The terms of use of pillows, toothbrushes and creams are named

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Foreign experts presented the terms of use of pillows, toothbrushes, sunscreens and contact lens containers. According to experts, following the rules will help avoid health problems.

At the top of the list is the toothbrush. The American Dental Association suggests replacing this device as soon as the bristles begin to wear out, which usually happens every three to four months. If you wear contact lenses, you should replace your contact lens case every 90 days, or sooner if you see cracks that could harbor bacteria. Proper care for plastic lenses involves regularly rinsing them with a solution and letting them dry.

“Do not leave your contact lenses in your eyes for longer than they are designed to wear, and always replace them according to the schedule recommended by your eye care professional,” the experts added.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns that sunscreens, like other over-the-counter medications, should not be used after their expiration date. If there is no expiration date, three years from the date of manufacture are considered the best-before date.

There are no hard and fast rules about when to throw out your old pillow, but the National Sleep Foundation suggests doing so every one to two years, especially if it has not been protected from dust mites. Processing also helps in this regard, but it is important to follow the recommendations on the label, as some products are not intended for washing machines.