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How can I prevent shoes or feet from smelling bad?
Covers hygiene practices and shoe care tips to combat foot odor (bromodosis), caused by bacteria breaking down sweat.
📅 Created: 4/23/2025, 10:42:40 PM
- Maintain Foot Hygiene & Deodorize Shoes5
Description
Controlling sweat and bacteria on both feet and inside shoes is key to preventing odor.
Recipe/Instructions
- Foot Hygiene: Wash feet daily with soap and water, drying thoroughly, especially between toes. Consider using an antibacterial soap. Apply foot powder or antiperspirant directly to feet to control sweat.
- Shoe Rotation: Avoid wearing the same pair of shoes two days in a row. Allow shoes at least 24 hours to air out and dry completely between wears.
- Shoe Deodorizing: Sprinkle baking soda liberally inside shoes overnight to absorb moisture and odors. Tap out the excess powder before wearing. Alternatively, use commercial shoe deodorizer sprays or balls.
- Socks: Wear clean socks made of moisture-wicking materials (like wool or synthetic blends) rather than cotton, which holds moisture. Change socks daily or more often if feet get sweaty.
What makes the Dish Special
N/A - A comprehensive approach addressing both the feet and the shoe environment to tackle odor from multiple angles.
📌 diy 🛠️ Soap, water, towel, foot powder/antiperspirant (optional), baking soda or shoe deodorizer, moisture-wicking socks4/23/2025, 10:42:40 PM
solution - Place Dry Tea Bags in Shoes3
Description
The tannins in tea are absorbent and can help neutralize shoe odors.
Recipe/Instructions
- Take several unused, dry tea bags (black tea often recommended due to higher tannin content).
- Place 2-3 tea bags inside each shoe.
- Leave them overnight or for several hours.
- The tea bags will absorb moisture and odor.
- Remove tea bags before wearing shoes.
What makes the Dish Special
N/A - An inexpensive and simple hack using a common household item to absorb shoe odors.
📌 diy 🛠️ Dry, unused tea bags4/23/2025, 10:42:40 PM
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