*Wash daily with a deodorant soap= Using an antibacterial soap like Dial or Safeguard will work well on the bacteria that are producing the odor.
*Freshen up= During the day, if you can do a quick wash of your armpits with a wet washcloth or paper towel.
*Use a deodorant= Over-the-counter underarm deodorants will work fine on all odor-producing areas. The deodorant should contain antibacterial metallic salts (aluminum or zinc) to kill odor-causing bacteria. Roll-ons and sticks will provide better coverage and longer-lasting protection than sprays.
*Use an antiperspirant=Commercial antiperspirants will slow down some of the apocrine sweat production.They should contain aluminum chlorohydrate as their active ingredient and are often combined with deodorants.
*Powder the offensive area= Sprinkling some baking soda, talc, baby powder or cornstarch under the arms or across the body will absorb and mask many of the odors produced.
*Get the odor out of your clothes= Wash your clothes with an odor-fighting detergent. If necessary, take a change of clothes or underwear with you to work.
* Rub on some alcohol. "You may want to try directly applying a splash or two of some rubbing alcohol, witch hazel or hydrogen peroxide during the day just as some extra maintenance. These substances help reduce the number of odor-causing bacteria. Aim your splash where bacteria hang out—under the arms, for instance.
*Avoid spicy, pungent foods= Frequent consumption of foods containing garlic, curry and cumin can cause some overpowering odors to emanate from your pores—often up to 24 hours after consumption. Try cutting back on these spices and see if it helps.
*Trim underarm and body hair= Since men are the biggest offenders, they should follow the example of women and shave their armpits. The hairs trap a lot of the sweat and odor and provide hiding places for the bacteria.
*Wash daily with a deodorant soap= Using an antibacterial soap like Dial or Safeguard will work well on the bacteria that are producing the odor.
*Freshen up= During the day, if you can do a quick wash of your armpits with a wet washcloth or paper towel.
*Use a deodorant= Over-the-counter underarm deodorants will work fine on all odor-producing areas. The deodorant should contain antibacterial metallic salts (aluminum or zinc) to kill odor-causing bacteria. Roll-ons and sticks will provide better coverage and longer-lasting protection than sprays.
*Use an antiperspirant=Commercial antiperspirants will slow down some of the apocrine sweat production.They should contain aluminum chlorohydrate as their active ingredient and are often combined with deodorants.
*Powder the offensive area= Sprinkling some baking soda, talc, baby powder or cornstarch under the arms or across the body will absorb and mask many of the odors produced.
*Get the odor out of your clothes= Wash your clothes with an odor-fighting detergent. If necessary, take a change of clothes or underwear with you to work.
* Rub on some alcohol. "You may want to try directly applying a splash or two of some rubbing alcohol, witch hazel or hydrogen peroxide during the day just as some extra maintenance. These substances help reduce the number of odor-causing bacteria. Aim your splash where bacteria hang out—under the arms, for instance.
*Avoid spicy, pungent foods= Frequent consumption of foods containing garlic, curry and cumin can cause some overpowering odors to emanate from your pores—often up to 24 hours after consumption. Try cutting back on these spices and see if it helps.
*Trim underarm and body hair= Since men are the biggest offenders, they should follow the example of women and shave their armpits. The hairs trap a lot of the sweat and odor and provide hiding places for the bacteria.