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The smell of sweat
Sweat is one of the body's natural and useful secretions, as it plays an important role in regulating its temperature, ridding it of toxins and preventing skin friction, but many men and women alike may suffer from the emission of an unpleasant odor accompanying it, especially in the underarms, as a result of increased sweat secretion In this area due to the increased activity of the sweat glands in it, or due to the presence of a fungal or bacterial infection, or due to lack of concern for personal hygiene.
Remove sweat by medical methods
- The use of botox injections in places of sweating.
- Use of laser surgery to remove sweat glands.
Removing sweat by home methods
Baking soda
It helps in absorbing moisture from the skin and kills the bacteria that cause bad odors, and it is used by mixing a tablespoon of baking soda with an equal amount of lemon juice in a homogeneous manner, then applying the mixture under the armpits and places of excessive sweating in the body, and leaving it for several minutes before washing it with lukewarm water, and after that Shower.
Apple cider vinegar
It balances the pH level of the skin and kills the bacteria that cause odors, and it is used by rubbing the underarms with apple cider vinegar and leaving it for about three minutes before showering, and it is recommended to use this method twice a day in the morning and before bedtime to obtain the desired results.
Lemonade
It reduces the pH level of the skin, and it is used by rubbing the underarms with half a lemon and leaving it to dry, then showering, and following the method once a day.
Rosemary
It contains chlorophyll and menthol, which contain deodorant properties, and it is used by soaking half a cup of dried rosemary leaves in four cups of hot water for ten minutes, then adding the soaked to the bath water and soaking the body in it for about a third of an hour and leaving it on the body to dry .
Sage
Reduces the activity of the sweat glands, and it is used by soaking two tablespoons of sage in four cups of hot water for ten minutes, and using the soak to rinse the armpits twice daily.
Tea tree oil
It contains anti-bacterial and astringent properties to reduce sweat secretion. It is used by mixing two drops of tea tree oil with two tablespoons of water in a homogeneous manner, placing the solution in a spray can and using it as a deodorant.
Tips to avoid bad breath
- Pay attention to personal hygiene and shower at least once a day.
- Wash clothes after wearing them.
- Adopting a healthy, balanced diet rich in fruits and green leafy vegetables such as: lettuce, spinach and watercress.
- Avoid frying pans, onions, garlic, fatty foods, and sugary, high-caffeinated drinks.
- Avoid wearing tight shoes, or wearing shoes for long periods.
- Wearing cotton clothes.
- Drink more water to rid the body of toxins.
