What kills foot odor?

What kills foot odor?

Salt washes: Pour 1/2 cup kosher salt into 4 cups water, soak for 10-15 minutes, and dry thoroughly. You can also use Epsom salts; consult a doctor for proportions. Powders: Baking soda, baby powder, corn starch, and talcum powder are said to absorb extra moisture (and make feet smell quite lovely in the process).

How does vinegar get rid of foot odor?

For a vinegar soak, combine two parts water with one part vinegar in a tub or large bowl of warm water and soak for 15 to 20 minutes once a week. You can use either white or apple cider vinegar. Vinegar makes your skin inhospitable to bacteria.

Why do my feet smell so bad even after I wash them?

There are naturally some bacteria on the feet. These bacteria help break down sweat on the feet as it's released. If bacteria and sweat build up, a foul odor can form. Infrequent foot washing or not changing your socks at least once a day can allow extra bacteria to begin to grow on your feet.

Does baking soda help with foot odor?

Having smelly feet is an unpleasant and often embarrassing problem, but one that's easily fixed. The baking soda in the deodorant neutralizes the PH of your sweat and decreases the bacteria that create that funky smell.

Is smelly feet a sign of diabetes?

Foot odor is usually caused by the breakdown of bacteria on the skin, and it isn't relegated only to those who have diabetes – anyone can suffer from it. If your foot odor is not serious, however, and is simply an inconvenience, you can find some relief from daily bathing, changing socks and keeping feet clean and dry.

Why do my feet smell even though I wash them?

There are naturally some bacteria on the feet. These bacteria help break down sweat on the feet as it's released. If bacteria and sweat build up, a foul odor can form. Infrequent foot washing or not changing your socks at least once a day can allow extra bacteria to begin to grow on your feet.

What does soaking your feet in apple cider vinegar do?

Apple cider vinegar is a popular remedy for toenail fungus due to its antifungal properties. If you want to treat your fungus using ACV, you can soak your feet in a mixture of warm water and the vinegar for about 15 minutes, twice a day.