Care of the Skin

Why do we need to wash? A warm bath is the easiest and most pleasant way of making sure we are clean and fresh all over. Ideally, we should all bathe every day and some lucky people can do this. What equipment do we need for washing?

 Why do we wash? 

So, I reside in Accra, and you know what that means: chaos, heat, and sweat combining multiple activities at home and outside the home (going shopping, to the market, etc) while staying calm. It's wonderful to take a peaceful bath that melts away the stresses of the day. But why should we wash? 

1. To remove surface grease

2. To remove surface dirt

3. To remove bacteria

4. To keep our self-respect

5. To remove sweat

6. To give a feeling of freshness and well-being

Don't simply enter the bathroom and shower; when it comes to bathing, there are a variety of equipment and accessories that can enhance the experience and assure cleanliness and comfort. 

1. Bath Mat - To place outside the tub or shower for drying feet. 

2. Loofah or Bath Sponge - For exfoliating the skin.

3. Washcloth - For gentle cleansing.

4. Bath Brush - For scrubbing hard-to-reach areas.

5. Body Scrub or Exfoliate - For deep cleaning skin.

6. Shampoo and Conditioner - Hair care products.

7. Body Wash or Soap - For cleansing the body.

8. Bubble Bath or Bath Oils - To enhance soaking experience.

Important: Your face flannel made of Turkish toweling will keep fresh and sweat-smelling if you boil it for five minutes once each week. This will also destroy germs. Soap causes natural sponge to become slimy after a time. This may be removed by soaking the sponge for a time in salt and water (1 teaspoon in 568 ml cold water).