| Hygiene - The Most Important First Impression | |
| Hey, guys and girls let's talk about that date and what you should consider not to do and what to do. Rule #1 - You should always floss and brush your teeth. If you haven't flossed in a while I recommend doing this a few days before because your teeth will bleed if you are not used to it and your breath is actually worse with open sores. I would even tell you to try some baking soda on the teeth if your teeth are discolored or you smoke. Be careful though because if you rub to hard you can hurt your gums. Bottom line is make sure the breath is clean and you smile. I would even suggest trying a different brand of toothpaste just to have a fresh mouth. Do not use mouthwash before meeting someone in the next 30 minutes. Most of these things smell pretty bad with bad breath and it covers only for a few minutes. Don't try to bypass the flossing and brushing and just using mouthwash. It want work long enough to justify the try. Rule #2 - Take a bath and wash your hair. May sound basic, but if you are used to taking a bath at night before you go to bed take an extra hour and do it before the date. Try a new soap and shampoo to be fresh and sparkly. Rule #3 - (Guys) If you have talked on the phone with your date ask them if they like smooth shaven or hair on the face. If you posted a picture that shows hair and you show up with not hair it's as if you did false advertising. Let them know if something has changed or better yet send an updated picture to them. Unless you are going to something that is very casual like a UFC fight or a Harley Davidson Bike Convention I would suggest you shave. If you are wearing some really cool Affliction Shirts and Jeans and you are just a cool guy then the shadow or two day beard may suit you fine. Just be cautious and be sure to go with your gut instinct. Rule #4 - If you are going to meet your date or even are taking different cars you should clean your car. Yeah, get those burger wrappers and Taco Bell cups out of there. Get something to make your car smell good. If you smoke, quit smoking in your car period. I mean really clean your car. Go spend the money and vacuum, clean and shine what you can. It will make you feel better about yourself for a few days and you will feel like a new person. Rule #5 - I guess I am old fashion, but don't go on a date to just score. If you are not aware of what I am talking about I am saying don't just go to get laid or to have sex. The ultimate date should have some romance, but with cloths on. Get to know the person and you may be surprised that you have more in common than you could ever find out from just having sex. I believe you can honor yourself and the person you are with by being respectful and taking your time. Besides that diseases are on the rise. No one likes to think about this, but they say one out of four people have some time of sexually transmitted disease. |
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