Parsley, Dry Thyme, Salvia, Lemon, Vinegar or Lavender are some of the ingredients that can be used in the preparation of homemade and natural deodorants, which stop the smell of sweat.
Sweat smell, also known as bromidrose, is a specific and unpleasant odor that may be present in regions of the body that perspire more, such as feet or armpits for example. This unpleasant smell is due to the development of specific bacteria that fermentation secretes the body and produce foul smell. Here are some ways to stop sweat smells in Treating Sweat Smells.
1. Thyme, Sage and Lavender Deodorant
This deodorant is very refreshing for the skin, as well as possessing properties that help in healing the skin and combat bacterial development. To prepare this deodorant you will need:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons dry thyme;
- 2 tablespoons dried lavender;
- 2 tablespoons dried Salvia;
- 1 tablespoon lemon peel;
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar;
- 250 ml of distilled Witch Hazel.
Method of preparation:
- Mix Thyme, Lavender, Sage, lemon peel and Witch Hazel and place in a covered container, let stand for 1 week.
- After that time, pour the mixture into a vial. Finally add the vinegar and shake the mixture well.
This deodorant can be used whenever necessary and in order to prevent sweat smell.
2. Araruta and White Clay Deodorant
This deodorant is able to absorb the excess perspiration of the skin, helping to eliminate the bacteria responsible for the unpleasant smell. To prepare a deodorant in the form of powder, you will need:
Ingredients:
- 50 g Araruta;
- 2 tablespoons white clay;
- 7 drops of lavender essential oil;
- 5 drops of Salvia essential oil;
- 2 drops of Patchuli essential oil.
Method of preparation:
- Begin by mixing Araruta and white clay. Then, add the essential oils drop by drop, stirring constantly with your fingers;
- Allow the powder to stand for a few days, until the oils are completely absorbed.
This powder can be easily applied using a wide brush or makeup sponge, and should be used whenever necessary.
3. Deodorant with Indian Clove
Ingredients:
- 6 g of clove;
- 1 liter of boiling water.
Method of preparation:
- Place the clove in the boiling water and let stand for 15 minutes;
- Strain the mixture and place in a vial with a spray bottle.
This mixture can be applied whenever necessary, preferably after the bath or after washing the armpits, and it is recommended to apply and let dry.
4. Herbal deodorant
An excellent home remedy to reduce the smell of underarm sweat is the natural deodorant made with essential oils of cypress and lavender, as these plants have properties that inhibit the proliferation of bacteria responsible for the odor.
Ingredients
- 60 ml of distilled witch hazel
- 10 drops of grapefruit seed extract
- 10 drops of cypress essential oil
- 10 drops of lavender essential oil
Method of preparation
Put all the ingredients in a steamer jar and shake well. Natural deodorant should be applied to the armpits whenever necessary.
How to eliminate the smell of sweat
To completely eliminate the sweat smell of the body and clothes, you should eliminate the bacteria present under the arm. Check out the best natural ness video tips: