Despite the rumors on social media, there’s no scientific evidence to suggest that temporarily stepping up your cleaning game is dangerous to your immune health.
Tag: hygiene
How Often Should You Wash Your Comfy Clothes?: Coronavirus Edition
Wearing only leggings, sweats and yoga pants these days? Here’s how often you should make sure to wash them.
How Often Should You Wash Your (Germ Magnet of a) Bath Towel?
You step out of the tub or shower feeling clean and fresh — but do you wipe away all that healthy hygiene with a dirty towel? A dermatologist offers 5 tips on fresh towel tactics.
The 4 Head Lice Facts That Every Parent Needs to Know
Before you lose your cool over lice, you should know there are many misconceptions about how lice spread and how they’re treated.
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The Surprising Places You’ll Find Germs – and How to Avoid Them
Germs are found in all kinds of places, and not all germs are bad. What are the germs to avoid and where do they hide?
Does Dry Shampoo Actually Keep Your Hair Clean?
Imagine never having to take the time to wash and dry your hair ever again. No, you wouldn’t have to shave your head – just switch to dry shampoo, a spray-in product that advertises some of the same benefits as the wet goop you slather over your head. These alcohol- or starch-based sprays claim to … Read More
How to Deal With Dirty Money and Hidden Credit Card Germs
Want to know how dirty money and credit cards are? A recent study finds 1 in 12 bank cards has fecal matter on it. Learn more of the disgusting details.
Top Hygiene Tips for Your Tween
Even if your tween is years away from the voice-cracking, hair-sprouting entry to adulthood, it’s not too early to talk about personal hygiene. Most kids develop body odor when they begin puberty (usually between ages 8 and 13 for girls and 9 and 14 for boys). Puberty is when physical transformation begins, including sexual maturing and … Read More
