A rotating, or oscillating, brush head cleans your teeth by rotating a circle of bristles clockwise or counterclockwise. Oscillating brush heads are often arranged in slightly different ways to create a variety of cleaning styles, ranging from general-purpose brushes to heads focused on plaque removal, flossing, and teeth whitening. Sweep brush heads feature strong bristles aligned in the traditional rectangular shape found on most manual toothbrushes. Look for brush heads labeled as 'TriZone' or 'DeepSweep' on the packaging. Gentle brush heads have soft bristles designed to minimize irritation on sensitive teeth and gums. Look for brush heads labeled as 'Gentle' or 'Sensitive' on the packaging. Every electric toothbrush company carries different types of brush heads, some of them exclusive to the brand. After purchasing a base toothbrush, look at what heads your company offers and purchase ones that advertise effects you find appealing. Popular specialty heads include Precision Clean, ProWhite, and InterCare. Before committing to a specialty brush head, look online for reviews or studies showing whether it is effective or not.

Summary: Purchase a rotating head for general purpose cleaning. Grab a sweep head for a cleaning similar to a manual brush. Get a gentle brush head if you have sensitive teeth or gums. Try specialty heads to achieve specific results.

Choice of shoe is key to making sweatpants work for men. Make sure they're clean and match the rest of your outfit. Slim sweatpants are big among sneaker-heads, because it's a great way to show off their kicks. If you've got a pristine pair of Jordans, put on your tailored sweats and wait for the compliments to roll in. To dress them up, skip the sneakers and go for loafers with no socks or a pair of Chukka boots. Sweatpants are the ultimate in casual wear, but to keep them from looking sloppy, try a crisp white t-shirt, a chunky cardigan, or an untucked oxford. For a low-key look, layer a flight jacket over a t-shirt and accessorize with a beanie and boots. If you're wearing a t-shirt or a henley, make sure it is clean and fitted to contrast the loose pants. Solid colors, patterns, or vintage t's can all work. Tucking in your button down can make your look a little more polished. Avoid sweatpants with logos or writing. Wear a crew neck sweater over a button-down and leather trainers. Every time you step out in your sweats, you are fighting against the image that sweatpants are for slobs. If there's a stain on your pants or they're wrinkled or have holes, you're going to slide into the stereotype of looking like you don't care.

Summary: Stick to casual footwear like high-top trainers, Converse, Chukkas, leather boots, or loafers. Keep it casual. Dress up your sweatpants with tailored jackets and shirts. Make sure your sweatpants are clean before you leave the house.

Just like with your face, you want to use a lotion that is designed for your particular skin type. Don't assume your body has the same skin type as your face either. Sometimes the skin on your body is drier or more acne prone than the skin on your face, and determining the distinct skin type that your body is currently is important. As with face lotions, you want to look for body lotions that include the best ingredients for moisturizing your skin type. This is why it's especially important to first determine your body skin type, since assuming it is the same as your face could mean applying ingredients that could damage the skin or cause breakouts. Some ingredients that are great for each skin type are: Normal skin: Look for thicker lotions or moisturizing creams that include ingredients like vitamin C to help manage antioxidant damage and vitamin E to satiate thirsty skin. Licorice as an ingredient will also help reduce any pigmentation damage. Oily skin: Use lightweight, non-greasy formulas, especially ones that are fast absorbing or contain witch hazel, which is a great natural ingredient for reducing excess oil production and body acne by unclogging pores. Avoid thick, greasy products or ones that contain alcohol or petrolatum. Dry skin: Look for thick cream-based lotions or healing ointments, especially ones that contain shea butter or coconut oil, two intensely moisturizing ingredients that repair the skin's moisture barrier. Avoid products that contain alcohol, which will dry out the skin further. Sensitive skin: Look for products that contain soothing ingredients like Echinacea to sooth the skin and avocado oil, which contains fatty acids and tons of vitamin B to moisturize the skin and regulate cell function. Avoid products that contain chemicals, dyes, or perfumes. Combination skin: Look for oil-free formulas containing panthenol, zinc oxide, and lycopene. Avoid thick creams and water-based gels, which will be too heavy or drying for the combination areas. Taking into consideration the consistency of the lotion and the directions on the product, pump or squeeze a suitable amount of lotion into your hands. You don't want to pump lotion for your entire body into your hands all at once; you want to focus on one area of your body at a time. Rub your hands together to warm up the lotion and then apply it to your body. Gently press the lotion into your skin with slow sweeping motions, focusing your application on areas that are particularly dry, like the knees and elbows. Before you exit the steamy bathroom or put on clothes, give the lotion about 5 minutes to sink into your skin. The humidity will keep your pores open, which will allow the lotion to sink in faster and hydrate your skin better. Putting clothes on or wrapping a towel around yourself too soon will wipe away the lotion you just applied, and you will lose all of the moisturizing benefits.

Summary: Figure out what skin type your body is. Purchase body lotion with active ingredients for your skin type. Apply lotion immediately. Let the lotion sink in.

Check the zippers on your backpack to see if they have a hole where you can place a lock. Don't put a lock through the tags on your zippers since they can easily be broken off. If you plan on traveling with your backpack through busy areas, invest in locks so no one can steal your belongings. If you're taking your bag through an airport, make sure you use a lock that's TSA-approved. Backpacks that have a basic color, such as black or brown, are easier for thieves to steal since they don't have any distinguishing features. Look for backpacks that have reflective strips or bright colors so you can identify it as your own and stay safe while you travel. If your bag doesn't have any built-in colors, use ribbons or neon duct tape on parts of your bag so you can see it from a distance. Keep in mind how you're primarily using the backpack to determine what sort of storage you need. For example, you may want separate sections for dirty and clean clothes or a laptop sleeve to hold protect your valuables. Compressions straps are buckles used to hold your materials tightly so they don't take up as much space. When you pack your bag, use the compression straps to hold down soft items, such as clothes. Tighten the straps to condense your things so you can put more on top. If your bag doesn't have compression straps, then you can also buy compression cubes to put in your bag instead. Some larger travel backpacks have smaller packs attached that you can remove. That way, you don't need to carry all of your belongings everywhere you go. Instead, you can leave your larger bag where you're staying and travel light during the day. Not every travel backpack will have a removable day pack.
Summary: Look for backpacks with lockable zippers to keep your belongings safe. Use a bag that has an eye-catching color so you can recognize it. Check for useful pockets and compartments inside your bag. Try a bag with compression straps to pack more items. Get a removable day pack if you don't want to carry your large bag everywhere.