Helpful adaptive personal hygiene tools
Some personal grooming skills can be tricky no matter what. Anyone who has ever burned themselves with a curling iron or cut themselves shaving knows that! But for people with disabilities, it can be even trickier. Some physical limitations make using some tools, like hair dryers, razors, brushes, and more even more difficult.
Many people have disabilities that affect their legs or feet, meaning they might have trouble standing in a shower. If you have issues with hand dexterity, it may be tough to brush your teeth or shave.
Fortunately, many companies that make these items have come up with solutions for those with disabilities. There’s also assistive technology that can help, such as voice-activated beauty apps or smart home devices to help with daily routines!
Here, we share some helpful tools that can make your hygiene routine a LOT easier!
- Toothpaste squeezers
- Lotion applicators
- Hair dryer stands
- One-handed or tabletop nail clippers
- Self-inspection mirrors
- Long-handled brushes and combs
- Foot scrubbers
- Easy-grip tweezers
- Shower chairs
- Universal hand grips
- Razor extension handles
- Electric toothbrushes (like Sonicare or Oral-B)
- Electric razor strap
- No-rinse shaving foam
- Floss holder
- Long-reach toenail scissors
- Elastic shoelaces
- Zipper pulls and button hooks
- Accessible shower robes
- Anti-slip bath body scrubber
- Bath stepper
- Shower rails
- Foot scrubbers
- Portable bidets
- Disability-friendly hair clippers (such as Buddy Clippers)
- Sensory-friendly grooming tools, such as soft-bristled brushes, hypoallergenic soaps and lotions, and unscented products.
Digital tools, such as iDo Hygiene, an app by The Center for Educational Technology, which helps users learn common personal hygiene skills.
