Skin


		Skin & hair

When you're on bed rest, skin and hair care can be challenging to the most skilled personnel. Here are a few tips on in-bed hair washing and skin care techniques. Bathing and shampooing are as important now, more than ever. Lying in a bed can actually break down the skin. It's not unusual to get rashes or sores on continued bed rest.

Shampooing hair in bed

slide to the end of the bed so your head is at the edge

drape a bath size towel under your shoulders and neck

open the plastic bag and place over the shoulder towel
so the water will drain into the plastic bag

hang the plastic bag into the trash bin for reservoir support

Bathing & Skin

	using a glycerin soaps and lotions will keep the skin soft and healthy
	when bathing in bed, don't forget to rinse well
	using a feminine cleansing bottle after using the bathroom and daily bathing will keep you fresh.

SOURCES

Shampooing hair in bed
tall kitchen trash bin, strong plastic trash bag, shampoo, pail of warm water, pitcher

Bathing & Skin
pail of warm water, soap, lotion, feminine cleansing bottle