Keeping clean on the streets

A young adult male the other day related his issues of personal hygiene while hardsleeping. Looking at the size of his backpack I reasoned he was overburdened with items amounting to personal mementos rather than survival needs.

What I recommended to him was

1. Towel with tight weave to dry quick.
2. Liquid Gel, rather than soap bars.
3. Dental products kept in a ziploc baggie.
4. Deodorant or antiperspirants.
   
5. Essential haircare products. Clippers possibly since they can be used for bartering services or use.
   

These are the basic essentials. Once sheltered, additional items such as acne pills or other daily regimen health care products can be brought in 'then' once additional storage space is found.

The difference can amount to an unnecessary burden on the back when you're homeless.