A Cuban user on TikTok has gone viral with a video sharing a unique method for bathing during Uruguay's extreme cold. "We Cubans are special beings; we don't stop bathing whether it rains, thunders, lightning strikes, or a meteor falls," he begins in his video. He then admits the real challenge comes when temperatures hit -1, -2, or -3 degrees Celsius. For those moments, he revealed a practical solution: the "CCS" technique (face, butt, and armpits).
"Wash them well," he advised in the video that has sparked laughter and reactions among users.
"We use the airplane bathroom, wings, and engine"; "You're very welcome here, who doesn't use that technique?"; "In the Río de la Plata, there's a similar method called the 'Polish bath'"; "We called it a Turkish bath"; "I bathe the same way, but it's tough... but what's worse is what you have to endure on the bus. I think quite a few people don't even use that technique"; "That's a Chinese bath, here yes, here no"; "We bathe all year round. Bathing helps you not feel so cold. I bathe every day at 6 AM"; "My grandmother called that a 'photo ID bath'"; "The English bath, face, butt, and feet"; "It should be CCSP, adding the feet"; "My mom called it a Polish bath, face, butt, armpits"; "In Uruguay's cold, we call it an express bath"; "I bathe with hot water, but I do it quickly not to freeze," read the reactions to the entertaining video.
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Cold Weather Bathing Techniques
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers related to cold weather bathing techniques, inspired by the viral TikTok video.
What is the "CCS" technique?
The "CCS" technique stands for washing the face, butt, and armpits, providing a quick and practical solution for bathing in extremely cold conditions.
Why do people use such techniques in cold weather?
These techniques help minimize exposure to cold water and reduce the risk of discomfort or hypothermia while ensuring essential hygiene is maintained.
Are there other names for the "CCS" technique?
Yes, similar methods are known by various names, such as the "Polish bath," "Turkish bath," "photo ID bath," and "express bath," depending on the region.