Hygiene may be among the least controversial topics no one wants to talk about. I mean, it’s assumed, right? You could be of any geographic origin, any age or gender, Republican or Democrat, Giants or Dodgers fan – we’re all in favor of staying clean. And yet, you almost never talk about it in polite company.
Now, I’ve done a little research (in secret, of course) to uncover these items that could fill the gaps in our routines. Excited? I know I am. Feel free to read on. Just burn this when you’re done.
Oral Breeze Shower Breeze
Oral Breeze Showerbreeze - $38.95
Oral Breeze Showerbreeze 6'
Oral Breeze
amazon.com
$38.95
Oral Breeze is a manufacturer of “oral irrigators,” gadgets to clean your teeth with a stream of forceful water, much like the well-known Waterpik. They’re not Waterpiks, of course, but the concept is the same.
This model allows you to clean your teeth while you clean the rest of you in the shower, which does a lot to keep your bathroom dry.
Here’s my personal story: A few years ago my periodontist (gum doctor) was concerned about a certain tooth, warning that unless its circumstances changed for the better, “something” would need to be done. He wouldn’t tell me what, but it was plenty ominous.
When he left the room, the hygienist recommended I try an oral irrigator. I did, and on my very next visit, the tooth had improved dramatically, and I never had to find out what he was threatening me with – all thanks to this little gadget.
Phone Soap 3 Sanitizing Phone Charger
Phone Soap 3 Sanitizing Phone Charger - $74.95
PhoneSoap 3 UV Sanitizer and Dual Universal Cell Phone Charger
PhoneSoap
amazon.com
$74.95
Are you a germaphobe? Get ready to reconsider that question once you’ve finished reading this.
A recent study suggests our precious cell phones harbor a huge array of bacteria and mold. Are we surprised? After all, we sport our talkative little buddies most everywhere we go. On average, we’re using them a whopping five hours a day.
So what’s the answer? You can’t exactly take it with you into the shower. The practical answer could be to sanitize with UV light as you charge it every evening.
BioBidet BB-270 (warm water)
Bio Bidet
BioBidet
amazon.com
$64.00
Okay, since I have to be “indelicate,” I’m not asking if you’ve actually used one, but I’m going to assume you know about bidets.
The BioBidet BB-270 isn’t a real start-to-finish bidet, but an easy-to-fit attachment to convert a conventional American-style toilet to the ultra-personal appliance used throughout Europe and Asia.
This model allows a warm-water hookup. An absolute necessity!
But why switch to something only foreigners use? Let’s explore three reasons.
You Won’t Need so Much Toilet Paper
You’ll still need some, of course. You can’t just walk around wet in the wrong places. But going full bidet will save you money, as well as trips to the supermarket
Better for the Environment
If everyone had a bidet we might not flush the equivalent of some 30,000 trees down our toilets every day. And think of the sewage lines unclogged.
Better for Your Butt (What? How would you have said it?)
Let’s face it, folks. While bidets might seem a little weird, they’ve gotta be more sanitary. You know what I’m saying? And if you happen to suffer from any kind of maladies back there, bidets are a kinder, gentler option than paper. So consider it a healthy option, because it is one.
Clearoo Ear Wax Removal Tool
Clearoo Ear Wax Removal Tool - $34.99
Clearoo Ear Cleaner
Clearoo
amazon.com
$34.99
If you’re my age, you remember back in junior high (middle school now) when you asked someone to repeat something and they in turn suggested you “clean the wax out of your ears.” Well, if you ever needed to, now you can – and with a professional-style instrument, no less.
This otoscope/endoscope combination features a 360 degree professional grade lens, along with six LED lights and a 1080p HD camera, to help you (or your help-mate) know exactly where you are inside the ear.
Just download the included app and the Clearoo works with your android or ios device to locate and scoop away that nasty, obtrusive ear wax.
In addition, you can use the Clearoo to inspect areas inside the nose, mouth, or throat. Because the system works with interchangeable ear spoons and cones, you can even examine your pets. And won’t that be fun!
Luxice Touchless Bathroom Faucet
Luxice Touchless Bathroom Faucet - $79.99
Luxice Sensor Automatic Touchless Bathroom Sink
LUXICE
amazon.com
$79.99
Alright, I admit it: I’m a hopeless germaphobe. I mean, not like Howard Hughes exactly, but yeah – I really like a touchless faucet.
They’re most appreciated on occasions where I find myself in a public restroom. Sincerely, if I went to bed thinking of the microscopic life doing the boogaloo on a roadside restroom faucet, I’d never get a wink of sleep.
Home faucets aren’t nearly so bad, of course. But if you think about it, we wash our hands to get them clean, right? Next we put a nice clean hand on the faucet handle to turn the water off. Now... where was the last place we had our dirty hands?
We can avoid this scenario without an automatic faucet. It may not be the most popular trend out there, but they’re a real conversation starter and they serve a hygienic purpose.
PEET Ultra Dryer UV Shoe Sanitizer
PEET Ultra Dryer UV Shoe Sanitizer - $59.99
PEET, Ultra Dryer, Sanitizer, and Deodorizer for Shoes
PEET
amazon.com
$59.99
Do you suffer from sweaty, maybe smelly feet? The truth is, almost anyone might benefit from sanitizing their shoes overnight.
As the name declares, the PEET dries and sanitizes your shoes using UV light. It does this silently as you sleep, using no more electricity than an ordinary lightbulb.
It comes down to more than just odor: a 2012 study published by the Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association (as cited by HU17.net) showed that UV light reduces by 80% the two common microorganisms that cause nail infection and athlete’s foot. So maybe check this gadget out.
Kinsman Reach N Scrub
Kinsman Reach N Scrub - $17.95
Reach N Scrub
Kinsman
amazon.com
$17.95
Oh man, what a way to end a piece! Reach N Scrub, where have you been all my life?
There’s not a lot to say here, really. Mesh sponge (great for back-scratching). Twenty-four inch bendable handle (whoopee). Foldable for travel.
You know, a recent study indicates that people who wash their backs thoroughly in the shower are 88% more likely to enjoy their day. That isn’t true – I made up that statistic, which is why there’s no link. I just really enjoy a thorough back-wash, and the Reach N Scrub is a great way to make that happen.
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