Sweating is an important process that helps thermoregulate the body and moisturizes the skin. However, the smell of sweat is not at all what you want to feel from yourself or from another person (especially in a stuffy room). For excessive sweating in medicine, there is a special term - hyperhidrosis. And according to statistics, 1% of the world's population suffers from it, and both men and women are equally affected.
Fortunately, modern science offers many ways to get rid of the unpleasant smell of sweat. We list the 10 safest and most effective funds for sweat and odor of legs and armpits.
10. Pasta Teymurova
The price of the product is from 45 rubles.
This is an inexpensive paste, which contains substances such as:
- boric acid;
- talc;
- zinc oxide;
- formaldehyde;
- salicylic acid;
- sodium tetraborate;
- and lead acetate.
According to reviews of those who suffer from excessive sweating, Teymurova paste is a magic remedy for perspiration from a pharmacy that relieves the problem better than expensive drugs. All you need to do is wash your feet in warm water before going to bed, use a cotton swab to apply a thin layer of paste on the skin of your feet and put on your socks at night. In the morning, socks should be removed, and feet should be washed with warm water. To achieve the desired effect, it is enough to apply the paste a couple of days in a row.
Cons: the composition of the paste contains substances that can irritate the skin and have contraindications. Therefore, before using one of the best remedies for sweating and foot odor, read its instructions for use. And carry out a “reconnaissance in battle” - spread a little paste on a small area of the foot and hold for a while. If there is skin irritation, the paste cannot be used.
9. Crystal deodorant
Price - from 147 rubles.
It is a good remedy for sweat and bad smell, suitable even for pregnant and breastfeeding women. It contains no alcohol, emulsifiers or harmful chemicals. There is only aluminum-ammonium alum. Or, if scientifically, Ammonium Alum. Do not worry, this is not harmful aluminum. Alum and Aluminum are different chemicals, they have different chemical formulas and properties
There are also deodorants, which include Potassium Alum - potassium alum. It is also a mineral, natural and harmless salt.
This deodorant is odorless, so it won’t interrupt the smell of your everyday perfume. It does not leave marks on clothing or skin, and does not create irritation in the armpits.
However, it may be ineffective with severe hyperhidrosis. Also, for this crystal to show its full strength, it must be applied to well-washed and shaved armpits. And on skin abundantly moistened with water - according to reviews, this method of application works better than the one recommended by the manufacturer.
Cons: this tool does not prevent sweating, it only removes an unpleasant odor. The crystal is quite fragile and if dropped on the floor, it may crack.
8. Armpit pads
Price - from 140 rubles per package.
And this is an excellent remedy for wet and yellow stains of sweat on clothes. The absorbent side of such pads is made of non-woven material, and the back is an adhesive surface with which the pads are attached to clothing. Each pair of gaskets is disposable.
The pads are very thin and will be invisible even under a t-shirt. They do not cause discomfort and you can go with them all day.
Cons: they do not relieve the smell of sweat.
7. Liquid talcum powder for legs
Price - from 83 rubles.
An excellent and safe tool for those who often have to walk in closed shoes and (or) suffer from sweating feet. The consistency of talcum powder is pleasant, slightly liquid, and when applied, a pleasant menthol chill is felt. It is better to apply a remedy for sweat in the morning, on the fingers and the areas between them. Talc is absorbed instantly and does not leave white stains.
Several manufacturers produce such a product, many users praise the liquid talcum powder produced by Belita Vitex. It also contains tea tree oil, which gives a light specific aroma.
Cons: slightly dries out the skin.
6. Wet wipes for sweat and odor
Price - from 58 rubles.
These wipes can be used both for armpits and for arms and legs. One wipe is enough to wipe both armpits. The composition of the product includes:
- boric acid;
- sodium tetraborate;
- salicylic acid;
- Castor oil;
- phenoxyethanol;
- methenamine;
- tea tree oil;
- peppermint oil;
- lavender oil;
- lemon balm oil.
After use, the armpits remain dry for a long time and do not smell. In addition, this product has a convenient shape and can be easily put even in a small handbag.
Cons: pungent odor.
5. Herbal powder from the smell of sweat
The price is 167 rubles.
This powder, made in Thailand, is a universal folk remedy for sweat and odor. It is applied with patting movements to the armpits and feet. The product not only fights odors, but also reduces perspiration. The manufacturer also stated the effect of whitening the armpits.
The composition of the grass powder contains aluminum-ammonium alum already familiar to us (in the rating participant at number 9). There is no burning or tingling sensation when applying powder, unless, of course, you have an individual allergic reaction.
Cons: white marks are visible on dark clothes, they are easily washed. During the day, it is advisable to renew the powder a couple of times, as sweat rinses it off the skin.
4. Spray to remove sweat odor from clothing
Price - from 570 rubles.
Such products (SmellOFF, Dufta Feet, Lenor Febreze Textile, etc.) are an excellent solution for those who do not want or are not yet able to wash clothes from which the most unpleasant amber comes from. It is enough to spray a spray on the clothes so that it becomes slightly damp, and hang them to dry on the balcony. There are no stains left from the funds.
Cons: there is a slight smell that disappears within a couple of hours, a high price. Some products are not suitable for suede, silk or leather products.
3. Proper clothing
Price - from 200 rubles (for underpants).
People with hyperhidrosis and those who regularly sweat in the gym need clothes that do not hold moisture and allow the skin to breathe properly. Some fabrics are good in one, but bad in another. One classic example is cotton. Although cotton is an incredibly breathable fabric, it absorbs sweat like a bath towel. If you wear underwear made of 100% cotton and go outside in the heat, in just five minutes your groin will become annoyingly sweaty and “fragrant”.
To reduce odor and sweating, consider switching to breathable, moisture-absorbing synthetic fabrics. Moving from cotton underwear and shorts or trousers to a more high-tech option — things designed specifically for exercise — can make a huge difference. These tissues will allow your body to sweat as it should, but will not hold sweat on your skin. As a result, you will remain drier and much less odorous.
Cons: none, if you choose the size of linen.
2. Antiperspirant Damobatic DryDry Classic
Price - from 599 rubles.
This is a rather controversial remedy for sweat and foot odor for men and women. On the one hand, it is very effective, and this action lasts up to 7 days. On the other hand, it can cause skin irritation and is not just cosmetic, but a medical remedy against hyperhidrosis. Therefore, we will list the principle of action and the negative aspects of DryDry, and let you decide whether to use it or not.
Such components as DryDry include denatured alcohol (76.5% ob.) (2-Methylpropanol-2, Denatonium benzoate) and aluminum chloride - 30.5%.
The drug is suitable for armpits, palms and feet. It “blocks” the pores due to the creation of an aluminum-protein complex. In this case, the functions of sweat glands are not violated. Sweat simply exits through pores in other parts of the body.
The drug has an antibacterial and antiseptic effect, with it the armpits remain dry longer.
Here are tips to avoid the most common side effects of DryDry Classic - burning and itching.
- Shave your armpits well the day before application, and not on the same day.
- Apply overnight on clean, dry skin.
- Apply the drug with light blotting movements.
- At the first application, slight tingling and redness may occur - this means that the drug has begun its work. In case of severe pain, it is necessary to wash off the product with warm water and smear the damaged area with a soothing gel or cream.
Cons: a pungent smell of alcohol, a high price, it contains aluminum salts, around which there are many rumors, including a carcinogenic effect. Some users experience itching and redness of the skin.
1. Botox injections
Price - from 7000 rubles.
This is the best remedy for sweat under the armpits. You have probably heard that Botox is used to smooth wrinkles. However, “beauty injections” has another application - the fight against hyperhidrosis. The effect of such injections lasts from 3 months to six months. It depends on the intensity of physical activity, visits to saunas and other factors affecting sweating. After injection, hyperhidrosis is not so pronounced.
They need to be done only in a clinic about which there are good reviews in order to minimize the risk of side effects and complications.
The number of injections in each armpit is determined by the cosmetologist individually for each client.
Some cosmetologists offer the drug "Dysport." It also contains botulinum toxin, only in a lower concentration. Such a drug is cheaper, but more injections are required. As a result, you will spend about the same amount of money as with Botox injections.
Cons: the procedure is unpleasant, expensive, Botox is a “tamed poison”, and a licensed specialist should introduce it.
