By Namita S Kalla | January 08, 2025

Are you making these 10 hygiene mistakes? Here’s how to fix it

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Excessive use of antibacterial soaps or sanitisers disrupts your skin’s microbiome, leading to irritation and resistant bacteria

Overusing anti-bacterial products

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Reusing damp towels harbours bacteria and odours. Wash towels after 3–4 uses and ensure proper drying to keep them clean and fresh

Using towels for too long

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Old toothbrushes lose effectiveness and collect bacteria. Replace every 3–4 months or immediately after illness to ensure optimal oral hygiene

Not replacing your toothbrush 

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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 Unclean nails trap germs that spread through touch or food. Trim nails weekly and clean underneath to maintain cleanliness and prevent infections

Neglecting nail hygiene

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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 Outdoor shoes track dirt, bacteria, and allergens inside. Switch to indoor-only footwear or regularly clean floors to minimize contaminants at home

Wearing shoes indoors

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Sharing razors, towels, or makeup risks infections like staph or pink eye. Avoid sharing personal items to maintain hygiene and protect health

Sharing personal items

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Failing to wash grains, fruits and vegetables leaves pesticides and bacteria. Rinse under running water, scrubbing firm produce to ensure it’s safe to eat

Improperly washing fruits, grains

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Rushing handwashing reduces effectiveness. To fight bacteria and viruses, scrub for at least 20 seconds with soap. Focus on fingertips, under nails

Not washing hands long enough

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Frequent face-touching spreads germs from hands to sensitive areas, causing breakouts or infections. Keep hands off your face and clean them regularly

Touchinh your face frequently

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Ignoring tongue hygiene causes bacteria buildup and bad breath. Use a scraper or toothbrush daily to clean your tongue and maintain oral freshness

Skipping tongue cleaning

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