How to prevent static from building up on me

[rasen58]

I've recently been developing a lot of static electricity and it's very annoying as I get shocked when i touch metal objects or other people. This isn't like it happens every time I touch something though.

It just happens after I take off my jacket for example. So then I have to find some metal object to touch to discharge because I'm scared about touching my laptop.

So is there a way to not build up static after taking my jacket off? I think it's because my jacket is fluffy inside?

 

[CWatters]

Several steps you can take..

Avoid man made fibres in your clothes (eg wear cotton rather than polyester shirts).
Use a fabric conditioner when you wash them.
Put Fabric Softener Sheets in the tumble dryer.
Avoid rubber soled shoes.
Turn down the air co and turn up the humidifier.

 

[rumborak]

Also, pro tip: If you know you will discharge and are dreading it, there's two things you can do:

- Grab your keys and discharge through those. No shock at all
- Bend one of your fingers, and discharge through the knuckle. There's almost no nerve endings at the knuckle, you will feel almost nothing.

 

[Physics-GEEK]

2 simplest ways :
Put lotion
Wash your hands with water
These 2 ways are based on the fact that dry skin and dry air are allies of static electricity.