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Dab apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is naturally acidic and has antimicrobial properties. You can find this home remedy for armpit odour in the grocery store. It neutralises the environment in your underarm area and destroys smelly bacteria. Using apple cider vinegar regularly can help prevent bacteria from accumulating in your armpits. Dip a cotton ball in a small bowl of apple cider vinegar and apply it to your underarms twice a day.
Rub a mixture of lemon juice and water
Lemon juice is another highly acidic ingredient that doubles as a home remedy for body odour. It reduces the pH of your skin and makes it uninhabitable for bacteria. Take half a lemon and rub it directly on your armpits. Repeat once daily until you notice an improvement in your armpit odour.
If you have sensitive skin, mix the juice of half a lemon with half a cup of water to dilute it. Pro-tip: Be careful when applying strong acidic home remedies like lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, especially if you have sensitive skin. To avoid any burning or irritation, only apply to clean, dry skin. Never use them right after shaving or if you have any nicks or broken skin.
Wear homemade or natural deodorant
Natural deodorant is a gentle, healthy home remedy for armpit odour. It is a great alternative to standard deodorant options that contain potentially harmful chemicals. Most natural deodorants are gentle on the skin and best if regular deodorant makes your skin itch or burn.
Make a diet change
Did you know that certain foods can intensify armpit odour? Try laying off these foods for a few days.
Cruciferous vegetables
Broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower contain sulphur, which your body absorbs and secretes through your sweat. Eating these veggies can impact your underarm odour for one to six hours.
Fish
Fish like tuna and salmon contain choline, a type of B-vitamin that produces a pungent fishy smell. Some people who eat fish can secrete choline in their sweat for up to a day. People who experience armpit odour after eating seafood may have a metabolic disorder called trimethylaminuria. Underarm odour may develop a fishy smell due to the body’s inability to break down the chemical trimethylamine that is naturally found in seafood. The odour will appear within a few hours and can last up to a day.
Personal hygiene
It might be time to take a good, hard look at your personal care routine. Practicing good hygiene habits can help reduce the amount of bacteria in your armpits. Wash your clothes regularly, trim or shave your pits and shower more frequently. Wearing an anti-odour undershirt also helps. — online sources.
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