Loofahs, washcloths, and scrubbers are only great if you’re taking proper care of them.
Here’s what to know about hygienic shower tools.
The only hygienic way around this?
Ditch these tools and use your hands, instead.
She explains that theyre always with you (an obvious bonus!)
and aremucheasier to clean than any other tool.
board-certified dermatologist atMedical Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgeryin New York
Plus, theyre super gentle on your skin.
The next-best hygienic shower tool?
A bar of soap.
For some extra cleaning options, you could also look into adetachable shower head.
(And for a mood boost, explorecold shower benefit.)
Thats because the germs and bacteria that these tools lift off us hang around and can multiply.
Bacteria only need three things to grow,saysmicrobiologistJason Tetro.
So you better see to it youre cleaning them after about a week.
When it comes to tools that are easy to keep clean, Dr. Garshicks favorite option is a washcloth.
board-certified dermatologist atMedical Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgeryin New York
Consider a quick-drying option likeCoyuchi Air Weight Washcloth($8).
Leave it submerged for one to three minutes to kill those germs.
And dont forget that all bathroom textilesfrom your towels to yourbath pillowneed regular washing to stay fresh and clean.
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