[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
For realz?
[quote]Vicomte wrote:
My lips never heal. They just get a layer of dead skin that has to be bitten off or it gets wet and comes off in the shower. They look fine most of the time, but that’s because I have no fucking epidermis. Nothing seems to work. Any suggestions?[/quote]
I had that same problem. Find a chapstick without petroleum in it. The petroleum makes your lips addicted & peely if you don’t keep reapplying. Alba, Badger, Burt’s Bees & Softlips are all good chapsticks to use (and found at Target, Walmart, drugstores). Also, a couple times before bed, combine olive oil & brown sugar together and dab on your lips. Let it sit for a little bit, then scrub off with a washcloth. Apply petroleum-free chapstick right after. Hope this helps–it did for me!
Flossing every night is the best thing ever. And you know it’s doing its job too because EVERY NIGHT when you take the floss out and smell it, it smells TERRIBLE.
*I floss once a day, brush twice a day, and use mouthwash once a day. Therefore no my mouth is not disgusting, floss is just the fucking shit.
[quote]ron-e wrote:
[quote]Steel Nation wrote:
Also, flossing your teeth once a week will make your breath smell better. Listerine too.
Oral hygiene is way underrated.[/quote]
ghostface on how to brush your teeth. funny stuff[/quote]
Fucking brilliant.
lol
“swallow a box of baking soda” is going to get some kid killed.
[quote]four60 wrote:
Buy a Japanese style wash cloth they are nylon and stetch, basically a scruffy except long and flat. If your back is HUGE and you have problems just getting your arms over your shoulders this will hit it. You will thank the Lawd above for this advice.[/quote]
I used those overseas, where do you buy them at in the States or are you ordering them off the www?
[quote]anonym wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
For realz?[/quote]
Yes.
If you go Aquafresh Extreme Clean, you’ll never go back.
[quote]Enders Drift wrote:
[quote]four60 wrote:
Buy a Japanese style wash cloth they are nylon and stetch, basically a scruffy except long and flat. If your back is HUGE and you have problems just getting your arms over your shoulders this will hit it. You will thank the Lawd above for this advice.[/quote]
I used those overseas, where do you buy them at in the States or are you ordering them off the www?[/quote]
I became hip to them while stationed in Honolulu, some Big Somoan brothers hooked me up with how they were batter than hand towels. You can pick them up at a Whole Foods or any other Natural Food Supermarket or like you stated the WWW. Hey Us no Neck BIG YOKED MOFO’s have to pass the info on.
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]anonym wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
For realz?[/quote]
Yes.[/quote]
That’s interesting because my lab incubator is typically set at 37C (98.6F).
I agree that making sure your water is a suitable temperature won’t hurt (and if we are talking white socks why not use bleach if you’re particularly worried?), but if it remains an issue one should ensure that their socks are completely dry before storing and that they rotate shoes more often (or are treated with an anti-fungal spray if they don’t have spares after being allowed to fully dry).
The key word is ‘dry’, because athlete’s foot is typically a fungi and fungi like moisture. If you are one of the people who seem to get it all the time, even something as little as fully drying between your toes before putting socks on in the morning may help. Changing your socks from cotton to something that removes moisture better might prove useful, as would simply changing pairs more often if the former isn’t a realistic option.
I’m assuming people who get if often have already made an effort by not leaving their stinky ass socks on after coming home from the gym and regularly shower soon after that (and at the very least wear some sort of protective footwear if they decide to use the gym facilities to clean up).
[quote]ronaldo7 wrote:
I got one! Apply lemon juice to skin before tanning.[/quote]
I recommend butter.
[quote]four60 wrote:
[quote]Enders Drift wrote:
[quote]four60 wrote:
Buy a Japanese style wash cloth they are nylon and stetch, basically a scruffy except long and flat. If your back is HUGE and you have problems just getting your arms over your shoulders this will hit it. You will thank the Lawd above for this advice.[/quote]
I used those overseas, where do you buy them at in the States or are you ordering them off the www?[/quote]
I became hip to them while stationed in Honolulu, some Big Somoan brothers hooked me up with how they were batter than hand towels. You can pick them up at a Whole Foods or any other Natural Food Supermarket or like you stated the WWW. Hey Us no Neck BIG YOKED MOFO’s have to pass the info on.[/quote]
Quick google search found this…
It doesn’t qualify for Prime shipping so the hunt continues.
[quote]AmericanGirl wrote:
[quote]Vicomte wrote:
My lips never heal. They just get a layer of dead skin that has to be bitten off or it gets wet and comes off in the shower. They look fine most of the time, but that’s because I have no fucking epidermis. Nothing seems to work. Any suggestions?[/quote]
I had that same problem. Find a chapstick without petroleum in it. The petroleum makes your lips addicted & peely if you don’t keep reapplying. Alba, Badger, Burt’s Bees & Softlips are all good chapsticks to use (and found at Target, Walmart, drugstores). Also, a couple times before bed, combine olive oil & brown sugar together and dab on your lips. Let it sit for a little bit, then scrub off with a washcloth. Apply petroleum-free chapstick right after. Hope this helps–it did for me![/quote]
I’ve seen these brands at dollar stores, it’s like getting a buy one get one free deal.
Anyone who’s ever spent time in the military knows the importance of good foot hygiene! Look after your feet or you’ll be sorry.
Baby wipes are the shit for wiping(pun intended)! I nearly always get laughed at when I say I have no issue with using baby wipes to wipe my ass but anyone who ever does it thinks it’s way better than normal tp.
Someone on these forums(I think it was Bushy but can’t be sure) once recommended Veet(a hair removal cream, I think the American equivalent is Nair which was already mentioned) for your ass-crack. I tried this once and while it’s still a hell of an awkward proceedure, it’s much much easier than shaving and does a more thorough job. Would recommed to everyone and with a bit o’ hair down there. My friends thought it was hiliarious that I did this but I’ve had three of them admit recently that they started it too. None of them lift, just hairy dudes.
Nivea does great moisturisers if you can get your hands on their stuff. Especially their post-shave stuff.
My lips go crazy dry and irritated in the winter. Always gotta keep a load of Blistex on me then. Very powerful and good stuff for anyone in a similar situation.
I must admit though by body hair is a bit outta control and bacne is pretty embarassing, must get a proper scrubber for down there.
Thanks for the tip about Under Armour boxers whoever mentioned them.
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u]
[quote]Tyler23 wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u] [/quote]
Sidenote: one of my roommates back in college set off the fire alarm in our dorm by microwaving a sock (to beat off into) for too long.
Funny, I had forgotten all about that until now.
[quote]Tyler23 wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u]
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I’m going to go this route. I just checked my water heater and it’s apparently it’s been at the highest possible setting this whole time. I can’t believe I never thought of this before but I’m also going to start washing my socks entirely separately from everything else and use a bunch of bleach in the washer along with scalding hot water.
[quote]Tyler23 wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u]
[/quote]
What happens if they’re not? Do they spontaneously combust or something?
[quote]The Greek wrote:
[quote]Tyler23 wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u]
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What happens if they’re not? Do they spontaneously combust or something?[/quote]
Yeah, ummmm I’m going to hold off on placing anything that touches my balls/ass/feet in the same place I reheat my food.
[quote]The Greek wrote:
[quote]Tyler23 wrote:
[quote]Brother Chris wrote:
[quote]DBCooper wrote:
Any home remedies out there for athlete’s foot? I get that shit bad sometimes when it gets really hot and my shoes get damp. But that Tinactin shit can get expensive when I start blowing through several cans a week of it, and it doesn’t seem to work that well anyways.[/quote]
Athlete’s foot starts with bacteria, obviously. Most of it comes from dirty shoes, which are dirty because of bacteria that are in your socks, even after washing them. That is because your water heater is set too low. It is likely set to 118, turn it up to 130 and throw out your shoes or wash them in the hot water.
If you are washing anything in 118 degree water, or a few degrees lower, you’ll know from science class that 115-118 degree water is where bacteria actually thrives the best.[/quote]
Alternative to washing things in hot water(uses less energy too), put any clothes with a tendency to “hold the funk” (socks, t’s, workout clothes) in the microwave for a 2-3 minutes. [u]Just make sure they are wet first.[/u]
[/quote]
What happens if they’re not? Do they spontaneously combust or something?[/quote]
Yep. I remember I tried to heat up a dry towel to do a facial, but I didn’t know that it was supposed to be wet first. So the towel set on fire and broke the microwave 