It is not difficult to keep the armpits fresh and clean. Follow a few simple guidelines and steps to keep you feeling fresh and clean. That way, you're ready to wear any outfit and go anywhere with confidence!
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Part 1 of 4: Keeping the Body Clean
Step 1. Take a shower every day
The skin is the body's largest organ and washing it frequently will help protect you and your underarms from harmful bacteria, odors, and disease. Use warm water and mild soap.
Step 2. Wear natural fibers
Clothing made of natural fibers (cotton, wool, silk, etc.) is more likely to allow the skin to "breathe" more easily than synthetic fibers (nylon, polyester, etc.). This means sweat evaporates faster and controls moisture, bacteria and body odor. Make sure you wear clean clothes and wash clothes frequently.
Step 3. Be careful with certain types of food that can make sweat smell worse
Foods with strong odors, such as garlic, onions, and spices, such as curry, can affect body odor. Other products such as coffee and tobacco can also be a contributing factor. By limiting the consumption of these foods will eventually make the armpits feel and smell fresh.
- If you want to find out if a certain food has an unpleasant smell, try not to eat it and see if the problem goes away or not. If not, try eliminating other foods from your diet one by one until you figure out what is causing it.
- Chewing green leaves such as parsley, celery, bluntas, or taking wheat grass supplements with food can also reduce this problem because these foods act as natural deodorants.
Part 2 of 4: Deodorizing and Preventing Sweating
Step 1. Use deodorant after shower to control underarm odor
Deodorants usually work by covering the body's scent with various scents. If you use a deodorant that contains triclosan (an antibacterial agent), it will also help kill bacteria and remove body odor. Deodorants containing baking soda will help neutralize body odor.
Step 2. Use an antiperspirant to control sweat and body odor
Antiperspirants work by blocking sweat glands. Lack of sweat will inhibit the growth of bacteria and the aroma it causes. This means that antiperspirants also control body odor, while deodorants just cover it up.
Most antiperspirants contain aluminum. When using deodorant, it blocks sweat glands and prevents sweat from coming out. However, some research suggests a possible link between aluminum and problems such as breast cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Other research has reached a different conclusion. If you are not sure, try to consult your doctor
Step 3. If you are looking for a more natural way or an added precaution, try baking soda as a deodorant
Baking soda will neutralize body odor, not just cover it. Pour about one-eighth of a teaspoon of baking soda into your hands, then add a few drops of water to make a paste. When the baking soda has dissolved, apply a small amount to your underarms.
Step 4. Follow the recipe to make your own deodorant
If you want to avoid the harsh chemicals found in over-the-counter deodorants, there are recipes for making your own using natural ingredients, most of which are easily available.
Try this easy recipe. Mix baking soda with cornstarch in a 1:1 ratio. Then mix this mixture with coconut oil in a ratio of 1:4. If you want to add a scent, add a few drops of an essential oil, such as tea tree, lavender, or violet. Store in a glass jar and apply as a deodorant
Part 3 of 4: Getting Rid of Hair
Step 1. Shave regularly
This helps dry underarms faster and prevents bad smells. A lot of removing armpit hair can also make you look more attractive. You can use an electric razor, a regular razor with replaceable blades, or a razor that you throw away when it's dull.
- Start by washing your armpits. Shave after bathing and dry underarms. The steam from the warm water in the shower can open the skin pores and make it easier to remove the hair.
- Apply a shaving cream, if you wish. Many people like to use a shaving cream to make the shaving process easier and reduce irritation. Follow the instructions on the label on the package of this cream, but in general you only need to apply the cream thinly and evenly.
- Odorless creams are the best option because they reduce the chances of irritation and allergic reactions.
- Use the razor carefully to remove the hair from the armpits. Do it slowly and carefully because your armpits are curved and difficult to shave. Don't get hurt while doing it. Shaving in the direction of hair growth will reduce the chances of razor burn and ingrown hairs.
- Use a gentle astringent after that. Apply a gentle astringent, such as witch hazel after shaving to reduce irritation.
- The frequency of shaving is determined by how fast your armpit hair grows, your preference, and other factors.
- Change your razor regularly. If you see a lot of dirt on the razor, it's time to replace the blade. Dirt on the razor can carry bacteria into the skin pores and cause infection.
Step 2. Try a depilatory cream
Depilatory creams or hair removal creams can rid the armpits of hair for a few days or weeks. This cream works by breaking down the hair that is above the skin's surface so that it can be rinsed off more easily.
- Many people find this cream hard and has a pungent smell.
- Follow the directions on the cream packaging label carefully.
- Always test a depilatory cream first before using it on the underarms. Apply it to a small amount of your skin and then wait for 24 hours. If there are no allergic reactions such as redness, swelling, or itching, this cream is most likely safe to use on the skin.
Step 3. If you want a more long-lasting solution, wax
This process is painful and can cause temporary irritation of the skin. However, waxing can keep your armpit hair-free longer than shaving.
- To get optimum results from waxing, the coat should not be too short or too long-approximately 0.5 cm. Trim the hair if it's longer than this before waxing.
- Clean, exfoliate and dry underarms before waxing.
- Use wax for quality beauty. Apply a thin layer in the opposite direction to the direction of hair growth. Then pull it according to the instructions on the product label.
- After that, use a soothing moisturizer, aloe vera, or ice to soothe the pain and irritation.
- Waxing requires skill and can be painful and even dangerous. So maybe you can do it at the salon.
Step 4. If you want your hair to stop growing permanently, try electrolysis
In the electrolysis process, a thin needle is inserted into the skin near the hair follicle. Then, a low-voltage electric current destroys the hair follicle, preventing the hair from growing again. This process is slow and expensive, but provides permanent results.
Part 4 of 4: Solving Armpit Problems
Step 1. Lighten armpit color with a simple recipe
Dark underarms can be caused by a variety of factors, including a buildup of dead skin cells or the use of a deodorant. If you don't like this discoloration, try lightening it. There are creams sold to lighten skin tone, but these cosmetic products are not properly supervised and can contain harmful chemicals. Fortunately, there are several natural ways to lighten skin. Some of the most simple and effective methods include:
- Take a slice of lemon and rub it on your underarms, or mix lemon juice with yogurt to make a paste. Apply to underarms and leave for ten minutes, then rinse. Lemon is a natural bleaching agent that can lighten skin tone.
- Often the armpits become dark because of the accumulated dead skin cells. So, exfoliating regularly can help overcome this problem. Exfoliating can dry out and irritate the skin. Therefore, choose a product that is not too harsh.
Step 2. Change deodorant if your armpits are irritated or sore
It could be that you have an allergic reaction to the components of the deodorant if there is itching, redness, swelling and other things that arise in your armpits. Research shows that deodorants containing glycerin and sunflower seed oil can reduce irritation after shaving.
If the deodorant you are using doesn't seem to reduce sweating or underarm odor, or if you have a reaction after using it, see a healthcare professional for a stronger alternative
Step 3. See a doctor if any unusual or persistent symptoms occur
Sweating, hair growth, body odor, and darkening of the skin tone are minor problems that commonly arise in relation to your underarms. This issue can be handled with the steps mentioned above. However, if the problem is unusual, it could be a sign of something more serious that requires the attention of a healthcare professional.
- If your sweat smells like fruit, this could be a sign of diabetes. While liver or kidney disease can cause sweat to smell like bleach. Call your doctor if you notice an unusual odor or a change in body odor.
- Dark armpit color can be experienced by anyone, but it is often experienced by people with insulin problems, pituitary gland, certain infections, and various other problems. Call your doctor if you are concerned or if your armpit darkening is accompanied by other symptoms of a problem.
