How to Treat Body Odor Without Deodorant
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Experiencing body odor is normal and is caused by bacteria on the skin, poor diet, or stress. Slathering on anti-antiperspirants or deodorants after bathing is the usual way to tame your body odor. Commercial hygiene products, however, often contain artificial fragrances, colors and harsh chemicals. Treating body odor without using deodorant is possible, but requires a bit of extra effort. Talk to your physician if your body odor worsens, or if you notice a change in your usual scent.
Step 1
Bathe
or shower daily. Wash with an anti-bacterial soap. Dry your skin
thoroughly after showering.
Step 2
Wear
clothing made of natural fibers such as cotton or linen, as natural
fabrics will increase air circulation to your skin. Launder your
clothing after each wearing to remove bacteria that can cause body
odor.
Step 3
Take
a wheat grass or chlorophyll supplement after each meal, as wheat
grass and chlorophyll act as natural deodorizers, advises Columbia
University Health Care. Alternatively, chew on alfalfa, parsley or
other leafy greens to neutralize body odors.
Step 4
Wipe
under your arms with rubbing alcohol or witch hazel to discourage the
growth of bacteria that causes body odor. Alternatively, apply
natural deodorizers such as diluted tea tree oil or rosemary
essential oil to the underarms.
Step 5
Eat
a healthy diet including plenty of fruits and vegetables. Drink at
least eight glasses of water every day. Avoid odor-causing foods such
as garlic, beer, onions and strong spices. If you smoke, quit.
Warnings
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Never apply vinegar, rubbing alcohol or vinegar to irritated or broken skin.
Tips
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A sprinkle of corn starch can dry wetness on problematic areas, and can be used as often as needed.
Things You'll Need
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Antibacterial soap
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Wheat grass or chlorophyll supplements
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Alfalfa, parsley and other leafy greens
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Vinegar, rubbing alcohol or witch hazel
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Tea tree oil or rosemary essential oil
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