Body Odor
How often should we take a shower?
Every day!
What do you wash your hair with?
Shampoo and conditioner! The shampoo cleans your hair, and the conditioner keeps your hair hydrated and soft
How often should you wash your face with soap?
Try to wash your face in the morning and at night when you shower! Use a cleanser and a moisturizer if your face gets extra dry.
True or false: You should wash your hands every time you use the restroom, cough, sneeze, or handle food.
True! Doing this prevents germs from spreading to others
How many times a day should you floss your teeth?
Once a day
How often should we apply deodorant?
Every day! If you get extra sweaty, re-applying during the day. You can carry some in your backpack in case you need to re-apply or if you forget to apply in the morning!
How often should you wash your hair?
It depends on your hair type! If your hair gets oily quick, you may need to wash it every day. Otherwise, you may only need to wash it every other day!
True or false: Acne only shows up when we don't keep our faces clean
False! Acne can happen to anyone even with good face hygiene. It happens to almost everyone and is nothing to be ashamed of! You can talk to a doctor or adult if it is lowering your confidence.
How long should you wash your hands?
At least 20 seconds with warm water! Singing the happy birthday song twice is about the right time.
How often should you brush your teeth?
Two times a day for at least two minutes each time! Make sure to brush them in the morning before school and at night before bed. If you have braces, you may need to brush more often.
True or false: Putting on perfume or cologne is just as good as taking a shower
False! Perfume and cologne does not clean the body of oils, dirt, and germs. It is important to take a good shower to get clean!
True or false: Washing your hair every day is bad for you.
False! You can wash your hair every day if you need and/or want to.
A clean _____ on your bed at night can help prevent acne
Pillow case! They collect oils from your face over time, so changing the case out regularly is important to help prevent acne!
Where is the best place to sneeze into?
Your sleeve/elbow, a Kleenex, or your hand if you need to. Make sure you wash your hands no matter what after!
True or false: Brushing your tongue when you brush your teeth can help get rid of bad breath
True!
I took a shower this morning but then played basketball for a few hours outside and went for a hike. Should I shower again before going to dinner with my friends?
Yes! Showering after being physically active and sweating is a good idea to make sure you are clean and not smelly!
Can you have bad smelling hair if you do not wash it enough?
Yes! The oil and sweat in your scalp can cause stinky hair if we don't wash it enough!
What should you put on your skin before going outside?
Put on sunscreen everyday! Even if it is cloudy, you can still get burned! You can also wear a hat and cover up. If you get burned too much, it puts you at much higher risk for skin cancer when you are older.
A dollar bill!
Why do we brush our teeth?
To keep your teeth healthy! Not taking care of your teeth can lead to cavities
Why do we sweat?
To cool down our body! We usually sweat when we exercise, when it's hot outside, when we're stressed, or even when we're sick!
Excess grease and D_____F can result from poor hair hygiene
Dandruff! This can occur when the scalp skin is irritated and oily or dry. It may be itchy. Some people are more prone than others, but if you notice it, talk to your parents or someone you trust!
What should you do if you get a pimple?
Try not to pick at it or pop it! While it may be hard not to, not messing with it can avoid scarring later on.
Germs left on your body but not washing your hands can cause _____.
Illness or disease
Germs are killed by this liquid that you swish in your mouth when you brush your teeth
Mouthwash!