and use a lint-remover to remove unwanted lint and hair from clothing.

6)      Trim your hair every 4-8 weeks. Whether you're trying to grow your hair out or prefer to keep it short, trimming it will keep hair healthy, get rid of split ends, and give an overall cleaner, healthier appearance.

7)      Clip your fingernails and toenails regularly. Not only will this keep your hands and feet looking their best, it will prevent hangnails, breakage, and other potential damage to your nails. Short nails can't trap dirt under them the way long nails do. How often you clip your fingernails will depend on your personal desired length. To decide, take into account what you use your hands for on a daily basis. If you spend a lot of time typing on a computer or playing the piano, for example, short nails are probably the best option for you. If you prefer longer nails, that's fine too, but be sure to trim them every so often to prevent breakage. Use an orange stick to remove dirt from underneath the fingernails to prevent bacterial infections.

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