Some of you may have heard the saying,

“Horses sweat, men perspire and ladies glow”

…but let’s be real, as humans, we all sweat and may have body odour. Keeping ourselves clean and smelling sweet is a sign of respect not only for us but for others.

The importance of personal hygiene is something nobody really talks about, so let’s start with the basics:

• Shower/bathe or wash every day – it may seem like common sense, but not something everybody does.
• Our hair can also give off odours – an alternative to washing your hair every day is dry shampoo.
• Don’t forget to apply deodorant before leaving the house – if you are someone who tends to sweat profusely then re-apply, re-apply, re-apply!
• Let’s talk sweaty feet. A quick wash doesn’t always do it, spend a little extra time in the shower giving your feet a good scrub to stave away foot fungus and any nasty odours.
• For persistent sweaty feet try a foot deodorant – placing fresh teabags or dryer sheets in your shoes and runners help absorb any odours.
• Not all bad odours come from sweat – don’t forget mouth hygiene.

Keeping your mouth fresh and clean:

• Brush your teeth a minimum of twice a day- morning and night.
• However, food odour can be pungent and linger. Don’t forget to keep something to freshen up your breath at work, school or when you’re out and about.
• Oral hygiene is not just about your teeth. Don’t forget to brush your tongue and use mouthwash to clean any lingering germs.
• Flossing! A must- every day.
• Remember, odours linger. Hence, the importance of keeping our clothes clean and fresh.

A thought to ponder. Are you nose blind?

Noun; The gradual acclimation to the smells of one’s home, car, or belongings, in which the affected does not notice them, but your guests do!

Tip: If you think you might be nose blind, it may be worth asking a trusted family member or friend for their honest opinion.