Personal Hygiene

Jaymie McAllister

University of South Florida

College of Nursing

Fall 2013

The Importance of Personal Hygiene

Look good!

Smell good!

Feel good!

Showering & Bathing

Showering & BathingShower every day!

Use a mild soap on the body

Make sure to wash under the arms

For private areas, wash the area quickly with water and a small about of soap, make sure to rinse soap off completely!

Beware of bubble baths, they can cause infection!

Hair Care

Hair Care

Find a routine that suits your type of hair

Dry hair should be washed less frequently

Oily hair may need to be washed more often

Regular shampooing and conditioning helps fight dandruff and keeps hair looking healthy.

Styling helps to keep hair neat and looking fresh!

Body Odor

Image of a sweat gland within the skin

Body Odor

The body has over 3 million sweat glands

Bacteria thrives in areas that sweat, such as the armpits, groin and feet, and play a role in body odors

Regular bathing and deodorant helps to stop body odor before it starts.

Skin Care

Skin Care

Nearly 80% of teens have acne

Acne is caused by oils and bacteria trapped in your pores

Human skin has about one trillion bacteria living on it!

Acne can range from mild to severe

Skin Care

Mild Acne Moderate Acne Severe Acne

Skin Care

Create a daily routine

Face wash and oil free moisturizer with benzoyl peroxide

Do not wash your face more than necessary

Don’t pick at your skin or squeeze pimples!

Wash pillow cases and clothing frequently

Consult a doctor for severe acne

Skin Care

Protecting you skin from the sun is very important

Using at least an SPF 15 sunscreen everyday is necessary because of the Florida sun

Skin cancer can affect people of all skin colors

Prevention is key!

Skin Care- Know your ABCD’s!

Cleaning Your Ears

Cleaning Your Ears

Ear wax maintains ear health

Jaw movements actually loosen wax and push it out

DO NOT insert QTIPS into the ear canal

Clean the outside of the ears with a piece of damp cotton

Oral Hygiene

Oral HygieneBrush and floss your teeth at least twice a day!

Brush for at least 2 minutes each time

Brush in the morning, after meals and before bed.

Try to see a dentist for a cleaning twice a year if possible

Nearly 84% of teenagers age 17, have experienced some degree of tooth decay, that is why visiting the dentist is important for prevention.

Brushing keeps your teeth clean and helps to prevent bad breath and tooth decay

Hand Washing

Hand Washing

Your hands have millions of germs on them

These germs and viruses can spread disease to yourself and others

Hand washing is first line of defense to prevent the spread of illness

Many of the things you touch every day are covered in more bacteria than you think

Hand Washing

1.Money

2. Light Switches

3. Computer Keyboards

4. Cellphones

5. Toliets

6. TV Remotes

7. Shopping Carts

8. Faucets

9. Door Knobs

10. Sponges

The 10 dirtiest things you touch every day

Hand Washing

When to wash your hands

After using the bathroom

After touching money

After sneezing, coughing or blowing your nose

Before and after you eat

After being around someone who is sick

After outdoor activities

Hand Washing

Areas frequently missed during hand washing

Any Questions??

References

http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/take_care/hygiene_basics.html#

http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/oral-care/products/oral-hygiene1.htm

http://everydaylife.globalpost.com/teen-hygiene-affect-lives-13683.html

http://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/hygiene/

http://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/teen-hygiene

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/173478.php

http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/576458/sweat-gland

http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/take_care/skin_tips.html#

http://www.textbookofbacteriology.net/normalflora_3.html

http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/skin_stuff/handwashing.html#

http://www.ranker.com/list/top-10-dirtiest-things-you-touch-every-day/joanne?page=3