Hygiene of Smell

Smelling good requires a simple discipline of keeping yourself clean with a shower or a bath. By merely showering once a day in the morning, one cannot ensure the cleanliness of the body. One needs to shower whenever he or she comes in contact with dust, pollution, perspiration and even lethargy. Wash your face regularly, 2 to 3 times a day to avoid closing your skin pores from dust, natural skin oil and bacterial infections. Once these pores get blocked, your skin collects the bacteria and oil, which results in pimples and redness on the skin. Thus, keep your skin revitalized by washing it with water (room temperature). You can always use a deodorant or an antiperspirant after a shower to smell better through the day.

Hygiene of Nails

Similarly to the hair, the nail is also made up of the protein keratin. The cells that are placed at the side and the base of the nails are responsible for the production of keratin. The hygiene of our nails is very important as the dirt and bacteria gets trapped under these nails and can enter our stomach through the consumption of food from our bare hands. Thus, preventing the growth of bacteria under our nails can help us in avoiding various infections and diseases. Sometimes the nails, specifically toenails become ingrown and grow across the sides of the skin. When this happens, the surrounding skin becomes red and irritable. To avoid such infections, trim your nails regularly and always keep them clean.

Hygiene of Ear

The ear is made up of the outer, middle and inner ear. The hygiene of ear is only considered with the outer ear as the ear canal is cleaned through the wax that is produced by the glands. The wax not only cleans the ear but protects it from dust that can affect the hearing of a person. The hygiene of the car can be taken caring of by cleaning the outer ear and behind the ear. Using cotton buds can damage the canal as they push the wax towards the canal and cause blockages and other ear infections. Removing excess earwax is a careful process and one should protect their eardrums will removing it. Use warm water into the ear to allow the wax to dissolve. That will make it easier to remove the wax from the ear. If you have regular excess of wax immerging from the ear, then allow a doctor to take care of the problem.

Makeup

We do makeup, naturally to look and feel more attractive and confident. It is a choice which brings us joy and fun and people usually try to experiment with different kinds of makeup products. But we forget that makeup products are made up of chemicals and some of them can give an allergic reaction to our skin. Also, when we put makeup on our skin, we cover the pores of the skin, which can deprive the skin of adequate oxygen. Thus, it is always recommended to wash your face with water or a cleanser after removing the makeup. If you plan on buying makeup products, ensure that these products are hypoallergenic, i.e. do not cause any irritation or allergy. If your skin gets irritated from the product, stop the use of the product immediately and avoid using makeup for a few days. If you plan on using makeup, then avoid sharing makeup with your friends, as this can lead to the spread of bacteria.

Eczema

Eczema or dermatitis occurs when the skin gets irritable, red and rash, specifically around the knees, arms and cheeks. If left untreated, eczema has a tendency to spread across the affected region. Eczema can also lead to swelling and development of blisters. Poor hygiene can be one of the factors that lead to Eczema and one should visit the dermatologist as soon as the symptoms of Eczema appear. Eczema can also occur due to frequent use of makeup, improper clothing, harmful chemical as well as reaction from plants. Regular cleaning of the affected area with water and a clinical soap is a part of this skin disorder. In most cases, a doctor will prescribe you an over the counter cream and in extreme cases, the dermatologist might recommend the consumption of antibiotics.

Skin Care

It is no secret that skin care has become a trillion dollar industry. But one does not need to spend a lot of money to take good care of your skin. By merely eating the right food and washing your face regularly (2 to 3 times a day with water) can revitalize your skin. Using a lot of soap makes the skin irritable and dry. This happens due to the fact that the soap removes the natural oil present on the skin. However, if a person has oily skin, frequent face washing can benefit him or her. Some of the following tips are recommended by dermatologists for a healthy and glowing skin: -
1. Avoid makeup and lotions as much as possible.
2. Use a certified SPF 15 or 25 sunscreen lotion, especially during the summer.
3. If you have pimples, gently wash your face and do not touch them with your fingers.
4. Wash your hands regularly
5. Try not to stress; stress makes your skin susceptible to irritation.

Hygiene of Hair

Similarly to the skin, the hair as well covers and provides protection to your body. The hair fragment is made up of several tubes called Keratin. Keratin is a protein which is produced by the body for its protection. Hair, as most of us know, is a dead issue and grows at the base or root of the skin, called follicles. Hair can be straight, curly or wavy, depending upon the hair follicle. It can also be dry or oily, depending upon the sebum that collects on the base of the skin, typically scalp. The sebum collects as a natural conditioner to make the hair shiny and healthy. Excess accumulation of sebum causes the hair to become oily. When sebum is naturally decreased, the hair seems to look dead and dry. Shampoos are a good means to control dry and oily hair. Keeping your scalp hair clean will ensure good hair smell and help you in avoiding future scalp related problems.