Personal hygiene is important. There’s a lot more that goes into it than simply smelling good. Proper hygiene helps maintain our health and happiness. It’s easy to put things off when you’re on the road, but staying on top of personal hygiene will make you feel better. Sure, you will also avoid looking like a slob, but drivers spend the majority of their time alone anyway. The main motivation for staying clean on the road is t the feeling you get from it. You’re at work. Maintaining a level of cleanliness also helps maintain a level of professionalism. This professionalism will help you take your job more seriously and lead to a more fulfilling workday. Here are the top 5 tips for trucking companies in Nashville to stay fresh on the road.
1. Shower When You Can
The best way to do a complete reset is to take a shower. Hot water, soap, and shampoo clean you from head to toe and are a great way to either start or end a day. Showers are one of the many comforts of home that you might miss while you’re on the road, but there are many places where you can clean yourself up. Many truck stops offer shower stalls and even have apps you can use for payment and reservations. However, these stalls cost money. Paying for showers every day can add up over time. The good news is that many of these truck stops offer points on the fuel you purchase, which can be used for a free shower. Try to plan these stops out to save yourself the money while still allowing yourself to enjoy a quick shower.
2. Baby Wipes
The sad fact is that showers aren’t always available. However, there is a quick and easy workaround for when a shower just isn’t going to happen: baby wipes. Or, if you really want to treat yourself, try the larger version of baby wipes made specifically for truckers: Detour Driver Wipes. Keeping a pack of these in your truck allows you to wipe yourself down every morning (or night) so you can feel clean even though you haven’t even left the cabin of your truck. A good wipe down keeps you feeling fresh while also avoiding the unpleasant odor that comes from a few days without bathing.
3. Brush Your Teeth
Oral hygiene is great because not only does it help avoid embarrassing bad breath, but it helps avoid disease. Prolonged bouts of not brushing your teeth increases the likelihood of gum disease. It might not be intuitive, but gum disease directly translates to heart disease. And if there’s one thing you want to take care of, it’s your heart. Bacteria in your mouth can get into the bloodstream through your gums. And once something’s in your bloodstream, it inevitably reaches your heart. Protect you heart, your breath, and your smile by brushing your teeth at least twice a day. This can be done in the cab of the truck as long as you have a little water to rinse out your mouth afterwards. You can floss right in the rearview mirror for extra points.
4. Change Your Clothes Every Day
Even if your clothes don’t look dirty, change them every day. Fresh clothes look better but even more important, they feel better. Pack enough clothes before you leave to cover you throughout your trip. Clothes don’t take up much room, especially if they are kept in space saver bags. Truck stops occasionally host washers and dryers, and laundromats are always an option. But this takes time. The best scenario is one in which you have enough clothes packed to last for your entire trip. In fact, you should pack even more than you think you need to minimize the risk of running out of clean clothes before you get home.
5. Bring an Electric Razor
Not everybody shaves. But if you do, an electric razor can be kept and used in the cab of your truck. Give yourself a quick buzz in the morning before heading out on the road. Even if you prefer using a regular razor, an electric razor is a good investment. You won’t need a sink to wash your face. It’s much quicker. It can be done right in your driver’s seat. The ease of use and portability of an electric razor makes it an essential item for those who shave frequently.
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