Cleanliness is also a must. Regular washing of the face with warm water and soap removes oil, sweat, dirt, skin scales, and bacteria. Dry skin may benefit from soap with a cream base. Since the body is constantly excreting oil and perspiration, regular bathing is important. A daily bath or shower is essential to good health as well as for social reasons.
Body odor develops in the absence of bathing.
Deodorants and antiperspirants help to eliminate or prevent perspiration. Many creams and lotions are available to cleanse, lubricate, and moisturize the skin. They are especially helpful for people who have excessively dry skin that is sensitive to soap. The oil glands of the skin may become overactive, clogging the pores with oil. Oil and dirt that collect in pores produce blackheads.