Every day in our daily lives, we have to wash our hands. However, it is difficult to completely clean bacteria with just hand sanitizer and water. The correct way to wash hands is not just to remove surface dirt, but to use a more scientific method to eliminate stubborn bacteria. Below, I will teach you the correct and scientific way to wash hands.
1. Wash the palms and backs of the hands first
Wet both hands with running water, apply hand sanitizer (or soap), and rub the palms of the hands together. Rub the palms of the hands against the backs of the hands along the fingers. Swap hands and repeat. Rub the palms of the hands together with the fingers interlaced, and swap hands and repeat.
2. Then wash the fingers
Grasp one thumb with the other hand and rotate and rub. Swap hands and repeat. Bend the joints of each finger and place the back of the finger in the palm of the other hand, rotate and rub. Swap hands and repeat. Bend the joints of each finger and close the fingertips in the palm of the other hand, rotate and rub. Swap hands and repeat.
3. Finally, wash the wrists
Rub and wash the wrists and forearms. Swap hands and repeat.
4. Drying hands is also important
After washing hands, do not neglect the drying process. Use a clean personal towel, hand towel, or disposable tissue to dry both hands, and remember to change towels frequently. Using dirty towels or clothing to dry hands may cause "secondary contamination" if not careful.
The water temperature when washing hands should not be too hot, as it can make the skin even drier. The ideal water temperature should be between 20°C and 25°C. After washing hands, it is best not to let them air dry. Instead, use a clean and soft towel to dry them. While the skin is still moist, apply hand cream to lock in moisture.
