Personal Care - Body Care

Here you will learn some English words related to body care such as "bathe", "spa", and "scrub".

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Personal Care
ablution [noun]

the act of washing oneself, often as a form of personal or spiritual cleansing

Ex: The desert travelers valued water for both drinking and ablution .
bath [noun]

the action of washing our body in a bathtub by putting it into water

Ex: My sister loves taking a long , relaxing bath .
to bath [verb]

to wash another person by immersing the body in water or applying water to the body using a cloth, sponge, or similar means

to bathe [verb]

to wash or clean the body by putting it in water or pouring water over it

Ex: In some cultures , it is customary to bathe in cold water for health benefits .

the unpleasant or distinct smell that emanates from a person's body

a bath with a special soap added to the water to make it foamy and scented

Ex: I always treat myself to a bubble bath when I need to unwind after a stressful week .

to make oneself neat or clean

Ex: The environmental activists are urging residents to help clean up local parks and green spaces .

to remove lice or similar insects from someone's hair or an animals coating

to improve one's appearance, energy, or smell, usually by washing, grooming, or getting refreshed

Ex:
grooming [noun]

the activity of keeping tidy and neat by brushing hair, keeping clothes clean, etc.

rubdown [noun]

a massage or vigorous rubbing of the body, often done to relax muscles and relieve tension

to thoroughly wash one's hands and arms before the surgical operation

shower [noun]

an act of washing our body while standing under a stream of water

Ex: I usually take a quick shower before breakfast .

to bathe under a continuous flow of water, typically for cleansing the body

Ex: He prefers to shower in the evening to unwind before bed .
to soak [verb]

to put something in a liquid for a period of time to allow it to absorb or become saturated

Ex: He soaked the stained shirt in soapy water to remove the dirt .
toilette [noun]

the act of grooming oneself or the process of getting ready

to towel [verb]

to dry or clean something or someone using a towel by rubbing or patting

to wash [verb]

to cleanse oneself or part of one's body with water and often soap or other cleaning product

Ex: After playing outside , the children needed to wash their feet before entering the house .

to clean one's hands, face, or body, typically using water and soap

Ex: She always washes up after playing with her pet .
to soap [verb]

to apply or lather with soap for the purpose of cleaning or washing

a type of bathing where a person's body is cleaned using a sponge or cloth soaked in water or cleansing solutions

to scrub [verb]

to clean a surface by rubbing it very hard using a brush, etc.

Ex: He scrubs the outdoor patio furniture to remove dirt and grime .
to rinse [verb]

to wash or clean something with water or another liquid to remove dirt, soap, or other substances

Ex: He rinsed the towel under the tap to remove the detergent .

to wash something, like hair or carpets, using a special cleaning solution

Ex: He shampoos his dog 's fur to keep it clean and smelling good .

a spa treatment where a therapist scrubs the skin with a product to remove dead skin and boost circulation, followed by rinsing or showering to clean the skin

a bubbly and frothy bath created by adding a soap or bubble bath product to the water, making it extra relaxing and enjoyable

a cosmetic treatment that exfoliates and nourishes the skin, leaving it smooth, refreshed, and glowing

a strong and forceful shower with high water pressure that can help you feel refreshed and revitalized

spa [noun]

a commercial establishment that offers a range of services related to health, beauty, and relaxation, such as massages, facials, saunas, and hot tubs

Ex: After a long week of work , he treated himself to a day at the spa .
mud bath [noun]

a therapeutic treatment where a person immerses themselves in a mixture of warm mud and mineral-rich water

a traditional bathing experience that involves steam, sauna, and scrubbing, typically accompanied by a massage

a special kind of bath or spa with jets that create swirling water currents for a relaxing and massaging experience

to create a frothy or soapy foam by vigorously rubbing soap or shampoo with water