Dermat-recommended ways to keep your boob area clean and fresh

Breast area is one of the most unhygienic areas in our body if not kept well. If you're a woman you know very well what your boobs have to go through whole day. Tight bras, under boob sweat, sweat between your breasts and itching are all common and almost inevitable but do you know how much harm does it cause to you? If not cleaned well the area might end up becoming a perfect breeding ground for germs, which may cause skin irritation, marks and breakouts. We spoke to an expert dermatologist Dr Aparna Sanathanam, who explained to us ways to keep your boob area fresh and clean: Regular bath and keeping the area moisture-free: This might seem trivial but it is important. Not taking a proper and regular bath is a no-no. And when you're taking bath pay special attention to the area under and in between the boobs as these places tend to perspire and thus cleaning them regularly is a must. Also, make sure the area is dry as moisture tends to attract germs too. Use cotton bras: With the advent of a whole new generation of bras, there are a lot of options in the stores. When it comes to cleanliness and well being of your breast area, choose cotton bras over other fabric bras. Cotton tends to absorb maximum sweat keeping your fresh all day long. Wear well fitting bras: This is a point that is always disregarded by most women. Wearing well- fitting bras is as important as wearing bras. Ill-fitting bras will lead to skin irritation. In fact, according to the dermatologist, you should have two sets of bras of two different sizes . One set to be used before your periods and the other after that. It is because the size of your breasts tends to change before you are about to get your periods. Don't sleep with your bra on and keep changing it time to time: One should avoid  sleeping with their bras. Not only does it affects the shape of your breasts, wearing the same bra for so long will lead to more germs. Keep changing your bras from time to time especially if you are someone who works out/travels extensively. Use anti-fungal dusting powder: This powder will keep germs away. If you have a day full of activities and no time to change your bra you should definitely apply. Try these and let us know your feedback. Image:Shutterstock