Waterless Bath?

[sonofmdlbldr]

Hello All,

Anyone have suggestions for taking a waterless bath. I've been wanting a camp shower, especially for my wife, but for my solo trips I don't want to take the time to set that up.

I used to use stridex pads on my face and nubile body. I would also use "PSSST" dry shampoo for my wonderfully silky hair.

I recently found this…

https://www.headboy.org/drybath/

Been thinking about giving it a try. Does anyone else have any tips for taking a waterless bath out on the trail?

Thanks!

Joe

 

[tarditi]

I found sheets that are like wet naps (after you eat BBQ or something) but fold out to be about 3' x 2'
They are hypo allergenic and don't sting or anything - they are made for such occurrences and actually light enough to backpack with... if I could just find the link...

Could also use baby wipes. Just keep the privates clean - the rest keeps bugs away.

 

[Scoutn79]

WOW!!!! That waterless stuff is pricey. $150 for 10 baths plus however many more you can get from 2 250ml bottles. Interesting but for someone who would use maybe 4 a year that's a chunk-o-change.
I just use Wet Ones/Wet Wipes/Baby Wipes, have for years. A single packet for a couple bucks will last 2 or 3 years.

Darrell

 

[FordGuy1]

The body wipes from REI are awsome

 

[Hilldweller]

http://www.samsclub.com/sams/simply-right-adult-washcloths-240-ct/prod3670057.ip

 

[mike r]

I use the No Rinse stuff from REI

 

[peneumbra]

What about using that powdered water stuff? It comes in little containers, and when you want to use it, all you have to do is add wa-

Ah, never mind...

 

[SoCal Tom]

Here's another cheap option
http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/cetaphil-gentle-skin-cleanser/ID=prod5001-product
Tom

 

[Utah KJ]

Wet wipes handle de-grundelization duties, the rest is just awesomeness build-up

 

[Colonal Angus]

What about using that powdered water stuff? It comes in little containers, and when you want to use it, all you have to do is add wa-

Ah, never mind...

:xxrotflma

 

[1leglance]

What about using that powdered water stuff? It comes in little containers, and when you want to use it, all you have to do is add wa-

Ah, never mind...

TOOOOOO FUUUUNNNNYYYYY

Baby wipes for me...
or I heat up a bowl of water and use the Dr Bronners stuff for a navy shower

 

[mike r]

doesnt that need water to rinse?..

Here's another cheap option
http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/cetaphil-gentle-skin-cleanser/ID=prod5001-product
Tom

 

[SoCal Tom]

No, I was surprised myself, but it's recommended for care of bedridden people. It recommended to wipe of the excess with a soft cloth, but water isn't required. I first learned it could be used this way for a hospice worker.
Tom

 

[mike r]

thanks for the reply

 

[Stumpalump]

I like wet wipes because baby wipes smell funny. It's so hot here that after a day or two the salt bothers my eyes. Nothing works as well as water to cut and dissolve the salt even if it's only a small splash on a rag. I keep my bottom and eyes clean from the start and go barefoot as much as I can. Sand especially cleans your feet but regular dirt works. I went 8 days over New Years and never felt grungy.