Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water is the most effective way to remove sperm from your hand.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Soap and Water: The mechanical action of washing, combined with the surfactants in soap, effectively dislodge and remove sperm from the skin.
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Procedure:
- Wet your hands with clean, running water.
- Apply soap and lather thoroughly, ensuring you cover all surfaces of your hands, including between your fingers and under your nails.
- Rub your hands together vigorously for at least 20 seconds. A helpful tip is to hum the "Happy Birthday" song twice from beginning to end.
- Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
- Dry your hands with a clean towel or air dry them.
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Why this works: Soap helps to break down the outer layer of sperm cells, making them easier to wash away. The water then carries the sperm away from your skin.
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Effectiveness: While washing with soap and water doesn't guarantee that every single sperm cell will be removed, it significantly reduces the number present and minimizes the risk of pregnancy if the sperm were to come into contact with a vagina afterwards.
