Did Your Deodorant Stop Working?

The deodorant/antipersperant aisle at the store is full of options. Sporty, teen, extra strength, spray, invisible, transdimensional, does the dishes too, etc. I used Secret because that was what my mom used… and I stuck with it for years. One day, I noticed that it wasn’t working as well as it used to. The powder fresh scent wasn’t lasting as long, and I was starting to feel sweaty. Betrayed! By my favorite deodorant! Oh, the horror! Heartbroken, I switched to another brand — Suave, if you’re curious. I’ve more or less been switching between the two every few years now, … Continue reading

Good Hygiene on the Go

Some days, the schedule is just packed. You’re running from one thing to another, with barely a minute in between to catch your breath… let alone freshen up. So what can you do to keep feeling (and smelling) fresh on those ultra-busy days? The very best thing you can do is to plan ahead. If you know you’ve got a crazy day on the schedule, be prepared. Pack a change of clothes if you think you’ll need a fresh outfit. Bring toiletries so you can wash up a little when you change. Maybe you won’t end up needing them… but … Continue reading