How to sustain public hygiene and battle possible health hazards, possibly with strong chemicals, without poisoning the soil or thousands of people?
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posted by procrastinator
on Jun 10, 2013 -
11 answers
This feels like a silly question, but what do I do about my long, curly, tangle-prone hair when I'm out in the woods for a very long time doing fieldwork?
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posted by Scientist
on Apr 20, 2013 -
31 answers
I've been looking for info on showering/bathing in relation to sweating and whether it's sanitary or not. I can only seem to find articles that basically say "yeah, you need to shower cause you'll smell" but can't find anything that confirms whether or not it's actually sanitary or not e.g. infections. What do ya'll think/know?
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posted by defmute
on Apr 11, 2013 -
19 answers
I have a rather
unkempt winter beard and I'd like to shape it into an actual (but still thick, long and luxurious) beard. Every time I try to do it myself, I fuck it up. I love my barber, but there's a bit of a language barrier and ever since
this little mishap , I'm not yet willing to put my beard back in his hands. So I need some YouTube videos or sites or books or salon manuals or
something that will allow me to work on my beard without reinventing the wheel.
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posted by griphus
on Feb 21, 2013 -
10 answers
Brazilian wax has revealed unattractive skin issues. Is there anything that can be done to solve it?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 5, 2013 -
10 answers
Beardsmen, do you wash your beard with shampoo or facial wash?
posted by asockpuppet
on Jan 12, 2013 -
21 answers
My friend is growing a beautiful bushy beard and moustache. After several months it's wonderfully luxuriant. But, it's got to the stage where he can't eat without spillage. As for soup, forget about it - he can hardly have a mouthful before he has to wield a napkin and wipe spoonfuls away. My friend is very elegant and finds this sloppiness excruciating, especially in public.
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posted by glasseyes
on Jan 11, 2013 -
21 answers
Have I ruined my 7 lb turkey by leaving it uncovered at room temperature for 12 hours?
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posted by jeatsy
on Nov 22, 2012 -
23 answers
How do I *start* flossing? It's really painful... and apparently "not flossing" is my way of rebelling against society.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 12, 2012 -
61 answers
I apparently have a mildly unpleasant odor that permeates everything I own, and only one person can smell it. How can I find out what's causing it?
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posted by sepsis
on Jul 9, 2012 -
30 answers
For various reasons, it's significantly more convenient for me to handwash my dirty clothes/linens with detergent in the bathtub, and dry them on a rack in the living room. It's so convenient, in fact, that I'll bother to do my laundry, rather than wear rarely machine-washed and dirty clothes most of the time.
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posted by anonymous
on May 20, 2012 -
23 answers
Currently in the process of getting a mani/pedi at a salon my friends have been to, but I haven't. Question about hygiene.
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posted by iLoveTheRain
on May 19, 2012 -
4 answers
What's the best way to combine small shards of soap, the pale remnants of larger bars, into one usable bar?
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posted by jason's_planet
on May 13, 2012 -
20 answers
At the dentist today I was reminded again that I brush my teeth too hard and too briefly. The solution, obviously, is a theme song. Know of any songs about two minutes in length that will inspire gentle circular motions? Bonus question: Should there be a different theme song for morning and night? Thanks.
posted by drzz
on Apr 13, 2012 -
32 answers
I have become adept at urinating without touching anything. Do I still need to wash my hands?
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posted by troll
on Dec 26, 2011 -
45 answers
YANMD but about once a month a week before my period, my gums are sensitive. I have very good oral hygiene so this bothers me. Obviously it is likely to be hormonal but what can I do about it?
posted by turtlefu
on Sep 21, 2011 -
12 answers
Can anyone recommend a good defensive cologne to use to ward off the nasty smells I encounter in the New York City subway system? It has to be cheap and come in a small package that I can throw in my bag to be used when necessary.
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posted by jason's_planet
on Sep 18, 2011 -
26 answers
I have mild to moderate acne. My dermatologist is trying to push me towards Accutane, are there any other treatments out there?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 5, 2011 -
39 answers
2 part question about morning breath: 1 - are there any movies in which the characters address this issue, rather than pretend it doesn't exist? 2 - Do you kiss with morning breath?
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posted by yawper
on Aug 3, 2011 -
46 answers
I have a water squeeze-bottle on my bike. It has a black cap/drinking-assembly and I'm concerned that it might get really gross under there without me ever knowing about it. How should I clean it? Should I just get a different bottle?
posted by circular
on Jul 14, 2011 -
8 answers
What are the ideal cupboard conditions in which to hygienically store cups?
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posted by troll
on Jul 7, 2011 -
23 answers
I'm looking for a lotion, oil, powder, etc. that'll help me get a closer shave with my electric razor. Any experience? While I'm open to less common solutions, I'm optimally looking for something I can just grab at CVS. In the past I've used baby oil which has worked well, but are there any other options (specifically for electric razors or alternative solutions) that might be better? I've seen commercials for Lectric Shave recently and was wondering. Thanks!
posted by shabaabk
on Jun 27, 2011 -
13 answers
My boyfriend and I have very different views on what constitutes "clean". I'm not talking about differences when it comes to keeping one's room neat and organized. We're on the same page about that. I'm talking about re-using towels, sponges, dirty dish rags, and keeping counter tops SANITARY. Help me parse this one out.
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posted by patronuscharms
on Jun 13, 2011 -
50 answers
Am I being germophobic about the public toilet in my office?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 17, 2011 -
22 answers
Hack my hygiene! Yesterday I fell, hard, and broke 3 fingers on my left hand. (It's now wrapped in a stiff splint, with only my index finger and thumb operative, waiting to see the doc this week). I also have large abrasions above and below my left eye. How the heck am I supposed to shower, wash my hair, &c. without use of both hands? Complications inside.
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posted by That's Numberwang!
on Feb 20, 2011 -
24 answers
My 19-year-old brother and housemate stinks. He's smelled funky for years, and it's not getting better. How can I either get him cleaned up or trick myself into not caring?
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posted by VelveteenBabbitt
on Jan 20, 2011 -
48 answers
Which is less sanitary: not washing your hands after using the bathroom; or not drying your hands after washing your hands?
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posted by mrgrimm
on Oct 29, 2010 -
40 answers
How can I tell my dad there are certain things I don't want to do for him without hurting his feelings?
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posted by IndigoRain
on Oct 18, 2010 -
27 answers
Given the option of either soap and warm water, or alcohol-based hand sanitizer, which should I use to clean my hands?
posted by davidjmcgee
on Oct 13, 2010 -
15 answers
I'm a male in my late 20's and my teenage acne never went away. I acknowledge that I could be doing more to prevent acne and that my facial hygiene routine is probably lacking. What can I add to my routine (detailed within) that will make the biggest difference?
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posted by GleepGlop
on Sep 16, 2010 -
41 answers
Which is cleaner? Touch no surfaces and don't wash your hands during a public restroom visit or touch various surfaces and then wash your hands?
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posted by Any Moose In a Storm
on Aug 24, 2010 -
38 answers
Help me smell like food! I found this hair stuff that smells vaguely of nutmeg, and it occurred to me how much I like that sort of smell. Are there any personal hygiene products that smell like food or spices? Excluding the typical fruit and vegetable scents, of course.
posted by seiryuu
on Aug 17, 2010 -
39 answers
YANMV (you are not my vet) - One of my girlfriend's cats is displaying strange behavior, and she'd like some advice as to how to rectify cat's hygiene problem.
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posted by Oneirokritikos
on Jun 8, 2010 -
18 answers
My partner has two cute and excitable 2-year old male dogs who are used to sleeping on the bed. I have a problem knowing that dog butts and genitalia have been lying where I put my face.
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posted by Piscean
on Dec 31, 2009 -
52 answers
Drafty castles, stone construction, floors strewn with rushes, noble ladies' trailing gowns... Anyone who's read any historical fiction set in the Middle Ages is familiar with these popular Medieval motifs, but I have been troubled by a number of questions about these items. Perhaps we have some period history mavens who can ease my confusion?
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posted by taz
on Sep 23, 2009 -
28 answers
I like to sip a little bit of Scotch before going to bed, spending a few quiet minutes with a single malt, my browser, and some good music. I usually do this after brushing my teeth, and I really, really dislike going back to brush my teeth again before going to bed (it totally kills the pleasant pre-sleep buzz). I'm not sure how much sugar is in Scotch, but is this practice likely to lead to cavities over the long term?
posted by zachawry
on Sep 13, 2009 -
22 answers
