{"id":2814,"date":"2019-01-17T06:04:01","date_gmt":"2019-01-17T06:04:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=2814"},"modified":"2021-03-22T18:39:48","modified_gmt":"2021-03-22T18:39:48","slug":"10-solutions-to-eliminate-body-odor-naturally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/10-solutions-to-eliminate-body-odor-naturally\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Solutions to Eliminate Body Odor Naturally"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you tired of spending money on over-priced deodorants that don\u2019t last through the day? While it\u2019s a myth that aluminum antiperspirant products cause breast cancer, that doesn\u2019t mean that you\u2019re not spraying chemicals on to your skin when you give yourself a blast of the sweat-absorbing spray. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sure, deodorants can keep your underarms feeling dry, but they cost a fortune, think about how many cans you purchase over the course of a year to keep you smelling clean and fresh. What if there was a natural way to keep you sweat-free?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first commercially manufactured deodorant appeared on the market for purchase in 1883, with the first aerosol spray arriving on store shelves in 1903. Before then, people used to take a bath and rub essential oils into the underarm skin to remove body odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to toss out your can of deodorant, why not replace it with a natural means of controlling your perspiration?
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1.    Cornstarch and Baking Soda Paste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re never going to believe this, but it\u2019s possible to control your body odor with a few products lying around the kitchen. Pull out your tub of baking soda<\/a> and mix a few teaspoons with a bit of water. Make sure you don\u2019t dissolve the baking soda, what we\u2019re looking for here is a fine paste that you can apply to your underarms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baking soda absorbs moisture and keeps your armpits feeling dry throughout the day. Add in a teaspoon or two of cornstarch to the mixture as well. Cornstarch is effective at absorbing body odor, leaving your armpits feeling dry and smelling natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The mixture contains anti-bacterial compounds that remove the bacterium that causes body odor. When used correctly, the paste provides relief from perspiration for the entire day. Mix up a batch at the beginning of the week and keep it in the refrigerator, so it remains fresh.
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2.    Witch Hazel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Look around your bathroom, and you\u2019re bound to find a bottle of witch hazel <\/a>liquid distillate hidden in the back of your toiletry cupboard. The chances are you purchased this product because someone told you it\u2019s an excellent skin conditioning treatment that leaves your skin feeling soft and supple, with a warm glow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Witch hazel comes from the distillation of North American Witch Hazel shrub. Manufacturers steam the twigs of the plant and collect the clear liquid. Witch hazel has natural anti-bacterial properties, and it’s loaded with plant polyphenols, antioxidants, and flavonoids.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Witch hazel is an astringent compound, meaning it assists the pores and skin during contraction. As a result, witch hazel makes an excellent natural deodorant which lowers the skin’s pH level, making it a challenging environment for bacteria to replicate. We recommend you add witch hazel to some alkaline water and use it as a natural underarm spray that leaves you feeling fresh and protects against body odor.
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3.    Drink More Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We develop body odor due to the toxins <\/a>found in the bloodstream. These toxins excrete in perspiration and produce your body odor. It’s for this reason that you can smell the garlic from your pores the day after eating a meal containing the bulbous herb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking more water flushes toxins from the body, and keeps your odor from becoming unbearable. If you\u2019ve ever sat next to someone on a plane, train or bus and noticed they have an overpowering, pungent smell, it\u2019s because they probably don\u2019t drink enough water. Water keeps the body moving, and it\u2019s an essential means of controlling your body odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doctors recommend that we have an average intake of two liters of water every day for optimal health. However, if it’s hot outside, you may need to increase the amount of your drinking, especially if you spend time in the sun. While drinking more water isn\u2019t a topical ointment that reduces your body odor, it minimizes the bacteria and toxins that excrete through your skin causing the foul smell.
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4.    Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ACV <\/a>is a miracle cure for many different ailments and health disorders. The golden liquid gets its healing power from the bacteria found in the \u201cThe Mother,\u201d which is the dark-brown suspension you see inside the bottle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to note that for this body odor solution, you\u2019ll need to purchase organic, unfiltered and unpasteurized ACV. Filtered apple cider vinegar removes all of the beneficial bacteria during the filtration process, and as a result, you won\u2019t get the benefit from this natural deodorant alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple cider vinegar is excellent for your health. ACV contains anti-bacterial and anti-microbial compounds that remove the bacterium from your skin and sterilize the area from infection. The sharp-tasting vinegar alters the pH of your skin and eliminates the bacteria that causes body odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dab a few drops of ACV onto your fingers and work it into your armpits for immediate relief from body odor. If you have sensitive skin, you may notice a slight stinging sensation. In such a case, add a few tablespoons to your bathwater.
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5.    Baking Soda and Lemon Paste<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This method is similar to the solution we\u2019ve already discussed with the baking soda and cornstarch recipe for a natural deodorant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The addition of lemon to baking soda provides a potent antiseptic, anti-microbial, and anti-bacterial properties to the paste. Lemons <\/a>contain \u201climonoids,\u201d natural plant flavonoids found in the rind of lemons, and are less present in the juice and flesh of the fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Therefore, we recommend you make your lemon juice by peeling off the rind and juicing it to remove the limonoids from the skin. Mix the juiced zest into the baking soda until you form a smooth paste, then apply it to your underarm area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve just shaved your armpits, its best to avoid this method, as the citric acid in the juice creates a stinging sensation in the trimmed hair follicles which produces inflammation and a reddening effect \u2013 stick to the baking soda and cornstarch recipe.
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6.    Try Tea Tree Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tea tree oil<\/a> has potent antimicrobial, antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties that make it ideal for use as a natural deodorant. The liquid has a fresh smell and masks body odor well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s vital that you don\u2019t apply tea tree oil directly to your skin. The oil is so potent that it may create an inflammatory reaction due to its strength. We recommend that you add 10-drops of tea tree oil to half a cup of distilled water to make a body spray. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tea tree oil adjusts your skin’s pH, making it difficult for bacteria to survive and multiply. Spray yourself in the morning, midday, and afternoon to relieve the symptoms of body odor and leave your underarms smelling fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This spray is another home remedy that you need to avoid after shaving your armpits or bikini area. The powerful compounds in the oil may leave a stinging effect, even when diluted with distilled water.
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7.    Coconut Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re still cooking your meals with vegetable oil, then you haven\u2019t been paying attention to the hype around coconut oil. This saturated fat source contains anti-bacterial properties that kill-off odor-forming bacteria while moisturizing your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The flesh of the coconut <\/a>contains potent plant-based polyphenol antioxidants that fight off bacteria caused by toxins in your sweat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend you purchase extra-virgin coconut oil for your natural deodorant. The medium-chain triglycerides found in coconut oil make it solid at room temperature. You\u2019ll need to give it a blast in the microwave or a few seconds on a stove to turn it into a liquid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the oil reaches a liquid state, dab a few drops directly onto your underarm skin and rub it into the pores. Coconut oil contracts the tiny openings, limiting the amount of sweat the body produces in this region. The healthy fats absorb into your skin making it feel soft and supple, and it\u2019s the ideal remedy to use after shaving.
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8.    Bathe in Tomato Juice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who owns a dog sprayed by a dog has probably tried bathing their pooch with tomato <\/a>juice to remove the pungent aroma of the skunk’s spray. Fortunately, the same ingredients and compounds that leave your dog smelling like a dog again work well to eliminate body odor from humans as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tomatoes are part of the nightshade family, and they contain a potent natural pesticide known as \u201cglycoalkaloids,\u201d that feature potent anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties. The acidity of tomatoes kills off bacteria on the skin and shrinks the pores in the same manner as coconut oil and witch hazel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To reap the odor-busting benefits of tomatoes, juice a dozen of the fruits and add the liquid to your bathwater. It\u2019s critical that you use fresh tomato. Don\u2019t rely on store-bought products as most of the beneficial compounds die off during processing. We prefer using real Roma tomatoes because they contain plenty of juice
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