When it starts to smell bad, that's when bacteria thrive. Nothing dangerous, but maybe not so pleasant.
Here are three simple tips on what you can do about smelly feet and armpits.
1. Wash with something other than soap
Soaps and shower gels are alkaline, and bacteria thrive best in alkaline environments. Therefore, do not wash your armpits or feet with soap if you have odor problems.
Instead, wash with something acidic like apple cider vinegar or lemon.
You can also wash with an antibacterial oil like coconut oil. Then wipe off the oil with a damp towel.
Here you can read about 15 ways to use coconut oil as a multi-purpose product.
2. Use balancing sprays
Sage water is pH-balancing on the skin.
It is also antibacterial, so it’s perfect to spray on armpits and feet after washing. This restores the pH and keeps bacteria in check.
We also have a good spray that counteracts odor from Gröna Gredelina. It freshens up everything from gym shoes and boxing gloves to yoga mats.
3. Use organic deodorant
Organic deodorants are effective without blocking the sweat function. Eco deodorants reduce sweating and prevent bad odor.
For feet, cream deodorant works very well. Natural deo has a foot deodorant in cream form. A very thin layer is enough and it is incredibly effective.
Odylique’s deodorant spray works just as well in shoes as under the arms since the formula uses a combination of botanical ingredients with antibacterial properties to absorb moisture and herbal extracts to naturally stop bacteria.
