eHow Logostyle section
  • Fashion
    • Apparel
    • Shoes & Accessories
    • Dress on a Budget
    • Clothing Care
  • Makeup
    • Makeup Basics
    • Eyes
    • Lips
    • Face
    • Natural Makeup
  • Hair
    • Care
    • Color
    • Styling
  • Skin
    • Anti-Aging
    • Skin Conditions
    • Skin Care Basics
    • Natural Skin Care
    • Suncare
    • Shaving & Hair Removal
  • More eHow
    • home
    • style
    • food
    • money
    • health
    • mom
    • tech
Featured:
Allergies
Grilling Guide
eHow Now Blog
  1. eHow
  2. Beauty & Personal Care
  3. Bathing, Grooming & Shaving
  4. Bathing, Grooming, & Shaving Basics

Bathing, Grooming, & Shaving Basics

RSS
  • How to File Your Nails for a Square Cut

    Nail shape is largely a matter of personal preference. Properly done, there is no difference in the strength of squared nails versus arched nails. However, squared nails may be less likely to snag because the tip and sides are the same length. A square cut may also appear more flattering on people who have oval cuticle beds.

  • How Does One Actually Use a Bidet?

    If you live in the United States and you haven't done much traveling throughout your lifetime, you've probably never seen or used a bidet. A bidet is a bathroom fixture that is used to clean a person's nether regions to help them maintain better hygiene. Bidets are often found sitting next to or near the toilet. They use a stream of water to help clean underneath a person's backside, making the area cleaner than using toilet paper alone. Many Americans were never taught how to actually use a bidet. With the correct technique, using a bidet can be quite effective.

  • How to Properly Use a Bidet

    A bidet is a low-mounted washing station for your genitals and anus area. Usually located in the bathroom next to the toilet, the bidet streams water out of the bowl when the faucets are turned on. The bidet's water jets allow you to clean yourself more thoroughly, after using the commode. While the bidet is a common bathroom fixture in places like Europe, for instance, it isn't so prevalent in the United States. If you've never used this device, its operational procedures might not be intuitive.

  • Beauty Care Uses for Macadamia Nut Oil

    The macadamia nut is the world's finest nut, according to Macnut.co.nz. Eaten whole, these nuts are among the healthiest foods, with high amounts of protein and no cholesterol. Macadamia nut oil also has become well known, not only for its culinary quality, but also for its cosmetic uses.

  • What Is Kangen Water?

    Kangen water is ionized tap water that some health care providers claim has benefits for people suffering from a variety of health issues.

  • How to Use the Poodium

    The Poodium is an innovative piece of bathroom furniture that does the job of a magazine and newspaper rack, a toilet paper holder, a book or laptop desk, and allows your body to function in a more normal fashion when having a bowel movement. The Poodium has a built-in footstool so the user can place their feet in an elevated position when having a bowel movement, allowing the body to process things much more smoothly. It takes away from stress and straining on the abdominal cavity, and the Poodium comes ready to use within minutes of unpacking.

  • An Introduction To Interacting With Salon Clients

    Learn tips on how to better interact with your salon clients in this free video clip on cosmetology.

  • How to File Natural Nails

    A beautifully filed natural nail can make any ones hand look young and elegant. Filing natural nails keeps rough edges from ripping and keeps the nail in a healthy shape. Filing your natural nails should be a critical step to any nail care regimen. So whether you are giving yourself a salon quality manicure or just cutting your nails, do not skip filing them.

ehow.com
  • About eHow
  • How to by Topic
  • How to Videos
  • Sitemap

Copyright © 1999-2012 Demand Media, Inc.
Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Ad Choices en-US

TypeF eHow Style
Verisign seal