by If you are in a hurry to get out of the door in the morning, it is tempting to jump into the shower and give yourself a short rinse under the jets.
But germs are on almost every surface, including the human body, and if you do not make sure to wash every corner and winne properly, you can be exposed to irritation or infection.
“There are some very common places where people do not wash their legs and armpits as often as the skin on their scalp,” says Dr. Sweta Rai, the dermatologist with Docify. “Wherever you do not wash yourself, you will experience a structure of skin cells that attract mistakes that can cause irritation.”
It continues: “This can lead to yeast, mushroom or even bacterial infections. Over time, a longer irritation can also damage the skin barrier, and as soon as this collapses, increase the risk of insecting into the skin and cause chronic wounds or ulcers.”
If you ask yourself which places you may be missing in your daily laundry, you have to pay attention to the following – and how you can clean you correctly.
1. Your Conchal shells (ears)
Wherever there is a kink or wrinkle in the skin, there is a higher risk of catching oils and dirt, and this applies in particular to their sensitive ears.
“Although we do not really recommend washing deep in the ear, the outer parts – especially the small cup of the ear, can collect a lot of oil, dirt, hair products and pollution,” says Dr. Rai.
A structure of skin waste in this area can sometimes lead to an inflammatory skin disease known as acoustic dermatitis that can cause redness, itching and symptoms if they are not treated.
“Gentle cleaning with a cotton bud that dipped in micellar water works well, but avoid pressing everything into the ear canal,” she warns.
“Micellar Water helps oils and daily structure, which is particularly useful when you live in a dirty city like London. Just remember not to scrub too hard because you want to protect the skin barrier while removing surface remains.”
2. The skin under your breasts
We were all there: you just completed a sweaty training course and in the end jump directly into your work emails instead of taking a shower immediately. However, experts warn that sitting in dirty gym kit can leave the chest area particularly susceptible to skin problems for too long.
“If you are heavy breast, the area under the breasts is particularly susceptible to sweat, as is the skin under sports bras,” says Dr. Rai. “Many people train and then stay in a damp kit, which can create the perfect conditions for bacteria or fungi.
“That is why it is important to wash after training under the breasts and the groin area and also between the toes.”
If you cannot take a shower immediately, the moisture can also reduce and limit bacterial growth.
3 .. The area between your toes
It is estimated that between 10,000 and one million bacteria live on your skin, and this can be even higher in damp areas, as is between your toes, which is the perfect conditions for species to multiply.
“Some people find it difficult to reach their feet so that they do not really wash between their toes, which can worsen existing problems,” notes Dr. Rai.
The athlete’s mushroom can infect every part of the foot, but mostly grows between the toes. This irritating skin disease is not triggered exclusively by washing your feet, but not keeping the area clean and dry, increases your risk, especially if you catch moisture in thick socks and restrictive shoes.
“When it comes to shower products, I recommend choosing an oil -based laundry, as they not only clean gently, but also help to moisten the skin,” she adds.
“Your lipophilic skin barrier needs oil to keep moisture and stay healthy. This laundry can lock up water into the skin and stick it and keep it hydrated,” she continues, adding: “Simply make sure that you dry thoroughly between your toes to avoid bacterial accumulation.”
After you have washed your feet, it is always a good idea to dry thoroughly between your toes, says Dr. Rai. (Getty Images)
4. The perianal area
How often do you actually spend time cleaning yourself in your butt? For many of us it is a simple place to overlook.
“Many people do not wash regularly in the perianal area – that is, the area around the anus,” clarifies Dr. Rai. “These parts are often overlooked, although women tend to wash the vaginal area with special female products.”
It continues: “Columns like the groin area are warm, moist areas – perfect conditions for yeast or mushroom growth. Residues that have gone after the toilet can also cause chemical irritation, which can lead to a genital eczema from the dribble of urine or contact with chees.”
A gentle laundry with mild soap or a special intimate cleaning agent, followed by thorough drying, is usually sufficient to keep this sensitive area clean.
And while many skin problems educate with proper hygiene practices, Dr. Rai that there are some important signs that you may want to speak to a dermatologist to get further advice.
“If you notice itching, irritation, redness, crusts, discharge or stains in your intimate areas, buttocks or between your toes, this could be a sign of infection,” she emphasizes. “Changes in the nail color or texture can also display a fungal infection on the feet.
“Each of these symptoms mean that it is worth looking for a dermatologist or the advice of a family doctor,” she adds, “because you can properly evaluate and treat the problem with topical treatments or antibiotics.”
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