Effective Home Remedies To Get Rid Of Smelly Armpits

Effective Home Remedies for Smelly Armpits

When we sweat profusely and the dirt remains on the body for long, it allows bacteria to grow. This bacteria along with dead skin cells release odor which makes the body stink.

As per doctors, sweat doesn't smell but when bacteria grow, they cause a breakdown of sweat which then releases an unpleasant odor. This mechanism differs from person to person as some stink bad while some don't stink at all.

Lemon Juice
Just like ACV, lemon juice has high acidic content to inhibit bacterial growth. Applying lemon juice would lower down pH levels to kill the bacteria on the skin.

Take a lemon and cut it into halves.
Rub it directly on your armpits.
Let it dry for a minute and then wash off with water.
It is best if you do this process before taking a bath.

Lavender Oil
Lavender essential oil is great for the skin. It is found to target the odor-causing bacteria to prevent stinky underarms.

• Take a bowl and add 2 teaspoon baking soda and 3 teaspoon corn starch.
• To this dry mix, add 8-10 drops of lavender essential oil. Mix everything.
• Scrub your underarms daily with this mixture to find a noticeable difference in odor.
• You can also make it in a large quantity and store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Tea bag

Tea has a compound called tannins which prevents sweat formation on the body that could trigger bacteria buildup. It keeps the skin dry to reduce sweating. Just boil some tea bags and pour the water in your bathtub. Bathe with this regularly to completely get rid of the smelly armpits.