Identify your most common face-touching triggers
Keep your hands busy with a stress ball, pen, or fidget item
Wash your hands regularly
Keep nails short and clean
Tie back long hair if it leads to face touching
Use reminders like sticky notes or phone alerts
Wear gloves or bandages on fingertips at home if needed
Place tissues nearby for itching or wiping
Apply moisturizer or eye drops to reduce irritation
Avoid resting your face on your hands
Sit on your hands or place them in your lap when idle
Practice replacing the habit with a safer action
Cover mirrors or reduce mirror-checking if it triggers touching
Keep your phone and other shared surfaces clean
Use mindfulness to notice the urge before acting
Seek help from a professional if the habit feels compulsive