A US dermatologist has revealed the most overlooked body part that you must clean every day to avoid the risk of serious health issues.
According to Dr Roger Kapoor, neglecting to wash behind your ears, an area chock full of dirt, oil and dead skin, can lead to eczema, infections and even life-threatening sepsis.
Furthermore, bacteria lurking in the crease can migrate to open wounds, such as ear piercings or scratches inside the ear, and trigger infections.
In severe cases, these infections may spread to other parts of the body and enter the bloodstream, leading to sepsis.
As for eczema, the build up of oil, dirt and sweat can create a moist environment for bacteria and fungus to thrive, which can worsen the condition, as well as cause general skin irritation.
And if all that isn't enough, you might also smell bad too.
He advised using a gentle soap and scrubbing behind the ears with fingers to clean the area thoroughly on a daily basis.
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