Get Rid of Smelly Underarms : 2 Simple Remedies

It’s the bacteria, that breaks down the protein present in the sweat and releases the pungent odor. When bacteria break down this sweat into acids results in an unpleasant smell which is your body odor.

So, Is your answer to the following questions true?

1. Do you apply soap or wash gel daily while bathing to get rid of underarms smell.
2. Do you feel even after the bath, in an hour or so you start sweating or experience smelly underarms?
3. Even being at home you use deodorants or perfumes to get rid of smelly armpits?
4. Do you use talcom powder to avoid underarm smell?

If your answers are true, then try these 2 simple home remedies which not only help you in reducing odor but also clean and whiten your armpits.

Note: Below is a tried and tested very effective remedy. Apply twice a week and enjoy the next 4-5 days of odor-free armpits. After 4-5 attempts, you will see a drastic reduction, and using this remedy once a week is good to go.

Home Remedy 1 :

1. Take a small bowl, add 2 teaspoons of baking soda and few drops of lemon juice. Mix them well to make a smooth paste.
2. Apply the paste and rub gently on armpits.
3. Leave it for 10 minutes. 
4. Use the lemon peel to gently scrub the skin. If you feel some itching or burning sensation, don’t panic it’s normal in the first few attempts. 
5. Rubbing for 1 min wash it off with normal water. 

Home Remedy 2 :

1. Squeeze a fresh tomato to get its juice in a bowl and add 2 drops of lemon juice. 
2. Mix them well and apply on your skin and leave to dry for 10 min. 
3. Gentle massage(use tomato skin) and rinse off with normal water.

Rub Ice cubes to soothe the skin.

Shweta Dubey

Shweta is the founder of Positive Shades and MommyWelt having over a decade of corporate experience in software, corporate training, and health care industries. She handled community growth by mentoring, motivating people, and encouraging teamwork. She loves making friends and discovering new venues.