u/DealEffective8813

I used to think if I just washed well the smell would be gone. Turns out it’s not that simple.

Sweat itself is mostly odorless. The smell comes from bacteria on your skin breaking down the sweat. If those bacteria are still there or the area stays moist, the odor comes back pretty quick especially in hot weather.

A few things that make it worse:
• Not drying completely before getting dressed
• Using only deodorant (it mostly covers smell) instead of antiperspirant (which reduces sweat)
• Synthetic shirts that trap heat and moisture
• Applying product while the skin is still damp
What seems to work better:

1. Wash with regular soap or an antibacterial one
2. Dry the underarms fully (pat dry, dont just wipe)
3. Put antiperspirant on only when the skin is completely dry
4. Wait a minute or two before putting your shirt on
5. Wear cotton or other breathable fabrics when possible

A lot of people also say applying antiperspirant at night works better becuz you sweat less while sleeping so it has time to actually do its job.

Anyone else dealt with this? What finally helped you?

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