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Belly Button Needs to be Cleaned Regularly As Well

2019-07-22 , 12:00 am

Last Updated on 2022-08-01 , 2:22 pm

We wash our hands, feet, body and face on a daily basis. Why, even our armpits get the royal treatment.

But what about your belly button?

Yes, a quick scrub and rub-a-dub-dub are necessary.

Here are Some Interesting Facts about Your Belly Button That Might Scare You

Around 2,300 kinds of bacteria can be found in your belly button. In the first ever study done, around 1,450 strains of the bacteria were actually newbies in the science field. Some dirt found in belly buttons are so hard, it can be mistaken for skin cancer! Belly buttons can also get yeast infections. Ewww.

How Do You Clean It?

This video is all you’ll ever need to know if you’re on the right track, or if you should change your method.

Why You Should Clean Your Belly Button

Hey, it’s a part of your body. You should not neglect it. And yes, it’s so easy to be kept clean. It’s actually kind of sexy too.

What Happens When You Don’t Clean It

Apparently, a navel stone can form if you don’t keep your belly button clean. If you’re not a fan of disgusting things, close your eyes. I saw this and I promised myself that I will keep my belly button clean.

According to dermatologists, navel stones are called omphaloiths/umboilths. They’re basically a mass made up of keratin and sebum that has oxidised. What you’re seeing is the final product – a rock solid and pure black piece of art.

Masses can occur when you aren’t able to clean your belly button properly or out of pure neglect.

Trust me, you won’t want this to happen to you. Ever.

The Bottom Line

Aim to clean your belly button as often as you can. No, it doesn’t have to be a daily thing. Probably twice a week is decent enough.

You’ll have a clean belly button and a happy smirk on your face!

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