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Proper Hygiene Practices

Proper hygiene practice is an important aspect of self-care. Although techniques are basic, there are still many people who do not practice proper personal hygiene.

  1. Importance

    • Personal hygiene practices can affect many aspects of your life including opportunities to date, health issues and how others perceive and treat you. With this in mind, good hygiene practices are necessary.

    Features

    • Showering or bathing once a day is important as this practice helps to get rid of dead skin and bacteria which may cause body odor. Brushing the teeth at least twice a day is recommended. Regular brushing will help to preserve your teeth and keep your breath smelling fresh. Washing your hands with soap and water before meals and after using the bathroom is important to stave off disease and infection. Dermatologists recommend washing the hair regularly to get rid of excess dirt and oil build up but no more than two or three times a week. Washing clothes regularly will keep them clean and fresh. Establishing a fixed bedtime and awakening time will help bring balance to your day.

    Considerations

    • Proper hygiene is something that takes time and commitment. If you want to develop a balanced set of proper hygiene practices, evaluate where you are lacking and develop a plan to implement those practices.

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