This topic is for discussing lotions, grooming products, deodorants, hygiene habits and the like. I thought of the idea after perusing the "sweat stain" and "cocaine/drugs in hair" discussion in one of the recent threads.
I don't sweat profusely but after all, I'm human -- and I do sweat under the pits. But you know what stains clothes ? Antiperspirant (which normally contains all kindsa bad stuff like aluminum). I don't care if I sweat...but I don't want to stink. I've been using "Tom's of Maine" -- completely holistic and natural products -- deodorant sticks for years [Tom's deodorant sticks do not contain antiperspirant]. Do Tom's products prevent wet spots from appearing under your pits ? No. But these products will prevent body odor. In one of the photos I posted yesterday, my sweaty pits are clearly evident...but I don't give a shit about that. The thing is, natural human sweat doesn't stain...but antiperspirant mixed in with sweat does stain clothes.
For body lotion, I use commoner's drug store brands such as Jergens and Nivea on my body and Body Shop on my face. Nothing special at all. I often hear about my lovely skin but honestly, I don't use Botox or do anything special. Just lots of yoga, healthy diet, exercise, as much sun as I can soak, and of course -- no smokes or booze.
I do get my face waxed (at a local salon) about once a month...dark skinned women are prone to hairy faces -- and I'm not thrilled about the moustache'd look on women.
People often tell me that I have beautiful teeth. Yes, I take fabulous care of my teeth. Daily brushing and vigorous flossing, staying away from sweets, consuming plenty of calcium, etc...
So, that's my contribution. Now let's hear yours...
