Have you been wondering how you can remove body odor permanently?
Is unpleasant body odor affecting your self-esteem and causing you to withdraw from social activities?
If it is, this blog post will teach you 11 things that you can do for effective body odor treatment. From surgical procedures to antiperspirants and dietary recommendations, we have covered the best for you.
Body Odor Causes
Body odor, which is also known as bromhidrosis or BO, develops when bacteria on the skin breakdown the proteins in sweat and produce a nasty smell. This bad odor usually emanates from the underarms and groin area because they contain the apocrine sweat glands that produce protein-rich sweat.
Factors that can make body odor worse include hormonal changes, being overweight, hot weather, exercise, stress, and medications like some antidepressants, penicillin, and dupilumab.
If you want to know whether you have body odor, smell the armpit area of clothes you have worn. If the clothes have a nasty smell, then you most probably also have bad body odor. You can also ask a trusted family member or friend whether they notice an odor emanating from you. Another thing you can do is to observe how people behave when they are around you.
How To Remove Body Odor:
Bathe With Antibacterial Soap
Bathing twice a day with an antibacterial soap for body odor like Dial Antibacterial Soap Gold is very important since it eliminates the bacteria that cause body odor. We recommend Dial Antibacterial Soap Gold because it contains benzalkonium chloride which is a powerful antiseptic that kills 99% of the bacteria. This makes Dial Antibacterial Soap Gold the best deodorant soap for male body odor.
The price in Kenya for Dial Antibacterial Soap Gold is Ksh 500.
You can buy Dial Antibacterial Soap Gold in Nairobi Kenya from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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Panoxyl is another body odor blocker since it contains benzoyl peroxide which kills the bacteria that cause body odor. It should be used to wash the armpits.
The price in Kenya for Panoxyl is Ksh 4000.
You can buy Panoxyl in Nairobi Kenya from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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During the day, you can also wipe yourself with antibacterial wipes to further reduce the odor causing bacteria. We recommend Hanan Antibacterial Wipes.
You can buy Hanan Antibacterial Wipes in Nairobi Kenya from our Nairobi Almasi Skincare Shop located on Moi Avenue, Sawa Mall, 3rd floor, Shop C15. Call 0721 963 156 or WhatsApp +254 721 963 156 to order. We deliver countrywide/worldwide.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Use Antiperspirants At Night
Using antiperspirants reduces body odor since it decreases the amount of sweat and the activity of the odor-producing bacteria. We recommend Certain DRI Prescription Protection and Secret Clinical Antiperispirant.
Certain DRI Prescription Protection offers 72 hour sweat protection for men and women. It contains 15% aluminum chloride which is the highest concentration that can be purchased without a prescription. It is fragrance free and ideal for sensitive skin. It is applied at night to dry underarms before bed.
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Secret Clinical Antiperspirant offers 100 hour sweat and odor protection. This clinical strength antiperspirant deodorant for women is a pH balanced invisible solid which also contains hyaluronic acid to hydrate the skin and strengthen its barrier. It controls sweating from stress, heat and activity.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Use Deodorants During The Day
Using deodorants masks body odor. We recommend Native Deodorant for men and women.
Native Deodorant is a natural deodorant for men and women which offers 72 hour odor protection. It does not leave white marks and it is aluminum free in addition to not containing parabens and phthalates. It contains baking soda, probiotics, coconut oil and shea butter.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Get Rid Of The Hair
Hair in the armpits and private parts reduces the rate at which sweat evaporates and this gives the bacteria more time to work on the sweat and create odors. Therefore, get rid of the hair to help control body odor by shaving, waxing or laser hair removal.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Wear Clean Clothes
Wear clean clothes and shoes daily and change them during the day if you sweat excessively. In addition, avoid manmade fabrics and wear natural fibers like cotton, wool and silk. If your feet sweat a lot, wear moisture-wicking socks and change them twice a day. We recommend Dickies Men’s Dri-Tech Original Moisture Control Crew Socks.
Dickies Men’s Dri-Tech Original Moisture Control Crew Socks are made of soft, breathable, moisture-control fibers. They also have ventilation channels to enhance air flow. These durable socks have reinforced heels and toes. They also offer arch compression for stability and support.
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If foot odor is a big problem, use foot powders for sweaty feet to keep smelly feet at bay. We recommend Dr. Scholl’s Odor-X Ultra Sweat Absorbing Foot Powder.
Dr. Scholl’s Odor-X Ultra Sweat Absorbing Foot Powder is clinically tested to offer 12 hour relief. It offers maximum sweat absorption to keep feet and shoes dry and fresh because it contains 6 powerful odor and wetness fighters.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Avoid Sulfur Rich Foods
Consuming sulfur-rich foods like garlic, onion, broccoli, cabbages, cauliflower, and asparagus can make the sweat more pungent when the sulfur is secreted in it. Therefore, avoid consuming these foods. Ensure that you also do not consume excessive amounts of protein as it may affect body odor. In addition, avoid foods that affect how much you sweat like alcohol, chilies, caffeine and MSG (monosodium glutamate).
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Eat Odor Reducing Foods
Eat foods that are said to reduce body odor like the following:
*Chlorophyll rich foods like parsley, wheatgrass, spinach and kale
*Herbs like sage, peppermint and rosemary
*Citrus fruits like lemons and oranges
*Fermented foods like yogurt
You can also use chlorophyl for body odor by consuming a chlorophyl supplement because chlorophyl is used as an internal deodorant to reduce body odor, halitosis or bad breath and the odor of feces and urine. In addition, chlorophyl has antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. We recommend Now Liquid Chlorophyl.
Now Liquid Chlorophyl is an internal deodorizer which promotes cleansing, freshens breath and may support the body’s detoxification process.
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You can also take underarm body odor pills like Deos Body Deodorizing Supplement.
Deos Body Deodorizing Supplement contains chlorophyllin, parsley, and mint. It is a natural and effective supplement for fresh underarms, fresh private area and fresher smelling breath.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Manage Stress Effectively
Stress can trigger sweating which can lead to body odor as the bacteria breakdown the sweat. Therefore, manage stress effectively by practicing relaxation techniques like mediation and abdominal breathing regularly.
Click on the link to learn The Best Stress Management Relaxation Techniques
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Consult Our Doctor
Consulting a doctor when you notice unusual body odor is very important for body odor treatment since it allows for evaluation to check for diseases that can cause bad body odor like diabetes (fruity odor), liver (bleach odor) or kidney disease (ammonia odor).
Our doctor can also prescribe prescription strength antiperspirants which reduce the amount of sweat that a person produces.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Get Botox Injections
Our doctor can do Botox injections in the armpits to block the release of the substances that trigger sweating. Studies have shown that this reduces sweating by 82-87%.
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How To Remove Body Odor:
Get ETS Done
ETS stands for endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy. It is a surgical procedure in which the nerves that control sweating in the armpits are cut. This is usually the last option due to the risk of other nerves in the area being damaged.
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FAQ
How to remove body odor naturally?
To remove body odor naturally mix baking soda and water to form a paste and apply it to the armpits.
You can also use acv for body odor by diluting apple cider vinegar in water at a ratio of 1:1 and applying it to the armpits. Its antibacterial properties help kill the bacteria that cause bad body odor.
What causes a female with strong body odor?
Strong body odor in women can be caused by the following:
*Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
*Hormonal changes like in menopause, pregnancy, puberty or during the menstrual cycle
*Diet that is rich in sulfur foods like onions, garlic and broccoli
*Stress
*Medical conditions like diabetes, liver and kidney problems
*Medications like some antidepressants
Do pineapples help with body odor?
There are no medical studies that link eating pineapples to improving body odor. However, pineapples are not sulfur-rich foods and so they are not known to cause bad body odor.
Does drinking water help with body odor?
There are no medical studies that link drinking water to improving body odor. However, water is not a sulfur-rich drink and so it does not cause bad body odor.
Share with us in the comments section your views on how to remove body odor.