Personal Hygiene

Looking for products for bathing? Tous Ergo has selected a variety of products for personal hygiene that is truly thorough! In our range you will find body cleansing lotion, pre-moistened disposable washcloths, and a lotion applicator...

To keep your bathroom or shower room truly clean, our selection also includes disinfectants for furniture and fixtures, such as disinfecting wipes or an odor eliminator.

Complete buying guide: bathing and body care when independence is changing

Helping an older loved one age in place, or managing a disability day to day, means adapting hygiene supplies. Mature skin gets thinner, drier, and more vulnerable to outside irritation, which raises the risk of rashes, incontinence-associated dermatitis, or pressure sores. Using personal hygiene products developed specifically for medical and geriatric care is essential.

1. Rinse-free bathing: a better option for people who are bed-bound

For patients with extreme fatigue, pressure sores, or a temporary loss of mobility, a full wash at the sink or in the shower is often impossible. Waterless hygiene products are the best alternative for staying clean while reducing the physical load on the caregiver.

• Pre-moistened disposable washcloths: Made with hypoallergenic, pH-neutral lotions, these washcloths clean the whole body, including intimate areas, with no wash basin and no rinsing. They dry quickly and leave the skin moisturized.
• Rinse-free shampoo caps: They go straight on the head, are massaged for a few minutes, and absorb oil and dirt. Hair comes out clean and soft with no transfer to the bathroom.
• Large body wipes: Ideal for a quick wash or for a change when incontinence is an issue, they neutralize odors while protecting the skin's hydrolipidic film.

2. Moisturizing and protective care: guarding fragile skin

Good personal hygiene does not stop at washing. Feeding the skin is crucial for a senior.

• Body cleansing lotions: Often enriched with superfatting agents (such as aloe vera or sweet almond oil), they clean gently while leaving a protective film.
• Barrier creams: With incontinence (urinary or fecal), a zinc oxide barrier cream shields the skin from moisture and acidity, helping prevent redness and skin breakdown.
• Care oils: Excellent for stimulating circulation during a light massage, they actively help prevent pressure sores at pressure points (heels, sacrum).

3. Ergonomic accessories: more independence in the bathroom

A smaller range of motion (from arthritis, for example) often makes it hard to wash the back, feet, or lower legs. Occupational therapy offers targeted solutions:

• Lotion and cream applicators: With long curved handles, these accessories let you moisturize your back or calves without twisting. The heads are often interchangeable and fitted with massage beads.
• Long-handled brushes and sponges: Curved and lightweight, they make it easier to clean hard-to-reach areas in the shower and reduce the risk of a fall or loss of balance.
• Toe washer: A specific tool for preventing fungal infections in people with diabetes or a larger body who can no longer bend forward.

4. A clean environment: keeping hygiene equipment safe and sanitary

Personal hygiene goes hand in hand with the cleanliness of the equipment you use (commode chairs, shower stools, raised toilet seats). A healthy setting helps prevent healthcare-associated infections at home.

• Disinfecting wipes and sprays: Designed to eliminate 99,9% of bacteria, viruses, and fungi, they quickly clean plastic or metal medical furniture without damaging it.
• Molecular odor eliminators: Unlike ordinary air fresheners, these enzyme products destroy the source of the odor (often urine, or stale air in a hospital-bed room), leaving a clean, dignified setting for the patient.

Comparison chart: choosing a bathing method