Running Out of Toilet Paper? You NEED to Read This!

The current COVID-19 pandemic has led to a very strange phenomenon where toilet paper (affectionately known as ‘loo roll’ in the UK) seems to be the first thing that people are panic buying.

It almost boggles the mind as to how a respiratory illness from China can cause the stores in the US to sell out all their toilet paper in hours. Panic can make people illogical and selfish.

On an interesting note, there’s a website online that online that will calculate how long your existing supply of toilet paper will last. You can see it here: https://howmuchtoiletpaper.com/

The only possible explanation for all the hoarding is that people are afraid that the pandemic will be a protracted situation, and they’ll be left without any more toilet paper.

While this is hardly likely because there are no production hiccups and supply chains are still strong, you may encounter a situation where you can’t buy toilet paper because the store shelves are empty.

You may be running low or have completely run out, and now you’re really in a sticky situation.

So, what do you do?

• Bidets

The most difficult hurdle to overcome will be to shift your mindset. It’s also the easiest way to deal with the toilet paper shortage.

Millions of people in Europe, Asia, etc. use bidets to clean up after defecation.
A spray of water is delivered directly to the anus and cleans the area pristinely. It’s more hygienic than toilet paper and its hassle-free.

You’ll not need any toilet paper when water is your friend.

Americans who are not used to this practice and can’t even fathom the idea of using a ‘bum gun’ to clean themselves will be hesitant to try it out.

Do give it a try and you may never look back. Tough times call for improvisation and adaptation.

Rather than spending hours in queues or jostling with other people just to get toilet paper, you could easily purchase a bidet from Amazon and install it in your house. Problem solved.

• Wet wipes

This is another alternative to toilet paper. There are two problems here. Firstly, these may be sold out too. Secondly, flushing wet wipes down your toilet may clog the plumbing.

If your toilet gets clogged, you’ll need to find a plumber to fix the problem and during these times of self-isolation, that will be a bigger chore than usual.
Some people may hoard baby wipes as toilet paper substitute.

This is not recommended because babies NEED those wipes too, since their skin is softer and more sensitive. Be thoughtful even when times are tough.

• Fast food napkins

Sometimes you just have to think out of the box. Fast food outlets usually provide paper napkins with their meals. Buy a Happy Meal and voila! You’re now the proud owner of some McToiletpaper.

• Washable towels/cloth rags

This one is nasty and should only be undertaken by those with a strong constitution. All levity aside, the cloth towels/rags will be used just like toilet paper, but when you’re done using the towels, you’ll need to wash them in hot water so they can be reused later.

If the idea of doing this makes you balk, you’re better off just getting a bidet and calling it a day.

• Paper products

There are many other types of paper that you could repurpose as toilet paper. You could use old newspapers or you could yank out the A4 paper from your printer and use those too. CVS receipts are another option.

The problem here is that you’ll need to soften the paper with water first. The last thing you want are paper cuts on your behind.

Then there’s also the issue of safety. You don’t know if the inks on the paper or the receipts will have any negative effect on your health, if absorbed by your skin.

You’ll also need to discard the used ‘toilet paper’ in the trash and not flush it down because your plumbing will get clogged.

• Sanitary pads and/or sponges

Feminine hygiene products may be sold out, but if all you can get your hands on are sanitary pads, those can be used as toilet paper too.

Dishwashing sponges are another alternative. But just like the washable towels, you’ll need to reuse them which means washing them and enduring the ordeal.

Once again, none of these products should be flushed down your toilet because they do NOT break down like toilet paper, and will clog the sewer lines.

Besides the options mentioned above, hardcore survivalists will recommend toilet paper alternatives such as leaves, rocks, corn husks, etc.

These are extreme measures, and we’ve not reached a situation where you’re living off-grid or in the wilderness. The store shelves will be restocked and many supermarkets have instituted quotas on the essential items to prevent hoarding.

Your best bet during this time will be to use a bidet and get through the shortage until the situation returns to a relative state of normalcy. Rest assured that it will happen soon.

Do You Really Need to Make Your Own Hand Sanitizer?

There’s a common assumption that hand sanitizers will help you avoid the COVID-19 virus. This is a misconception. While these little bottles of alcohol-based solutions can help to kill some bacteria, they’re not your most potent weapon against the coronavirus.

Currently, people are hoarding bottles of hand sanitizers and some are even reselling them at higher prices. Even in stores, if you can find these products, they have been significantly marked up in price.

• Vodka doesn’t work!

More and more people are thinking of creating their own hand sanitizers at home.

There have been videos circulating around on social media where you can see clueless souls mixing vodka or bourbon with water to create a hand sanitizer spray that would make MacGyver proud.

In reality, vodka or other alcohols sold in stores just do not meet the mark when it comes to creating a potent hand sanitizer. You need at least 75% alcohol… and the ones sold in stores are usually only around 40 to 50%. They’re too weak to be of any use… besides getting you high.

Furthermore, using the wrong type of alcohol can cause burns or skin problems. You’re better off wearing disposable gloves rather than rubbing some questionable homemade concoctions on your hands.

• A quick recipe

While making your own hand sanitizer is unnecessary, if you truly insist on making it, you might as well follow a recipe provided by the World Health Organization.

You can find the recipe to download here: https://www.who.int/gpsc/5may/Guide_to_Local_Production.pdf
Follow the instructions to the letter.

• 4 Precautions That are Better than Hand Sanitizers

*Wash your hands often.
This is so simple and basic, yet has been overlooked by millions of people until now. Washing your hands with soap and water is far more effective than any hand sanitizer on the planet. It cleanses your hands and washes away most of the bacteria.

*Avoid touching your face

When you’re outside, you’ll come into contact with countless surfaces such as handrails, elevator buttons, door knobs, etc. All these places can have bacteria/viruses on them.

In many cases, you might have no choice but to touch these surfaces. The best thing you can do to mitigate the problem is to constantly remind yourself to keep your hands far away from your face, and to immediately wash your hands once you have access to soap and water.

*Disinfect your workstation

If you have no choice but to go to work, use a towel and disinfectant spray like Dettol or Lysol to wipe down your work area. Once again, do not sink into complacency and touch your face when at work.

*Practice basic hygiene at home

Avoid wearing shoes into your home. You don’t want to track bacteria from outside in.

Shower before you sit anywhere in your house. Place all clothes that you wore outside straight into the washing machine and wash them.

The goal here is to minimize contact between the items in your house and what you wore outside. You may choose to wipe down your handbag/briefcase with a cloth and some disinfectant spray.

If you can adopt these 4 precautions, you’ll be far less likely to get infected with COVID-19. Of course, besides these measures, social distancing is the BEST way to keep the disease at bay.

Be alert. Be proactive. Be safe.

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Cheers, Helene Malmsio

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