Last September, I wrote a very stupid blog post based around a plot line on FXX’s You’re the Worst, in which Jimmy is horrified to learn that his live-in girlfriend Gretchen doesn’t wash her legs while in the shower. As I confessed then, neither do I. The reaction to this news was...stronger than anticipated.
For every genuinely clever device that manages to succeed on Kickstarter, there are 1,000 other ridiculous crowdfunding campaigns that thankfully don’t succeed. There’s a chance you might roll your eyes at the Nail Capsule, unless you’re not a monster and hate the thought of fingernail clippings flying all over the…
Keeping our hands clean is the best way to prevent the spread of infections, so it’s surprising to learn that that Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) disagree on how to do it right. A new study shows that the six-step hand-washing technique promoted by the WHO is the better…
A lot of products, including toothbrushes, rely on the physical testing of prototype after prototype to help perfect a design. But it’s an expensive and time consuming process, so researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute have developed a virtual brushing simulator that promises to revolutionize how toothbrushes are…
You may already feel like you’ve taken several showers today with the 1000% humidity situation in parts of the country, but you need another. What’s the best in-shower storage for your toiletries? Tell us in the comments.
Popping a breath mint only masks bad breath—it doesn’t actually solve the problem. If you stink up the vicinity every time you open your mouth, this video will help you find the culprit and fix it for good.
Old Spice carried the day in our best men’s deodorant vote, taking down 35% of the more than 12,000 votes as of this writing. We also need to talk about antiperspirants and natural alternatives, so let’s get into it.
Last week we tackled bad breath. Now let’s go ahead and move on to your armpits before summer really kicks in. What’s the best men’s deodorant? Tell us in the comments.
Listerine took down over 60% of your votes, easily winning the title of best mouthwash in our voting. There are several types of Listerine, and of course lots of alternatives, so let’s get into it.
In addition to regular brushing, flossing, and tongue scraping, mouthwash is a great way to keep your mouth healthy and keep your breath from becoming a danger to those around you. Which mouthwash is most deserving of a swish in your mouth? Tell us in the comments.
Want to try out a Sonicare toothbrush without breaking the bank on one of your favorite high end models? You can grab a 2 Series or 3 Series kit for as little as $30 today on Amazon. Click here to see the full list of eligible models, and note that an additional $10 will be taken off in your cart. [Extra $10 off…
Today only, Amazon’s offering great prices on gear to keep your teeth in top shape between dentist cleanings.
Our dentists constantly remind us to replace our toothbrushes every 90 days so they’re most effective at battling plaque, but how often do we really remember to do that? To make it easier, Brush Buddies has created the 90 Day Brush featuring a timer and built-in LCD display that reminds users exactly when it’s time to…
Most of us are happy to take an ignorance-is-bliss approach to the cleanliness of the mattress we sleep on every single night. But the truth is, your bed could be swarming with millions of feasting dust mites leaving a staggering amount of droppings behind. So now you understand why Dyson’s created a new hand vac…
Before Listerine found its true commercial calling as a mouthwash, it was a general purpose antiseptic meant to be used on cuts, sore throats, dandruff, and, most horrifying of all, down there. "It possesses great penetrating power," touts the ad!
It took me a second to realize that these two common use items were not only made of Lego bricks, but to really see the size of both of them. These two creations, by Carl Merriam, made for the HARDnuary building contest are really cool. I really wish he would've thrown a minifigure in there to show just how gigantic…
The term breathalyzer is most commonly associated with a device used by law enforcement to measure someone's blood alcohol content after they've been pulled over. But with a few tweaks made to the chemicals used in a breathalyzer's sensor, the device can also be used for detecting other problems. Instead of measuring…
If you've ever had the sneaking suspicion that hand dryers in public bathrooms just spray bacteria into the air, then you'll want to look at this spatterful photo. A trio of scientists set out to test exactly how hand dryers aerosolize bacteria, and the results are gross.
Taking 35% of your over 7000 votes, Barbasol takes home the honor of being your choice for Best Shaving Cream. Created in 1919 and used by 1 in 4 men, Barbasol’s iconic design has become the poster child for shaving cream. Plus, it’s cheap.
How much was the last toothbrush you bought? Probably not enough to be worth remembering. That sort of casual indifference to your toiletries is a kind of luxury for those without any luxuries at all. More specifically, for those without a $4,000 toothbrush staring them in the teeth every morning.
