Body hygiene kit
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A body hygiene kit is a small container (bag/case/kit) which holds body hygiene/toiletry products for a trip
lasting one night or more. Body hygiene kits are used primarily by people travel
ling on foot and/or by public transport (e.g. backpackers
, people carrying suitcase
s, etc.). People travelling with a personal vehicle (e.g. mobile home, houseboat, etc.) do not need to carry a container on their body and can simply use their regular mirror, sink, and sink closet. Overnight kits are similar to body hygiene kits, with the exception that clothing
is included and the kits are usually only used for one night. A body hygiene kit should not be confused with a cosmetic/makeup
kit which is intended to restore or improve a person's appearance.
A body hygiene kit specifically for men may be called a dopp kit
.
Trip
Trip may refer to travel, a vacation, or a psychedelic experience. It is also an informal description for a circuit breaker or its action. Trip may also refer to:-People:*Trip Adler , American entrepreneur...
lasting one night or more. Body hygiene kits are used primarily by people travel
Travel
Travel is the movement of people or objects between relatively distant geographical locations. 'Travel' can also include relatively short stays between successive movements.-Etymology:...
ling on foot and/or by public transport (e.g. backpackers
Backpacking (travel)
Backpacking is a term that has historically been used to denote a form of low-cost, independent international travel. Terms such as independent travel and/or budget travel are often used...
, people carrying suitcase
Suitcase
A suitcase is a general term for a distinguishable form of luggage. It is often a somewhat flat, rectangular-shaped bag with rounded/square corners, either metal, hard plastic or made of cloth, vinyl or leather that more or less keeps its shape. It has a carrying handle on one side and is used...
s, etc.). People travelling with a personal vehicle (e.g. mobile home, houseboat, etc.) do not need to carry a container on their body and can simply use their regular mirror, sink, and sink closet. Overnight kits are similar to body hygiene kits, with the exception that clothing
Clothing
Clothing refers to any covering for the human body that is worn. The wearing of clothing is exclusively a human characteristic and is a feature of nearly all human societies...
is included and the kits are usually only used for one night. A body hygiene kit should not be confused with a cosmetic/makeup
Cosmetics
Cosmetics are substances used to enhance the appearance or odor of the human body. Cosmetics include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toe nail polish, eye and facial makeup, towelettes, permanent waves, colored contact lenses, hair colors, hair sprays and...
kit which is intended to restore or improve a person's appearance.
A body hygiene kit specifically for men may be called a dopp kit
Dopp kit
A Dopp kit is a small toilet bag, made of leather, vinyl, or cloth, that is used for storing men's grooming tools for travel. Common items kept in a Dopp kit are deodorant, a razor, shaving cream, comb, shampoo, nail clippers, scissors, toothbrush, toothpaste, and cologne...
.
Components
- Small bag for packing body hygiene products
- ToothbrushToothbrushThe toothbrush is an oral hygiene instrument used to clean the teeth and gums that consists of a head of tightly clustered bristles mounted on a handle, which facilitates the cleansing of hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. Toothpaste, which often contains fluoride, is commonly used in conjunction...
and toothpasteToothpasteToothpaste is a paste or gel dentifrice used with a toothbrush as an accessory to clean and maintain the aesthetics and health of teeth. Toothpaste is used to promote oral hygiene: it serves as an abrasive that aids in removing the dental plaque and food from the teeth, assists in suppressing...
or Teeth cleaning twigTeeth cleaning twigA Teeth cleaning twig, twig toothbrush, bush toothbrush, tooth twig, chew stick, or chewing stick is a tool made from a twig from a tree with antimicrobial properties.-Twigs used:... - Straight or safety razorRazorA razor is a bladed tool primarily used in the removal of unwanted body hair through the act of shaving. Kinds of razors include straight razors, disposable razors and electric razors....
and shaving creamShaving creamShaving cream is a substance that is applied to the face or wherever else hair grows, to provide lubrication and avoid razor burn during shaving. Shaving cream is often bought in a spray can, but can also be purchased in tubs or tubes. Shaving cream in a can is commonly dispensed as a foam or a gel...
or electric razor - Hair brush or combCombA comb is a toothed device used in hair care for straightening and cleaning hair or other fibres. Combs are among the oldest tools found by archaeologists...
- Sunscreen lotion, spray, or gel
- Contact lensContact lensA contact lens, or simply contact, is a lens placed on the eye. They are considered medical devices and can be worn to correct vision, for cosmetic or therapeutic reasons. In 2004, it was estimated that 125 million people use contact lenses worldwide, including 28 to 38 million in the United...
es and contact lens disinfectant solution - Toilet waterToilet waterEau de toilette is a lightly scented perfume used as a skin freshener. It is also referred to as "aromatic waters" and has a high alcohol content. It is usually applied directly to the skin after bathing or shaving. It is considered a "weak" perfume. Toilet water is defined as a dilute perfume...
(or cologne or perfume) - Tooth picks (optional)
- TweezersTweezersTweezers are tools used for picking up and manipulating objects too small to be easily handled with the human hands. They are probably derived from tongs, pincers, or scissors-like pliers used to grab or hold hot objects since the dawn of recorded history...
(optional) - Nail brush (optional)