3. Neglecting foot care
Feet spend hours in socks and closed shoes, trapping sweat, dead cells, and microbes. This leads to odor, itching, and thick patches of skin.
How to care for your feet
- Wash them daily with warm water and mild soap, including between toes.
- Dry thoroughly, especially between the toes.
- Exfoliate weekly with a pumice stone or soft file.
- Use antifungal powder if you wear closed shoes often.
- Change socks daily and choose breathable materials.
4. Flushing the toilet with the lid open
Flushing with the lid up releases a fine mist of droplets containing bacteria and waste. These particles can land on towels, toothbrushes, soap bars, and surfaces.
- A tiny habit that makes a big difference
- Close the lid before flushing.
- Keep your toothbrush far from the toilet or in a covered case.
5. Wearing the same underwear to bed
Even on calm days, underwear collects sweat, natural discharge, traces of urine, and dead cells. Sleeping in the same pair creates warmth and humidity — ideal conditions for irritation and odor.
- Change into fresh underwear before bed.
- Choose breathable fabrics like cotton.
- If you’re comfortable, occasionally sleep in a loose nightgown without underwear to let the area breathe.
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