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How annoyed would you be if you found the person next to you had such a nasty body odor? How embarrassed would you be if people refused to come near you because you smelled bad? Annoying body odor occurs when bacteria present on the skin turn sweat into acid. As a result, an unpleasant aroma appears. This is also known as bromhidrosis, osmidrosis, and ozochrotia.
Sweat itself is odorless, but it is the breeding of bacteria in sweat that can cause this unpleasant odor. This unpleasant body odor occurs mostly at puberty. This will continue to increase when you wear tight clothing for a long time.
You can actually reduce bad body odor by wearing loose, sweat-absorbing clothing such as cotton. You can also use deodorants or antiperspirants, which can help limit sweat production and bacterial growth. However, sometimes these methods are still not effective at reducing bad body odor. Well, don't worry just yet. Using natural ingredients that are available at home can help you reduce body odor.
What are some natural ingredients to reduce body odor?
1. Vinegar
Vinegar can be used to control bad body odor. This is because vinegar is able to change the pH level of the skin to become more acidic. The slightly acidic pH level of your skin can kill or inhibit the growth of bad bacteria that can cause this unpleasant odor.
Vinegar can be used in a number of ways to reduce body odor. You can use apple cider vinegar mixed with water, then rub it on your underarm area. This method can help reduce the unpleasant odor in your underarms during the day.
Some people also try to soak their feet in warm water mixed with a few drops of vinegar. This can help kill bacteria or fungus on your feet, which are usually the cause of bad smells on your feet.
2. Sage leaves
There are three benefits that you get by using sage leaves. First, sage leaves can reduce the activity of the sweat glands so that it reduces the production of excess sweat.
The second benefit, sage leaf is an anti-bacterial plant that will prevent bacteria from multiplying on the skin, causing body odor.
While the third benefit, sage leaves have a natural aroma that functions as a deodorant. Sage leaves offer aromatic properties that can keep you smelling great throughout the day.
Well, you can use these sage leaves in the form of oil and apply them directly under your armpits or on other parts of your body that smell bad. Another way is to brew fresh sage leaves with tea to drink or pour sage oil into your bathwater.
