After showering I always dry my face with a clean washcloth. As for the towel that I use in my body, I hang it to dry and wash it at the end of the week. My towels never smell and are always dry. Washing it every day is overkill in my opinion. The towels are in wet, they’re not dirty . I think it’s important to hang towels correctly, so that they air dry. Washing your towels after every use will shorten the life of your towels.
@gloriayouchisonbrown7734
2 жыл бұрын
I agree
@catherineroberts1944
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. After showering I'm clean. I air dry my towel and use once more.
@gloriayouchisonbrown7734
2 жыл бұрын
I also feel if you just washed your body, the towel will be fine for a few times
@texasstardust6010
2 жыл бұрын
.....Yes, and I don't use the towel I use on my body , for my face. Also I add a vinegar to the rinse water in my wash when I do my towels and I use my towel about three or four times before I do wash it. One of the biggest culprits for clothes smelling bad -especially towels and whatnot - is a dirty washing machine ....and I use the vinegar for that purpose, as well and once a month I bleach out my washing machine with diluted bleach.
@celesteanderson3857
2 жыл бұрын
Chelsea, he didn't say wash towel after every use but to wash it after 3 or 4 days of use. Me personally, I don't want to use the towel on my clean body after 3 days.
@lovly2cu725
2 жыл бұрын
i never use the same towel for my body as my hands or face
@love4stamps
2 жыл бұрын
4 uses 😬🤢 i use a new towel after 2 uses, and always lay it straight to dry
@Professional298
Жыл бұрын
just dry your face first
@milesnotti3417
Жыл бұрын
Same here😂
@Sandlin22
11 ай бұрын
Or use the same towel twice 😂 if there just two people in a household you easily have enough clothes to run the washer on a small load daily
@emilyboyer9211
10 ай бұрын
I'm okay with using the body towel as my hands, but not my face anymore. It's funny cuz we think our body is clean so who cares, but we can never fully "clean" our body to get rid of all the bacteria he's talking about
@stoundingresults
2 жыл бұрын
Add baking Soda to laundry like Socks, Underwear and Towels. It's the extra step that neutralizes odors.
@mothertwinkles4198
2 жыл бұрын
I do that also.
@ebychuks9797
2 жыл бұрын
What quantity would do?
@mothertwinkles4198
2 жыл бұрын
@@ebychuks9797 1/2 cup for small/medium loads & 1 cup for large loads
@ridefree9160
Жыл бұрын
Just put it in the washer with the clothes?
@joebenson528
2 ай бұрын
TLDR: Add sodium percarbonate (active ingredient of "Oxi Clean") and Borax alongside your detergent. Do not use more than 2 fl oz of liquid laundry detergent (unless you're a farmer, chef or mechanic). Sodium Percarbonate is literally powdered hydrogen peroxide (oxygen/Oxi bleach) a disinfectant and color safe bleaching agent and sodium carbonate a highly alkaline substance that helps soften water and remove/prevent mold. Borax is also highly alkaline (eliminates mold/mildew spores), softens water, deodorizes and increases the effectiveness of hydrogen peroxide by approximately 40-65% depending on water quality, the material/surface you are washing and other factors. Meaning you can use less hydrogen peroxide, oxiclean etc and get the same results. And if you have an issue with detergent residue (which means your laundry is not clean) then reduce the the detergent you use and add borax which helps water strip it from fabrics. You don't need as much laundry/dishwasher detergent as you think it's highly concentrated. Most laundry detergent measuring cups have 5 fill lines (or approximately 5 fl oz), unless your clothes are heavily soiled by motor/cooking oil and mud you typically do not have to use more than 2 fl oz *for a full load.* The only purpose of soap is to increase the effectiveness of water. It's a glorified water additive with chemical fragrances. The best way you tell if you're using too much soap is to look for suds. Commercial soaps are formulated specifically to have as few suds as possible. If you manage to create any then you are using too much
@applepie9576
2 жыл бұрын
And....I also use a different wash cloth on my face in the shower. I don't use the same one I use on the rest of my body. Great video!
@darlalove
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve always used a fresh one everyday washcloths also. Use sanitizer in the wash along with detergent and hot dryer ! It’s a must
@Anng.9608
2 жыл бұрын
Me too!!!
@joyshipley706
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely me too. Not used twice
@AQUARIASGOLDENAGE
2 жыл бұрын
Really! I never knew people used them.more than once
@christinamartinez8132
Жыл бұрын
I saw a KZitem video of how towels and wash cloths carry bacteria and E- coli. It makes sense. I wash my towels and wash cloths every day if not every other day.
@meerathegreyhound1044
2 жыл бұрын
Oh doc, not only are you cute but hygienic too!
@trinijoyl1720
2 жыл бұрын
I dont know ab u all. But in our country. We dry our towels after using. And change it after 3 days
@-16_
2 жыл бұрын
Oh!!! Absolutely we have to change when needed but Dr we can also hang the damp towel in the sunshine 🌞 is that acceptable or advised to get a clean towel.
@jenmailsouth4155
2 жыл бұрын
Oh gag. Thanks for the reminder!
@donnapollock
2 жыл бұрын
I always use a clean fresh towel everytime I'm in the shower or washing my face. I can't even imagine not doing this every time. Thank you and God Bless you Dr. Mandell
@Joe-mz6dc
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice as always! Thank you.
@craigwilson6049
2 жыл бұрын
We hang ours out in the sun straight after a shower. Seems to be fine even after 4 days
@jaideep5613
2 жыл бұрын
Thats why our elders taught us the same thing centuries ago and made it to dry under Sun, no dryers can remove those bacteria than a Sun....
@yeahaboutthatthough3656
10 ай бұрын
Modern washers and dryers do, in fact, feature sanitation treatments for loads of laundry. We got ours from Samsung.
@nativechique7589
2 ай бұрын
I miss having a clothesline
@ThePhoinix33
2 жыл бұрын
I wash my towels after each use with laundry sanitizer every wash as well.
@maglinthalathala6926
Жыл бұрын
no just add few drops of dettol in water and dip the towerl squeeze it and dry it in sun
@Sandlin22
11 ай бұрын
@@maglinthalathala6926or just wash it 😅
@queenbee24
2 жыл бұрын
I always change my hand and kitchen towels daily. I would never put a dirty towel or facecloth to my face ever!
@kaibrix8089
2 жыл бұрын
In high school, I used same towel for days but this man is right! Damp towels develop odors. Today I NEVER use same towel or washcloth because mold/mildew can accumulate rapidly. Also, it's wise to wash your face using your hands because towels are rough, not gentle for skin. You may have to do more laundry but it's better than having a stinky towel, lol. There is fungus among us!
@stephenarling1667
2 жыл бұрын
Big Chungus approves your message.
@MzAliH21
Жыл бұрын
My teen needs thus video 🤦🏽♀️ cause eh whats does mama know? Haha 😂 THANK YOU 👏🏾
@7777777Beau7777777
2 жыл бұрын
bout to wash my towels now 😂😂😂
@doloresamaya442
2 жыл бұрын
I use vinegar instead of fabric softener. Works really well.!
@davidd34
2 жыл бұрын
What type vinegar?
@how2honey327
2 жыл бұрын
I use a turbin for my hair and a large hand towel for my body. I use a clean towel every day.
@0177Mia
2 жыл бұрын
I use a hand towel as a wrap. The microfiber feels weird...lol
@mr.mrs.j7599
2 жыл бұрын
Yup, I don't understand the use of big towels, that's what I do too... actually unless you're a hairy man lol😂
@reazon2bangie
2 жыл бұрын
You must be related to my Mama... she was strict... but... 10 yrs since she passed & I still have & use her towels & wash them weekly... Thank Doc!
@maypong2007
2 жыл бұрын
Used towels should hang under sun Wash towels each week under hot water and sun
@whatafriendwehaveinjesus5354
2 жыл бұрын
Only white bleached towels in our house. Fresh towels every time.
@pambuzz2288
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Dr. Mandell for sharing this video with us... I always space it out and hang it up to dry before I fold it up.
@monibug1307
2 жыл бұрын
Get a fresh towel every day if possible. That's my style!
@serbear0691
2 жыл бұрын
Same!! Lately I’ve been a little lazy, but I really need to go back to washing my towels everyday
@naelyneurkopfen9741
2 жыл бұрын
@@serbear0691 if your body is clean after a bath, your towel is clean. Hang it up to dry thoroughly. There's no need in wasting water and energy to wash towels every day, that's just silly.
@markme4
2 жыл бұрын
@@naelyneurkopfen9741 Nope, clean towels for me, if the world runs out of water, you can blame me if that makes you feel better
@kevinkariuki3780
Жыл бұрын
@@markme4 bro what 😭 why the hell would you wash a towel everyday that’s such a waste of water and soap that’s so dumb wash it once a week that’s so much smarter💀
@markme4
Жыл бұрын
@@kevinkariuki3780 Well I shut the water off sometimes when I brush my teeth 🤷♂️
@mimikay4235
Жыл бұрын
I don't use a towel for anything but to dry my hands after washing. I use 2 washcloths (one for face, one for body) daily. Using the one for body to wipe excess water off after the shower. Then air dry while lotioning down and getting dressed.
@patronofthearts23
4 ай бұрын
Nice
@fancysonja
2 жыл бұрын
I use a new towel with every shower, but I know that many people use a towel several times. Once you started to wash the towel after every use, you cannot use it several times, because you wouldn't feel.clean
@joaneryan9962
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dr for your great advice🌸🌸
@RechtmanDon
2 жыл бұрын
in the 1980s my Clinical Ecology M.D. advised me to use towels only once, then wash and dry it. I had experienced a chemical pesticide exposure that compromised my immune system, and had become very sensitive to mold and mildew. A single use of a towel provides the necessary moisture and residual skin particles to provide an ideal culture medium for the growth of mold and mildew. Although my immune system is now much stronger, I see no reason to offer it unnecessary challenges; I spend lots on (natural) laundry detergent! (Changing bedding at least once a week or more often if you sweat a lot is advised for the same reason.)
@mr.bread3circus
2 жыл бұрын
Tell my wife this daily.... Smh
@Amywazwaz06
2 жыл бұрын
We got spoiled with towel warmers in each bathroom. After showering you get nice warm towel to dry off with and then it dries it off within an hour or so.
@Mary-io1mb
2 жыл бұрын
After each use I make sure to open and let it air out. Never fold after use. Also, I NEVER use a towel (ESPECIALLY the towel I use to dry my body) to dry my face. I let me face air dry. One other thing; I do not use any color towel but WHITE.
@EvelynMaria-Ammu
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot
@beeckerboo
Жыл бұрын
That is why I love my Norwex towels.. with the baclock
@prachi3919
2 жыл бұрын
I always sundry my towel..if possible do it everyday or alternate day...its not environment friendly to wash very frequently ..and even after proper washing some detergent is left in it..and it comes in the contact of skin..
@0177Mia
2 жыл бұрын
Butt crack= bacteria I dry that part LAST I change my towel EVERYDAY
@yeahaboutthatthough3656
10 ай бұрын
Our family uses Hibiclens, a germicidal soap often used in clinical and hospital settings.
@normamorales1568
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@geoffphillips5872
2 жыл бұрын
Exfoliating of skin remains on the towel. Like bedding, towels should be washed at least once weekly to keep skin eating insects & bacteria to a minimum.
@jennyosorio6498
2 жыл бұрын
I use a Baby Face Wash Cloth, very soft. Do not want a harsh hand or wash cloth.
@traceyquinsey8894
2 жыл бұрын
We never reuse towels not for anything including dishes
@icuqt4918
2 жыл бұрын
New towel everyday for me!
@bevjane7245
2 жыл бұрын
I use bath towel and wash cloth only once ..can be helpful to use clean hand towel instead of bath towel. In any event, no matter how well you scrub, the towel and wash cloth are no longer clean after one use. Allow to air dry and then put in laundry hamper.
@monaantony9096
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dr I use light muslin towels for my shower and throw them for wash after every use it’s my habit since childhood First I have no clutter second no germs
@emilyboyer9211
10 ай бұрын
I air dry my face by fanning it. I've been doing this while healing my eczema flares and this has helped. Then i pat a little Vaseline on my face. And I'm good to go.
@Mr.Don.Avalon
9 ай бұрын
This man is amazing
@typerightseesight
2 жыл бұрын
musky is a good word. ill use that on myself next time im in public and think about it. lol.
@tanyawieczorek6603
2 жыл бұрын
He probably meant 'musty'
@mireyaintexas2958
2 ай бұрын
I married at a very young age and my mother-in-law taught me how to cook, clean, wash clothes etc. and from her I learned to wash the bath towels after every use. Therefore my family and I use the body towel one time and it goes in the basket to be washed. I tried changing it to save on water, electricity and work BUT I just couldn’t, it bothers me not to wash the towels after one use 😒
@christophersedlak1147
2 жыл бұрын
thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@deadringer-cultofdeathratt8813
Жыл бұрын
I make a drying station by setting up a wide hanging rack and a fan. Hang item towel and position the fan direction underneath pointing up (vornado style fan) and let it dry. I keep a fan on somewhere in the house at all times so it has no effect on electricity because it would have been on anyway. If I’m going to work I leave it on low. If I want my fan for other reasons I leave it on high and check on it in a an hour or so. And I wash my towels with oxiclean and use the hot “sanitize” setting on the dryer for good measure. I have 3 towels that I randomly swap between throughout the week and wash them once a week. I could probably go longer but every now and then I forget the use the fan and, letting them sit dry without the fan gives the grubs too much time to grow.
@chrissybradshaw4879
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this ammo - my husband needs to see this!!! 🤢
@laurahicks5018
2 жыл бұрын
Always Great Advice and Health and Hygiene and Motivation... 💯 Always Love Your Sportswear Too! 🤗💞
@aichaakalaiouchan1475
2 жыл бұрын
I never dry my face 😂 use my skincare producten on damp skin
@butterfly6756
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏
@jeanbowman2531
2 жыл бұрын
Gross, using a towel 4 times. I wash towels every time I use one. Ain’t gonna dry my face with the same towel I used the last time to dry my butt.
@erinneredwine7322
2 жыл бұрын
Yess,, I've been hanging my towel out for years.. germs breed in.moisture..
@lynnettawilliams2138
Жыл бұрын
They make disposable towels now too when we was kids they never had or did we worry about washing our towel as much as needed right i agree
@bootsarmstrong8421
2 жыл бұрын
No dr M. I hang my towel over the shower curtain to dry all day. When I wash the towels (kitchen too) you use less laundry soap and add a 2 cups of ammonia. Ammonia will kill fungus and mold and doesn't affect the color. There's no ammonia smell either afterwards. Been doing this for years.
@reginadickerson4822
2 жыл бұрын
Health clinic said to me put in laundry after the 3 day use.... And never use in private area women or use a wash cloth there Girls...🤗
@joanbelmont5450
2 жыл бұрын
That’s why I don’t use my bath towel for more than two days.
@Sandlin22
11 ай бұрын
More than 1 day is disgusting
@suzannefronzaglio2427
2 жыл бұрын
I have always bought only all white towels, no colors. So I can use bleach in the washer when I wash a load of towels.
@Tinyteacher1111
2 жыл бұрын
Me too, but Oxi Clean does a better job at removing molds, dirt and other stuff. Laundry sanitizers or OdoBan keeps everything fresh.
@z90347UniversalMind
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks doctor just washes my towel after 6 months
@gaypreator8547
2 жыл бұрын
Strengthening your immune system ha ha.
@aidamorales3329
2 жыл бұрын
I let my towels dry after dry put in my machine but get a clean after two or three days feels clean on your body and washcloths I use to wet my face to wake up in the morning use soap on face but I was taught not to dry face I press cold water/warm water with onto my eyes let water dry to face keep face wrinklefree amen😄
@Deested
Жыл бұрын
I hang mine on a hanger and they never smell. When I shower I always get a brand new washcloth and start with my face and end with the undercarriage. I also wash my towels and washcloths on hot with a half of cup of bleach and let them soak after the spin cycle ( I have an older top load with an agitator that you can fill whatever water level you want), the new eco washers suck and don’t allow that unfortunately.
@sethcarson5212
Жыл бұрын
"Open it up so that wetness can become dry" my new catchphrase
@strawberryjackson3
Жыл бұрын
I use fresh towels and washcloths every day
@Dragon-Slay3r
Жыл бұрын
Magpie poops in the towel 😂
@talieshalynch2432
2 жыл бұрын
FACTS!
@akacos9680
Ай бұрын
Solution for this smelly towel? SkinSavior Towel by Boduran. Tested for near 100% bacteria reduction over 100 washes without any petrochemical uses. I highly recommend them.
@davidd34
2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately no washer or dryer in our rental place. No vehicle to go anywhere. Walking is out - brain injuries. What say you?
@ruthzerp4856
2 жыл бұрын
In my country we put it in de sun after take a bath.
@staceyc7068
2 жыл бұрын
I use a fresh towel everyday i always open it up and hang dry before throwing in the dirty clothes hamper
@sepiesser
2 жыл бұрын
Using a towel 4 times😖? I wash my towels everyday and let them dry in dryer and under the sun too
@texasgradeandmade5929
2 жыл бұрын
One towel rack for bath, one for the face, let it dry and Lysol has a sanitizer liquid now that you can put in your clothes,towels that doesn’t contain bleach.👌🏾
@ernestinef3764
2 жыл бұрын
I use a fresh wash cloth and towel every day
@St4yfaded
Жыл бұрын
If you’re clean. Why is your towel dirty 🤔
@julianneedsblood7091
Жыл бұрын
I use to wash my towels with my socks and underwear but the towels would smell sometimes. So now I wash them separately and plan to start buying white towels so I can put a dash of bleach in with the wash to kill off all that gross fungus and bacteria.
@marthaflavia2522
2 жыл бұрын
U got my message
@DeAndra1985
Жыл бұрын
I use a fresh washcloth every shower and change my drying towel every 2-3 days. Just depends. I really don't dry off per say, so my skin isn't dried out
@krpurple2678
2 жыл бұрын
The same goes for pillowcases especially if you use face creams, have dermatitis or acne! I remember telling a teenager about the need to change his pillowcase with acne cream over his face all day.
@Nomad-Drifter
10 ай бұрын
For years I’ve been rotating towels every 10 - 15 uses and I’m fine. Just hang it up open to dry properly.
@webguy943
Жыл бұрын
i dont wash towels for 2 weeks to a month. i havent gotten sick in the last 10 years 🤷🏻♂️
@Dvfam2000
5 ай бұрын
Its important to me to wash and clean my body throughly i take bath towel with soap two times and after that i put oil control all over my body that makes my body clean and not to worry about getting my towel dirty for the reason is my body clean to the fullest.❤❤🎉
@Julia-jz5wt
Жыл бұрын
I live in the desert. If left completely open to dry it can last a week of showers fine
@jonmccormick6805
2 жыл бұрын
I also wipe my eyes first with a fresh paper towel after a shower.
@shanevee
2 жыл бұрын
One use and in the laundry basket
@annpringle8219
2 жыл бұрын
I never use the same towel on my face that I use on my body!!🤨
@luvmypetsrhanie1144
2 жыл бұрын
Is it just me.... Doc have nice hands.
@rayvonnwhitehead4525
11 ай бұрын
I use a different towel and washcloth every time I bathe
@HappyCat3096
2 жыл бұрын
Probiotic towels! Seriously I do open them up to dry and wash in hot water with washing soda.
@maritza7718
2 жыл бұрын
We use clean towels every day.
@emrhn.k
9 ай бұрын
Underwears , beddings and towels must be washed at 90 Celsius.
@msjetta5818
2 жыл бұрын
Not only bacteria to consider…. How about dead skin cells? Fresh wash cloth for every washing- fresh towel at least every 2 days, provided it was properly hung up to dry, immediately after use. I bleach my bath towels and wash cloths in every washing and double rinse. Over kill? Probably…… but my bath towels NEVER smell like a dirty dog when they’re clean, right off the shelf.
@lovelygeorge1950
Жыл бұрын
We wash towels everyday. We are 5 members in the family, will not share towels 😊👍🏻
@charlotte11543
2 жыл бұрын
Never reuse a towel ever so this doesn’t apply to me. Gross.
@AMDay-xj7rb
2 жыл бұрын
I change my washcloths daily and towels after 2 days max.
@lovly2cu725
2 жыл бұрын
i open it & let it dry then put it in the hamper to wash
@bonnieinthespirit6373
2 жыл бұрын
Spray with hydrogen peroxide ; will extend the item a day or two til you’re ready to wash it .
@MrDaiseymay
Жыл бұрын
Thats EXACTLY what I thought, so I don't wash anymore , and keep them pesky pests in one place, and spray myself with Ajax
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