Why Handwashing Is Still the Superhero of Everyday Health

🦠 Why Hand Hygiene is Still the #1 Superpower

Germs love to hitch a ride on our hands — from door handles to your phone screen, they’re everywhere. But here’s the magic: proper handwashing is still the single most effective way to stop germs in their tracks. Studies show handwashing can:

✔ Reduce diarrheal disease by up to 47%
✔ Lower transmission of dangerous viruses and bacteria significantly
✔ Even help reduce trachoma, an eye infection causing blindness in children, by 60% (Woods, 2019)

And while hand hygiene is critical, the reality is — it's only effective if done properly. Soap and water (or hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol) are your best defense. But fun fact — antibacterial products aren’t recommended for everyday use, and gloves? They don’t replace handwashing either (Provencial Health Services Authority, 2022).

🫧 The Power of Foam: More Fun = More Clean

Here’s where it gets exciting. Research shows the type of soap you use can impact how well — and how often — you wash your hands (Conover, 2016):

💡 Fun Factor Drives Compliance: When handwashing feels enjoyable (think airy foam, refreshing scents, playful textures), people actually wash longer and more often. More time + more lather = fewer germs!

💡 Soap Type Matters: Both foaming and liquid soaps effectively reduce bacteria, but foaming soaps make the process feel faster, lighter, and more satisfying — making users less likely to skip this essential habit.

💡 Pro Tip: Proper technique is still key! Foam makes it fun, but you’ve got to scrub those hands for at least 20 seconds to banish those germs effectively.

✋ The Right Way to Wash — Fun Foam Edition

To get the most out of your Freshcia foamy goodness:

1. Pump enough foam to cover all hand surfaces

2. Scrub for at least 20 seconds — sing your favorite tune while you do!

3. Don’t forget between fingers and under nails

4. Rinse well, and

5. Dry thoroughly — because damp hands transfer germs more easily!

🌈 Why Freshcia Makes Handwashing Feel Like a Treat

Our Foaming Hand Wash Starter Kits aren’t just stylish — they deliver a bubbly, joyful experience that encourages better hygiene. Compact, refillable, and loaded with playful scents, they make washing your hands a moment of indulgent fun, not a chore.

🎉 The Takeaway? More Fun, More Foam, More Clean Hands

Next time you lather up, remember — science and fun can go hand in hand. With Freshcia, you're not just washing your hands — you're refreshing your routine, protecting your health, and making hygiene a little more delightful every day.

Refresh. Refill. Repeat.

Sources:

Conover, D. (2016). Comparative Efficacy of Foaming and Non- foaming Handsoap in Reduction of Microorganisms in Handwashing. [online] Available at: https://scholarworks.uark.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3043&context=etd.

Provincial Health Services Authority (2019). Recognizing World Hand Hygiene Day. [online] Phsa.ca. Available at: http://www.phsa.ca/about/news-stories/stories/recognizing-world-hand-hygiene-day [Accessed 27 Jun. 2025].

Woods, G. (2019). ‘Do you see that lady who was going blind? Look at her now!’ [online] Sightsavers. Available at: https://www.sightsavers.org/stories/2019/10/how-super-school-of-five-is-changing-lives/ [Accessed 27 Jun. 2025].