Body odour is one of the most common complaints during the warmer months – here's how to prevent it!
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During summer (and sometimes spring), temperatures can get so high that even the mildest stroll from the car to the store leaves us struggling and wishing we'd parked in the shade.
But don't forget that during these scorching months, there is another annoyance we have to face: the body odour that clings to our clothes and follows us wherever we go.
Any person can experience the embarrassment of unpleasant body odour. But the problem is worse during the summer when the hot and humid weather makes us sweat much more than we usually do.
Contrary to popular belief, sweating does not by itself generate body odour because human sweat is odourless, claims board-certified dermatologist Ranella Hirsch, MD.
The body releases an unpleasant odour when the bacteria on the skin degrade the protein molecules in sweat. Other causes of body odour include poor personal hygiene, a bad diet, and in rare instances, particular medical disorders.
The sweaty odour can be avoided if the underarms are regularly cleaned with antibacterial soap. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)
Thankfully for us, a body care enthusiast is here to recommend a quick-fix method that allows us to banish body odour in no time.
Mary, who goes by the handle 'Madame Sweat' on social media, revealed that the secret to smelling clean and fresh is all in how armpits are washed, advising Aussies to do the trick exactly to get rid of the funk for good this summer.
She said the stench could be brought about by the 'mixture of sweat and bacteria on the skin', explaining that by getting rid of the bacteria, we can fight the nasty smell.
According to her, using an antibacterial soap with apple cider vinegar, salt, and charcoal, rubbing the armpits for 30 seconds, and rinsing it with clean water can eliminate odour.
'This helps remove sweat and dead skin cells that get trapped under the arms, which are necessary to produce body odour,' Mary added.
Improper body cleaning, particularly around the underarm area, could lead to lingering bacteria, which in turn causes smelly sweat even after you've convinced yourself you've lathered up enough.
It should be noted that deodorant residue, as well as hair, may also contribute to the stench, which is why getting those suds going for at least thirty seconds is necessary.
If you want to prevent body odour from occurring, here are other helpful tips to keep in mind!
So, did you learn anything new, folks? How do you keep unpleasant body odour at bay? Let us know in the comments below!
But don't forget that during these scorching months, there is another annoyance we have to face: the body odour that clings to our clothes and follows us wherever we go.
Any person can experience the embarrassment of unpleasant body odour. But the problem is worse during the summer when the hot and humid weather makes us sweat much more than we usually do.
Contrary to popular belief, sweating does not by itself generate body odour because human sweat is odourless, claims board-certified dermatologist Ranella Hirsch, MD.
The body releases an unpleasant odour when the bacteria on the skin degrade the protein molecules in sweat. Other causes of body odour include poor personal hygiene, a bad diet, and in rare instances, particular medical disorders.
The sweaty odour can be avoided if the underarms are regularly cleaned with antibacterial soap. Credit: Getty Images. (Stock photo)
Thankfully for us, a body care enthusiast is here to recommend a quick-fix method that allows us to banish body odour in no time.
Mary, who goes by the handle 'Madame Sweat' on social media, revealed that the secret to smelling clean and fresh is all in how armpits are washed, advising Aussies to do the trick exactly to get rid of the funk for good this summer.
She said the stench could be brought about by the 'mixture of sweat and bacteria on the skin', explaining that by getting rid of the bacteria, we can fight the nasty smell.
According to her, using an antibacterial soap with apple cider vinegar, salt, and charcoal, rubbing the armpits for 30 seconds, and rinsing it with clean water can eliminate odour.
'This helps remove sweat and dead skin cells that get trapped under the arms, which are necessary to produce body odour,' Mary added.
Improper body cleaning, particularly around the underarm area, could lead to lingering bacteria, which in turn causes smelly sweat even after you've convinced yourself you've lathered up enough.
It should be noted that deodorant residue, as well as hair, may also contribute to the stench, which is why getting those suds going for at least thirty seconds is necessary.
If you want to prevent body odour from occurring, here are other helpful tips to keep in mind!
- Use an effective antiperspirant.
- Change clothes regularly.
- The fabric of your clothes can affect how you smell.
So, did you learn anything new, folks? How do you keep unpleasant body odour at bay? Let us know in the comments below!
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