Unlike many of us know, it’s not really the underarm sweat itself that stinks, it’s the causative bacteria that feed on the sweat released after we go on work out or become stressed. The longer your armpits stay warm and moist, the more the bacteria will feed on it, causing foul odor. Here are some tips to always make you smell fresh leaving you worry free from embarrassing smelly under arms.
1. Daily bathing.
Taking a shower of once or may be more than once a day if the weather is too hot significantly decreases the chances of having body odors. There are many deodorant soaps available in the market that may help you, these products contain antibacterial elements.
2. Wear Clean Clothes.
Wearing clean clothes, especially those made from breathable fabrics, are greatly advised. Such clothings allow any sweat to easily dry up.
3. Absence of under arm hair.
Removing underarm hair also reduces the number of bacteria thriving in the armpits. If you choose not to shave your armpit hair, it is advisable to wash those hairs thoroughly to avoid greater chances of stinking.
4. Use deodorants or antiperspirants.
Deodorants and antiperspirants are of the same purpose, they are made to block underarm odor. Hence, they do not have the same working mechanism. Deodorants fight the bacteria that feed on your sweat. Antiperspirants stop the production of sweat that the bacteria feed upon. But both deo- and antiperspirants may also contain some scent, yet, their main aim is to keep armpits odor free.
5. Make use of lemons and baking soda.
Sodium bicarbonate, better known as baking soda, has long been used as a natural cleanser and deodorizer. Lemons, on the other hand contain vitamin C which is very good for skin nourishment. You may mix these two and use the solution as scrub after every bath. The combination of both will remove underarm stains keeping you fresh despite the hot season.
6. Seek a doctor.
Constant bad underarm odor may necessitate medical help. Unpleasant body odors can be a sign of any possible underlying medical conditions such as liver and kidney (both are responsible for the body’s waste excretion) diseases.

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