I always feel like there are bacteria on my hands when washing my hands

People are exposed to various kinds of bacteria in their daily lives every day, and the hands are the ones that are most exposed to bacteria. Therefore, many people always feel that there are germs on their hands and always want to wash their hands. Some people even develop mysophobia because of this. It is right to wash hands frequently, such as before and after meals and after going to the toilet, which can prevent diseases, but many people wash their hands incorrectly. Therefore, people who always feel that there are germs on their hands and want to wash their hands should learn the correct way to wash their hands.

Hand hygiene refers to all acts of hand cleaning, including hand washing, hygienic hand disinfection and surgical hand disinfection. Hand washing is the process of removing dirt and temporary bacteria from the skin of hands.

Washing hands seems simple, but there is a lot of knowledge involved. Many people simply and quickly scrub the palms and backs of their hands when washing their hands, thinking that they have completed the task, but many parts are often missed. The correct way to wash your hands is:

Steps for washing hands:

Step 1: Wet your hands with running water;

Step 2: Apply appropriate amount of cleanser to all hand skin;

Step 3: Rub your hands together for at least 15 seconds;

Step 4: Rinse with running water;

Step 5: Dry your hands with a paper towel;

Step 6: Apply skin care lotion.

Kneading method:

1. Place your palms together, put your fingers together, and rub them against each other;

2. Rub the palms of your hands against the backs of your hands along the gaps between your fingers, alternating between them:

3. Place your palms together, cross your fingers and rub them together:

4. Hold the thumb of your left hand with your right hand and rub it in a circular motion, then alternate;

5. Bend your fingers and rotate and rub the joints in the palm of your other hand, switching hands;

6. Put the five fingertips together on the palm of the other hand and rub them in a rotating motion, switching hands;

7. Scrub your wrists and alternate between them.

8. Rub your hands for at least 15 seconds.

How to dry your hands:

Dry your hands with a paper towel to prevent re-contamination.