Personal Hygiene: 5 Tips for Better Personal Care

From a young age, the importance of personal hygiene is instilled in us by our parents. Even if we are not explained why, we are taught to brush our teeth every day, take regular showers and mind our appearance. The fact of the matter is that good personal hygiene is crucial for both your physical and mental health. Neglecting your personal hygiene not only results in disease-causing germs accumulating on your body, but it will also negatively affect your self-esteem. Here are a few crucial tips to stay on top of your personal hygiene.

Wash your hands often

Regardless of whether there is a global pandemic, washing your hands frequently is paramount. It prevents the spread of bacteria and viruses and protects both you and other people around you. Make sure you know how to wash your hands properly: use soap and thoroughly clean both sides of your hands, between your fingers, and underneath your fingernails. Don’t forget to dry your hands afterward as touching anything with wet hands will ruin all your efforts since bacteria will stick to them more easily.

Keep your body clean

The next personal hygiene tip to live by is washing your body. It both helps remove bacteria and dead skin cells and keeps body odor at bay. The ideal frequency of taking a bath or shower will vary, though. While you should certainly clean your body if you’re sweaty –after work or exercise– to prevent irritation, keep in mind that showering too frequently can dry out your skin and thus remove its protective barrier, which is not a desirable scenario either. As for your hair, it’s even trickier to give exact advice. Wash it at intervals that are suitable to your hair type and steer clear of over washing since, again, this will strip it of its natural oils.

Makeup considerations

Many of us use makeup on a daily basis but fail to consider the risks that can come from ignoring the hygiene concerns. Products you use every day can easily accumulate bacteria which you then transfer to your face. Eye makeup products are a special concern. Clean your makeup brushes on a weekly basis and wipe or sharpen your pencils to remove bacteria. Wash your hands before applying makeup with your fingers or don’t use your fingers at all. Throw away old and expired products. In addition, refrain from sharing your makeup products with other people to minimize the risk of infection.

Take care of your oral hygiene

Naturally, your personal hygiene also includes oral hygiene. Brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing every day, and switching your toothbrush at regular intervals are all paramount. You might also want to visit a dentist or dental hygienist at least once every six months. Don’t skip your dental checkups because of financial concerns because you may end up with much more expensive issues down the line. Instead, look into insurance that will cover a good chunk of your dental bills. For instance, if you are a Bupa member, you will be able to frequent Bupa dental providers without worrying about your budget.

Mind your clothes

When talking about personal hygiene, there are a few things to keep in mind regarding clothes, too. Naturally, for a clean, put-together appearance, your clothes must be clean, too. Do laundry frequently and always wear clean clothes. Change your socks often to manage odor-causing bacteria. You should also mind the material your clothes are made of – especially your underwear and socks. Go for breathable materials like cotton so that bacteria don’t multiply due to a lack of ventilation.

 

Maintaining your personal hygiene might seem like a lot of work. However, it all boils down to having a solid routine that will keep you on track. Create a good morning and bedtime routine and don’t neglect any aspect of your personal hygiene for a healthy and fulfilled life. 



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