Excessive sweating and underarm odor are a common, but still very unpleasant phenomenon.
However, if you don’t want to use chemical based products, for they are far from the best choice, or if you have tried almost everything that promises that will eliminate underarm odor, but you still haven’t solved your problem, you should definitely read this article.
Baking Soda
Is the use of baking soda to get rid of odors in your laundry or fridge, then, it is a good idea to use it to eliminate underarm odor too. Baking soda is natural and gentle.
Prepare your remedy by mixing a little cornstarch and a little baking soda, and use it before you get dressed. It will keep your skin dry and fresh all day long.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
In a spray bottle mix a little water, ACV, and some lemon juice. Spray this solution under your arms before getting dressed in the morning. Don’t hesitate to carry the bottle at work in case you need to reapply it. This spray is extremely efficient in eliminating the bacteria responsible for the unpleasant odour.
Lemon
Due to its ability to balance the pH level of the skin, this citrus fruit can be very helpful when it comes to eliminating underarm odour. Simply put a lemon slice on your armpit, let it act for fifteen minutes, and go fresh for the day. Lemon can also be used for removing household odours.
Stop Shaving
Normally, body hair on your underarms is there for reason, so shaving it causes issues. Those hairs absorb the moisture that causes the underarm odor and bacteria. When shaving it off, the skin is getting irritated by lotions, shaving creams, depilatory creams or razors, and they also allow bacteria to grow.
Tea Tree Oil
Tree oil has been used as an antifungal and antibacterial agent for hundreds of years. This gentle oil can solve various skin problems, including underarm odor. Mix some natural rosewater and a few drops of tea tree oil, spray under the arms and get rid of odor immediately.
Natural Soap
Underarm odor can also be eliminated by using a natural soup for the entire body. You can make it by your own (castile soap), or you can buy a natural handmade soap from goat’s milk.
