30+ Common Hygiene Habits That Are Actually Not Good for Us

There are some things that you do every day to make sure that you're clean and hygienic. However, if you want to make sure that you're getting as clean as possible, you may want to take a second look at some of your hygiene habits. There are some that may be doing more harm than good!

Fabric towels have become popular for good reason. Not having to replace them every time that you use them is a great benefit for multiple reasons. However, it's easy to leave a towel hanging and forget to replace it. After a while, it just isn't as hygienic as when you first pulled it out of the linen closet. Especially if you dry off after a shower with them, that moisture can attract bacteria. Hang them to dry and wash them every few uses.

When you get out of the shower, the first thing that you probably do is dry yourself off before you get dressed. If you're in a hurry, you might just dry off "enough." Despite how convenient this might seem, you'll want to take the time to dry yourself thoroughly before getting dressed. It follows a pretty good rule of thumb: if you trap moisture, there's a higher chance that you'll invite bacteria, fungi, and more.

When you hop in the shower, you might have more than just your towel habit working against you. The way you shampoo can make a difference, too. In fact, it's about how often you shampoo. Yet, you don't want to over-wash your hair either. It's a great idea to do some research on the needs of your hair type to find the balance that works for you.

This seems like it should go without saying but it's actually a more common hygiene mistake than you might think. After all, none of us are infallible. Still, if you aren't making sure you wash your whole person in the shower, you aren't getting as clean as you possibly can. That means you should make sure to take your soapy washcloth to your hands, feet, and every other part of your body when you shower.