Pink Girl's Dress Code

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PINK GIRL'S DRESS CODE - A Preteen's Guide to Femininity

1. Hygiene.

Always practice excellent hygiene. Even before you take any more steps, master the art of self-care. Shower daily to get rid of any dirt, and sweat, that your body accumulated throughout the day, and it prevents hygiene-related diseases. As a plus, showering daily helps you feel, look, and smell your best throughout the day. Washing your face daily is another important step to good hygiene. Don't forget to take your skin type into account when choosing a face cleaner. Brush your teeth every morning and evening. Regular tooth-brushing helps prevent gum disease. It is especially important to brush teeth after eating sweets or acidic foods that cause tooth erosion. To keep your gums extra strong, carry around a travel-sized toothbrush and toothpaste and brush your teeth in between meals. It's also generally more pleasant to be around someone with fresh breath.

Always wear deodorant. Antiperspirant helps control excessive sweat, while deodorant covers up unpleasant body odor caused by sweat. If you're just starting out, buy a few travel size brands and scents to find out what works best for you and what scent you like best. Wash your clothes after wearing them. In general, shirts should be washed after every use, while pants and shorts can be worn a few times before they require washing. Use your best judgment to determine how often to wash your clothes. Socks and underwear should be changed daily. Clip your fingernails and toenails regularly. Not only will this keep your hands and feet looking their best, it will prevent hangnails, breakage, and other potential damage to your nails. Short nails can't trap dirt under them the way long nails do. How often you clip your fingernails will depend on your personal desired length. Be sure to clean underneath your nails as well. Don't forget to shave your pits either. Odor can linger on the hair and become unpleasent.

2. Prevent Illness

Always wash your hands with soap and water. This is one of the most important ways to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Wash your hands after using the restroom; before, during, and after preparing food; before eating food; before and after caring for someone who is sick; after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; and after handling animals and/or animal waste. Consider keeping a hand sanitizer with you at all times in case you can't reach a bathroom to wash your hands. Never forget to cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze. This is extremely important if you want to avoid spreading germs to those around you.

Never share razors, towels, or makeup with other people. Sharing personal items like these with other people increases the likelihood of spreading Staph infections. Also, keep up with doctor's visits. Seeing your doctor regularly can help catch illnesses and infections early, making it much easier to treat them. Visit your doctor when you are feeling sick or think you may have an infection, and be sure to keep up with routine check-ups.

3. Your Period

Periods are a natural part of being a girl. While they can be bothersome and gross at times, it is really a beautiful thing. If you haven't had your first period yet, there are usually warning signs that it's coming. In time, you'll learn to recognize them. Girls usually get their first period around the age of twelve, though it may happen sooner, or later. Do some research on your computer or at the local library and pay close attention to your body for warning signs. While your period will always be a surprise, you will at least be prepared.

To be completely prepared, keep a small bag in your purse or backpack with pads or tampons, and an extra set of underwear. A spot remover will also be handy in case you start at school, or anywhere else in public, and you get blood on your pants. It is important to keep a variety of pads or tampons in your bag. At least three liners, two regular pads, or tampons and, if you feel it's necessary, feminine wipes.