What Causes Body Odor and How to Avoid it | Dermatologist Explains

Body odor can be really embarrassing, so today I'm going to share what causes body odor and share tips on how to avoid it. You'll also see what products I recommend to prevent and get rid of it (including antiperspirants & deodorants).
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:50 What Causes Body Odor
04:24 Cleansing Tips
05:45 Body Cleansers
06:49 Exfoliators
08:38 Deodorants & Antiperspirants
11:23 Clothing
12:10 Hair Removal
12:28 Food & Beverage Triggers
13:10 When to Seek Medical Attention
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[@BoricuaGirl69]

Interesting video. I’m always surprised by people that don’t use deodorant because they don’t sweat. Why can’t I be one of them 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@kimberlyjennings618]

I feel your pain, sweating is so embarrassing.. my doctor prescribed me Drysol for it about 12 years ago and after using it occasionally for a couple of years my armpits still produce practically no sweat. Is that healthy? No. But did high school me think about how important sweating is? Also no lol. now I don’t sweat much, I just stink 🙈😂

[@sainttpabl0414]

@@kimberlyjennings618 drysol is the most painful thing ever😭

[@Zeverinsen]

Some people just have better genes. I wish I didn't have the gene that makes my sweat react with nickel, but alas 😭

[@sarahmc8309]

I don’t use it ! I have it up 8 years ago and just so quick 5 minute showers ! I use dr bonners and works amazing well and even for shaving ! I don’t eat onions or garlic and this helps tons.

[@geraldlewis8272]

I.hear ya

[@kathysharp7551]

Laundry Tip: Oxi Clean makes an order eliminating powder. You add just a little to your laundry in the washer. I use it about once every 6 months to keep my gym tshirts from accumulating any odor. It's the Oxi Clean Odor Buster (at the store near the laundry detergents).

[@cc9944]

I love how orgaized this was. I like the chapters and how you made it so easy to fast forward to the topics that apply to my situation. I do not think I have ever seen that before... I watched the whole thing because I was too afraid I would miss something but I like that I was given the option.

[@Earthto_Ayo]

Thank you for being straight to the point and providing options. Really helps! 😊

[@zendariuskincaid5205]

Definitely big ups for pointing out LAUNDRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’ve come to realize whenever someone I know has a awkward smell it usually due to infrequent laundry routines

[@christinemack2153]

Thank you, Dr. Ellis! I have an issue when I travel out east in the summer when it's humid and the Dermdoctor Antiperspirant wipes have been wonderful for travel. I will definitely look into the products mentioned. Have a wonderful day!!

[@moniquedisclosed2276]

Best video on the topic, with actual methods and products. Thank you!

[@mavismamonyane9380]

Thank you for the exposure to this information will definitely get help ASAP

[@orangesplashed5195]

I love this video. Its full of information yet easy to comprehend. Thanks a lot!

[@tracieperez2629]

Wow! I wish I could give you 2 thumbs up! I feel like I have just taken a personal hygeine class. Lots of great information. I have been struggling to help my young teen daughter feel secure about her body odor, and you gave so much helpful information. Thanks for the video❤

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you so much for the kind feedback!

[@connor_96]

This was incredibly thorough yet very straightforward. Many thanks for your content: simple, to the point, yet spares no meaningful detail.

[@DrSamEllis]

Thank you so much!

[@myrthasmascary4086]

Armpits glands causes odor clog pores bacteria overgrowth and plugging nasty chemicals makes it worth

[@biggdogfresh2263]

@@DrSamEllis I've got bromhidrosis pls help its weird it's not underarm odor but every else I thought I had tmau help

[@ksenia_yt]

thank you! finally all info that I needed in one understandable video

[@user-jl8bv4lq7z]

Please do a teen skincare routine! Love your videos!

[@curlykhel5920]

You are amazing. I tried your recommendations and it really helped a lot. I don't smell anymore.

[@mystenesturdavant9339]

Great video. Informative and to the point !! Thank you.

[@tess7798]

Thank you so much for this informative video. I learned a lot !

[@totalwomanja9105]

My management of body odor changed completely when I learnt the difference between the two types of sweat glands and what they excrete in anatomy class in university. Thanks for sharing so eloquently!

[@arjetasulejmani]

What do u use now?

[@totalwomanja9105]

@@arjetasulejmani Well, I noticed that some bar soaps like Protex and Irish Spring usually leave a layer of grease on my skin, which bacteria would feed on and produce odour. I now rotate the following body washes: Dove, St. Ives or Ivory. These leave my skin feeling clean. I always use Dove or Ivory brand bar soaps from time to time with good results. If this skin is clean then those bacteria will have nothing to feed on and produce odour as a by-product. Underarm: Arm and Hammer essential deodorant for my very sensitive and reactive underarm areas. It lasts all day without irritating me. Before I used Toms of Maine for about 3 years until it started to loose its effectiveness and lasting power. Vulva: Feminine washes: Summer’s Eve or Monistat with boric acid washes twice daily If I leave home for long hours for work or an event, I’ll touch up at each bathroom visit with the following: Feminine Cleansing cloths and a herbal panty deodorant spray, especially in these hot summers months when I get very sweaty 🥵. When I get home, my underwear smells fresh no matter how much I had sweat. 💫 Wearing cotton panties only. I hope this helps you. 🤗 Please share any tips you may have as well.

[@ruddyred7728]

Thanks for sharing. I'm going to try it

[@mayralopez8183]

What is a herbal panty deodorant

[@totalwomanja9105]

@@mayralopez8183 Honey pot panty spray

[@Nutbelly123]

Thank You ! Omg your are so gorgeous and straight to the point ! I'm subscribing :)) Need your beauty tips girl ! Can you do a video on edema puffy eyes please

[@Gc4840]

Thank you for the video. really helped me understand everything about my body odor...

[@juliemareski7381]

Dr. Ellis, You are perfection!!! ❤

[@dibra2497]

Your hair looks so beautiful and healthy ❤

[@cathywright5529]

Great video! Thanks for the recommendations.

[@soundhome5261]

I like your fire place. Beautiful trim work. BTW I'll give this recommended product a try.

[@KJ_PhD]

Thank you kindly. This was very helpful

[@msan4278]

Oh my goodness!! Great video!! Amazing!!😊

[@KawiLover250]

Im glad you mentioned Lume because ive been hesitant given how expensive it is but i might try it now

[@Ammar-pv8wr]

I'm glad it helped you. I used it and it didn't do anything for me really :(

[@virginialopezrey6860]

It helped me.

[@wendyrodgers2168]

Amazing info didn’t know a lot of it!

[@lorrainebonilla8052]

My son has such a pungent odor its embarrassing thank you for all you do to keep us well informed I will be trying your recommendations. 👏👏👏🙋‍♀️

[@bella50008]

Try chlorophyll drops or pills for internal cleansing. Have him use dial soap and Certain Dry.

[@saeidehrad5070]

Such a brilliant wonderful video Thanks a lot, dr.

[@jenniferarmstrong1765]

When I changed to a whole food plant-based diet I think it changed my skin microbiome and I don't have body odor any more, even when I sweat. That was an unexpected benefit.

[@I2383R]

Me to, and now the last month started eating meat again and I'm now stinking when sweating, big detox this weekend and back to better eating. Also have noticed that my finger joints feel tight had this before I went vegan to so back to plant based food😊

[@lilyakintore7306]

Waouh , let me stop eating meat for 45 days, then I see

[@DeviJayanti]

so it's mean vegan food?

[@Anahita3s]

Thank you for this informative video! Can I also kindly ask you to make a video about body acne and KP skin condition? Thanks!

[@shezk2950]

Very helpful informative video bravo!

[@nestingsohard4418]

Thank you for this - I learned a lot! I'm curious if you think it's helpful to pre-treat clothing that has armpit odor, or if certain detergents or detergent ingredients are enough to eliminate bacteria there.

[@kelseyarias5593]

I am someone who has struggled with body odor and sweat since middle school. working at a dermatologist office, I always had access to topical medication and I’ve tried Botox. Botox was helpful, but I still had an odor. I did a procedure called Mira dry about three weeks ago and I can honestly say that the odor and sweat has decreased tremendously. it is a bit pricey however I recommend this procedure 100%. it has changed my life and I no longer have to worry about sweating and having an odor under my armpits.

[@TheDELE1960]

I have hyperhydrosis. I’ve done Botox and it don’t work for me would you recommend Mira dry for that as well?

[@ashi4766]

Does Mira target the smell? Where did you get it done?

[@kelseyarias5593]

@@ashi4766 yes also targets odor. I live in NJ.

[@kelseyarias5593]

@@TheDELE1960 yes 100%

[@x381]

I got miradry done and no results (atleast not the odor, which is the main reason why i got it done) 😞

[@marknye51.thefixitguy]

Great Video Doctor. Lots of great information. I have never had a bad body odor problem. Maybe occasionally when working in the hot weather and sweating but even years ago when I was Landscaping and doing lawn maintenance in 80 to 100 degree heat I never had a underarm body odor. I'm 71 now but a little over 2 years ago I started having a very bad underarm stink..very bad. I switched deodorants but didn't do any good. A year ago I moved here to Oahu and didnt inhave the problem for a few months then it came back. I thought it was my shirts so I washed them real good in vinegar. Still didn't help soni switched antiperspirant to Degree Blue Rush and Certain Dri after reading reviews on them. They seemed to worked for awhile but the stink came back. I'm now using Degree Ultra Clean and Degree Advanced both with Aluminum. So far it's working but it's only been a week. I shower everyday and use a antibacterial soft soap body soap. I will look for the cleansers you recommend and the antiperspirant and see if that helps. Thank you

[@myrthasmascary4086]

Or having bacteria overgrowth in either the eccrine or apocrine glands lol stuck gland bacteria mixed with dead skin keratine and poor elimination.

[@myrthasmascary4086]

Lol ur wash up at the skin soak feet

[@myrthasmascary4086]

What abt benzalkonium chloride or like 1percent.

[@csb1143]

It would be great if you did a BO video related to peri menopause…

[@elainev670]

I am someone who struggles with body odor from the age of 12 and I am absolutely self-conscious because of it. To control my body odor, I use stone/salt like deodorant. It works ok on the days I don't sweat. On days I sweat, I definitely need to wash my armpit a few time a day just to get rid of the onion like smell. After watching this video, I gave the cerave cleanser I had in my drawer a try. It was incredible. It worked like magic. My body odor is gone! It was so incredible that I didn't trust my nose and I had to ask my husband to smell my clothes to confirm it. I am so grateful to have stumbled onto this video. Thanks Doc for the tip.

[@Ammar-pv8wr]

I'm glad it worked for you! I think I have a Cerave Acne skin cleanser with me which I will use after my Benzoyl Peroxide finishes. But I HIGHLY doubt that it will do anything for me b/c other products in the past haven't even though people with body odour SWEAR that this product has changed their life. I also started smelling bad during puberty fyi and absolutely NOTHING seems to prevent it... :(

[@arjetasulejmani]

​@@Ammar-pv8wrdid the Cerave cleanser worked for you??I also struggle so baad.Plss Answer😭

[@Marie112104]

@@arjetasulejmani I recently tried Benzoyl Peroxide (the first one she suggested) and it felt like a miracle. I applied it as a mask on dry armpits the first time and left it on for 4 minutes washed it off and the smell was completely gone. Now I use it in the shower every morning. I put it as a monthly subscription on Amazon!

[@bella50008]

@@arjetasulejmani Have you tried showering with dial soap, then use lemon or lime slice for underarms and all over body or glycolic acid .. then use original flavor milk of magnesia. 2 or 3 times of month use Certain Dry after shower at night...then use normal deordorant.

[@Fizshah1]

Great great choice of topic.

[@barbaramckenzie4892]

Thank you so much for this information.

[@kathymassey4356]

Everything changed after I became 'elderly'. I smell totally different and have to deal with it completely opposite than I did before. I'd love to see a video on my situation. I'm still looking for it. This video was helpful though. Thank you Dr.

[@pattygreene9927]

The same here

[@angelmorningstarr9504]

You should get the persimmon soup. Elderly smell is called "nonenal" odor.

[@angelmorningstarr9504]

Soap! Not soup! Sheesh!

[@AG-hx6qn]

Really?! Good to know. Thanks for saying. I didn't know that.

[@bluesash10]

Excellent! Some of his info, I never heard. How can that be? Thank you! I will look for benzoyl to wash certain body parts! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. It's a very kind thing to do for humanity - not exaggerating. God bless you.

[@solenavarro7780]

Hi, Dr. Thank you for your expertise. I find It is difficult to find a commercialise fragrance that is acceptable to my smelling buds and end up buying Eau de toilettes that usually feel too sweet for friends and coworkers around me... Every time I try a new fragrance, it ends up smelling quite acidic on my own skin, so I end up liking and buying very sweet products. I generally feel best using a basic good quality "Dove" or old, traditional brand soap or body lotion and/or deodorant (sometimes, some good coconut, vanilla or apricot lightly scented lotion...). The problem is that the freshness lasts a very short period and soon enough my sweat is not nice. I tend to wipe excess body sweat with wet wipes and mask with deodorant... And if I have Eau de toilette to hand... It saves my day!. People usually tell me that I smell too sweet some days!. 🙄 But I find that it is the only way to last a long shift at work (very physical job as a care assistant and overweight). I suppose that is the way I am... I shower everyday, but I feel it is never often enough!. 🤔 Your video has been really helpful. Thank you so much for your Internet support.

[@summitsusie]

Informative video, thank you. A year ago I finished about a year and half of chemo. I have had zero body order since stating chemo - granted in the beginning I had no hair, so there's that. But it has now grown back. All the women in my support group experience the same. What is is about chemo? Does it disrupt the bacteria?

[@MrMark28]

Love you Dr Sam!!! You’re awesome!! Think I’ll try some of those for body maintenance:) Recomendations for hyperhidrosis on the face? Or are those fine to use? Been taking glycolpyrrolate but sometimes it’s not enough when doing activities. PanOxyl 10% and CeraVe SA cleansing bar for the body has seemed to work so well for body maintaining.

[@Roll587]

I like my daily showers and washing clothes after each wear. No one had ever said I smelled, even on the rare occasions when I skip a couple showers, but it just feels right to me.

[@mollynavarro4101]

I loved this video! So informative and easy to understand! Love your channel! Love the content! I’ve been using my acne wash for a while now on my armpits and I’ve noticed a major decrease in smell. I don’t typically sweat… but I do get musky. I don’t like deodorant because it stains my armpits dark. And yes, I do quick body shower in the morning before school and use the benzyl peroxide on my armpits and rinse. And I take a complete shower every night before bed because I’m d school or doing clinical rotations and then come home to do some light cleaning and I feel dirty. I also wear cotton tshirts / panties. I’ve noticed I stay a lot cooler and dryer . Thanks for Dr. Ellis! 🖤

[@pouranh3508]

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[@Someone-lf7iz]

I LOVE Lume! Literally came here to see if another dermatologist recommend it lol

[@bsims7725]

This was a great video ❤

[@TheSnickersChick]

Thank you for the video doc but I have to be honest I’m most excited for your new mommy video 🍼🐣

[@westbright1622]

I learnt alot of this video thank you so much 😍

[@rioj14]

Hi Dr Sam, love your informative videos. I have been having botox for my underarms for years now. My problem is I find it does not last like it used to. Am sweating after 2 months of the application as opposed to 5-6 months earlier. Could it be due to my hormones playing up? Please do more of these videos and also watched your post on melasma. What can one do if it’s on the inner thighs and not the face. Again after starting HRT. Please advice.

[@batercap8989]

That is so helpful! This what made my body odor lesser: I drink water 30 minutes or more before and after eating foods. It really does lessen my smelly sweat. I avoid foods that contains gluten, like bread, wheat breads, etc. I avoid artificial sweeteners or foods that contains them as much as possible. I substitute those sweet cravings with fruits, but I also find that I smell more when I eat any sweet foods, including fruits. Lastly, I use magnesium spray on my armpit, before I apply my deo, as well as my body, feet and hair. And I tend to wear tank tops that are not too fit so my armpit and body won't sweat too much, especially I live in a tropical country. Hope this helps everyone.

[@JewlTonz]

Hey, thanks for sharing! Can you provide a link to this magnesium spray?

[@suzyclear7668]

The magnesium doesnt hurt your skin?

[@sophiacromwell8017]

Why did you decide to use the magnesium spray before the deodorant? Sounds like you’ve done some interesting research…?

[@mayralopez8183]

I use magnesium spray as well but I don’t know what deodorant to put on since all of them don’t work for me any advice

[@girlsrnotwimps]

Lume works *amazing*! I haven’t worried about odor since I started using it. I also use Nature’s Miracle (marketed for pet odor and stains) on my clothing before washing to remove any lingering odor (the ones you aren’t aware of until after you put clean clothing on and it’s warmed by your skin). I use it on my bras, the underarm areas of my shirts and the crotch of my workout pants. (Idk if I need it there, but it’s always good to be safe. Lol) As a plus, it removes most stubborn stains.

[@Ammar-pv8wr]

I'm glad it helped you. I used it and it didn't do anything for me really :(

[@veronicazarazua-castillo3155]

Great information. New subscriber here!!

[@Popular_Novel]

Certain Dri is SO GOOD! Fragrance free, liquid roll on, no unnecessary gimmicks or weird botanicals. Just a basic, utility product. I do notice I get irritated skin if I apply it nightly, so I apply it every other night. Boom, done. And it's affordable!

[@floritaking6200]

Yodora deodorant cream is very effective, especially in the groin, I prefer to lume which has a weird smell

[@salemogla1495]

thank you very much good information

[@AngelxXxDarken]

I have a question about the co2 laser treatment for acne scaring. I know that one needs more than one treatment, but is there a difference in results if you space out the treatments in a longer time span? Let's say one treatment every 6-12 months rather than a treatment every 4-6 weeks as it is recommended. Would be happy to hear from you. :)

[@scifi7563]

Everyone thinks I smell, even if I take showers frequently and take care very much -> I ask my family and friends and they say I don’t but I don’t believe them but I don’t smell anything though, but based on people’s reactions to me I smell but I shower daily, wear antiperspirant, wash my clothes I’m so frustrated and depressed

[@user-bw5nx1vj1f]

It's okay and you can get through it. You should maybe ask your parents to see a doctor or try natural deodorants. Some deodorants don't work for u so u could try changing deodorant

[@beealexanders2450]

I am to dry to shower daily I'm old and I'm not embarrassed because we are all humans that stink so don't say you don't stink ❤❤❤❤❤

[@shalinij122]

I too undergo same problem😢

[@beealexanders2450]

SEE YOUR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN

[@nalliug23]

Apply cucumber + vitamin e it work for me

[@shellybackan29]

Hi doc, can you do a video on dark underarms , what causes it and how to get rid of it?

[@reinilla]

Omg gorgeous hair color 😍

[@ckitch10]

What do you use to curl your hair? It looks glorious!

[@user-hl1pk8hj5k]

And that is just a delicious snack for bacteria, i was almost gonna choke on my tea 😂😂 , I don’t suffer from body odour but I’m enjoying the topic ❤️

[@jessicapierson9817]

The only thing I have against antiperspirants with aluminum is they seem to irritate my hidradenitis suppurativa EVERY time. So I wear natural deodorant on the daily, and just hope I don’t sweat pretty much, and will break out the anti perspiring for special occasions where I know I’ll be sweating (like weddings with dancing) and just deal with the discomfort. I’ll try adding in the SA lotion and benzoyl peroxide wash (slowly 😊) and see if that helps. Thank you! I hope you and baby are doing well ❤️

[@simonedeluxe200588]

Great video! Did you do your hair differently? Looks great 😍

[@rakanj7674]

Thank you I learned a lot :)

[@homehandywife]

I keep a spray bottle of plain isopropyl rubbing alcohol in my desk at work. In a pinch it will kill shoe/foot odor. Under arm odor on clothes or freshen up upholstered office chairs that sometimes get mistaken for body odor.It's cheap, easy and most people assume it is hand sanitizer. Occassionally I may add a citrus, spice or non-floral essential oil to the alchohol (such as amber, balsam, vanilla, frankincense, sandalwood, orange and clove) as an air freshener that doesn't trigger allergies for others. Floral essential oils often trigger allergies ( even if only psychologically). And since most florals or strongly scented and tend to "sour" throughout the day using non-floral essential oils are usually well received.

[@tammyscott9664]

I use vinegar in my rinse water for all clothes, towels, sheets, dog bedding etc. It really gets rid of odors and if things sit in the washer too long it doesn’t get mildewy smelling.

[@tammyscott9664]

@@Make_AWish Just regular white vinegar. Don’t know if it’s distilled.

[@BlackNight603]

I did that as well until I bought a new washing machine and was told that vinegar will ruin its seals

[@wendy8561]

Vinegar also acts as a fabric softener as well

[@ItsDorasLife]

Thank you Dr. Ellis! All this will help me especially, my deodorant. I need to try Lume deodorant. Can you do a video of fungals. I have some and I’m trying to get rid of it with apple cider vinegar.

[@YeahaLady]

Fasting works with a low carb diet

[@noideachannel9530]

Glycolic acid is the game changer!!! Never smelled stinky anymore 😅🎉

[@Creamsonbaby]

Great information but I was busy admiring you... You're so cute Dr Ellis.

[@Laura-fc4ic]

I will totally try some of those tips and the video was very well made😊 I have one question tho I thought you're not supposed to use deodorant on your vulva and is the acne cleanser not to strong to use it down there I don't wanna throw off my ph level

[@profesraelise]

Very helpful! My son developed a strong body odor when he hit puberty and it's never gone away. He tell me he showers regularly and uses deodorant/antiperspirant but when he visited the other day there was an odor. I truly don't think he notices, but I'm sure others do and I would hate for it to be a problem with friends or co-workers. I wonder if it could be that he doesn't wash his clothes frequently enough, (which wouldn't be too surprising since he's 25.) However, I'm going to purchase several of the items you mentioned and discreetly hand them over, along with a link to this video. Thank you!

[@an7328]

It’s surprising because he’s 25🤣

[@profesraelise]

@@an7328 You may have misread because it was pretty wordy, sorry! I said it wouldn't be too surprising (that he doesn't wash his clothes enough) because he's 25. The kid is the best son ever, but he'll never win any housekeeping awards! 🙂

[@Ammar-pv8wr]

​@@profesraelise I just want to say that he is so lucky to have someone like you in his life who will be honest and upfront about his odour issue and try to address it with love (and privately!) Being 25 is WAY old enough to know better if you ask me but most often folks can't smell their own odour and maybe he's trying to do some type of escapism because it is hard to come to terms that you do smell bad. I have the exact opposite issue where I am well aware that I have really bad BO (despite practicing good hygiene) but it is others who are supposed to be on my side who won't tell me the truth. I'm talking family, friends and yes, even all the physicians I've seen. They tell me outright "No I don't smell anything" and argue with me when it's SO easy to tell when others can detect your bad smell. Yet I get told I'm imagining things when I open up about how I've seen reactions from all sorts of people I encounter from those on the bus and train I take to get to work to the coworkers at my job. I've already tried the benzoyl peroxide and hasn't helped so far but I'll still keep using that and maybe add the Cerave acne cream wash as a cleanser under my armpits. Why my odour is so strong is a medical mystery but it did start after puberty and doesn't seem to go away no matter what I do. I use Drysol already so my pits don't even sweat...! I know your son and I are different people but if anything works on your son, you can lmk.

[@profesraelise]

@@dilanadriyan2110 Have you ever tried Lume? I've heard it's a miracle worker. I'm so sorry for your difficulties.

[@profesraelise]

@@Ammar-pv8wr I haven't gotten this yet, but some people say Lume is a lifesaver.

[@marithecookie]

I have been sweating a lot and producing a very distinct smell since I started puberty. Had my washing and clothes washing and deodorant/perspirant routine figured out quite nicely, then my medication changed (I have several chronic health issues and take quite a lot of medication) and my sweat started to smell burnt. Like my usual sweat but someone set it on fire. I went through countless products (leading to my mom having quite a nice drawer full of them because for her everything works) and the only thing that helped was the share deo creme. But to my surprise not only did it stop the smell that stuff works for days. I was too ill to shower or even run a washcloth for 3 days straight and sweat a lot but the areas I applied the deodorant on had not the slightest smell.

[@sabrinakabir8737]

I've this similar issue. I live in Bangladesh where I have limited option for antiperspirant hence I've to order from outside. Nothing worked. Can you help me out what should I try ? I tried secret ones . Didn't help .

[@marithecookie]

​@@sabrinakabir8737share is the brand of the deodorant I use

[@njidekapatricia3148]

Thanks for lnformations

[@wearelegion1163]

The only thing about benzoyl peroxide is that even when I rinse my skin really well, my colored towels & clothes are ruined with bleach spots, so get white towels & be careful with your clothes.

[@bella50008]

Yes! I found this out the hard way. The bp does work well tho.

[@birdenthusiast2095]

Lume totally works for me. There was one scent that I think was a bad batch and I threw it away. But for the most part, it REALLY works for me.

[@abigailfocht7881]

I feel like I still smell with lume but I haven't added antiperspirant before adding lume deodorant first. Maybe it's just the lavender smell that doesn't smell good idk lol 😆 but even the peony cream doesn't smell good after it's been a hot day

[@hassyam436]

I love your videos u are my fav

[@Valalable]

You’re the best ❤

[@ccdale5942]

Dr. Sam what causes scalp odor. The only thing that somewhat helps is Ketoconazole 2% cream and shampoo . Any more suggestions?

[@ale.ksandra]

I have two general observations if someone is interested. Firstly, recently, I'm trying not to overshower, because on one side, it made my skin damaged and overly dry. I mean of course not showering a few times a day, daily is a must. Although, it's hard when you want to control bodily smell. Secondly, not all tolerate antiperspirants because of the blockage process. It makes bumps and hurts under the armpits in my case.

[@ollieollie1340]

Hey have you tried benzoyl peroxide wash for body odor? Lotion after shower helps a lot!

[@ale.ksandra]

@@ollieollie1340 I know about this active ingredient. I used it once for my face acne, now I have some problems that don't allow me to use it. I wouldn't tolerate it supposedly. I checked some time ago, but as I remember in my country there isn't any type of b. peroxide body or face wash. If there was, I could see if it works and if I tolerate it. Unfortunately, my skin is extremely sensitive. Thanks for your response.

[@disneytoysr4fun975]

@@ollieollie1340 how the HELL do you not get bleached clothes?! I dry off and everything but Instill end up with bleached sweaters and shirts!!!

[@cherishmydream]

I really like Certain Dri and it works very well on me, however it makes my arm pits so itchy after applying it and I couldnt stop scratching them :(

[@Banniesartistry]

Thank you so much

[@trish433]

dr please do a skin care routine for teenagers ❤️

[@user-jl8bv4lq7z]

I agree!

[@KiraBKADestroyerOfWorlds]

Hi, doc. What may also be helpful to viewers, under the topic of bathing, is the WAY to bathe effectively, because not only do you need to bathe daily, you have to do it correctly if you don't want to stink. So, here it is: Use a washcloth, and lather, rinse, and repeat, and if necessary, repeat again. You don't have to scrub your skin like a stubborn frying pan, but you do need to use a washcloth--your hands are NOT sufficient. Also, understand that one pass is NOT sufficient. Wet your skin, apply soap to your washcloth, then apply that soapy cloth to your skin, and rub. Then rinse it all away, and do it again. At that point, you should be clean. Another point of fact, that you usually have less of an issue with body odor, when you don't have an abundance of body hair, especially in the areas that also contain apocrine sweat glands. So, removing underarm hair, and trimming pubic hair, helps ALOT--and that goes for men AND women. And now, I'll give you a bonus tip--many people in the West neglect this aspect of hygiene, but it's pretty important as well. I'm talking about toilet hygiene, i.e. how you clean up after relieving yourself. Alot of people only use toilet paper to wipe (and I've heard, that guys don't even do that much when they pee--they just shake and go😬). So, here's the tip: most people can't afford to install a bidet in their bathroom, but what IS very affordable, is a squeeze bottle with any type of cap on it, that you can keep in your bathroom, and fill with water to rinse yourself off with before wiping. It makes a WORLD of difference, trust me. Not only is your hygiene at its highest level, it makes laundry far easier as well. Skid marks are a dim distant memory!

[@biggcatiejennah]

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[@lionessnala2000]

Funny you said that cos I know someone who does not have a washcloth and just use hands to wash the body. I am not sure how this looks like cos since I was a little girl...

[@laer.393]

A LOT of people miss the washcloth part. I’ve even seen some claim washcloths are unsanitary, like it’s not possible to allow it to dry properly or just grab a new one every shower. Personally I just use a new washcloth every time I shower! But whether it’s a loofah or cloth everyone does need to use something of that sort. I can’t believe there are people that think hands alone is sufficient 24/7.

[@myrtila]

This was SO helpful! Thanks a lot

[@nizaria156]

Hello, very interesting video. I am wondering what are the sweat-wicking materials you have quickly mentionned

[@sinovuyobusakwe1001]

Cotton

[@giuliacandia1856]

KOSAS Deodorant is really great, it contains AHAs

[@nickgomez6272]

Also some BO can be caused by diabetes

[@anacampa989]

Thank you ❤️

[@scarletweb2106]

Wonderful video

[@carlamanshack1438]

Dove makes an antibacterial body wash that works well

[@blackstarblues9055]

Doesn't benzoyl peroxide wash dry out skin on the body?

[@peacelovebrighteyes]

Hibiclens! I've been using it for 2 years. I don't need deodorant anymore.

[@GluttonforPunishment]

I have adverse reactions to nearly every deodorant and antiperspirant that exists. They cause a rash and actually make me smell significantly worse than if I don’t wear deodorant. When I stopped wearing deodorant I found it very difficult to wash off my BO. I could wash with soap under my arms 3-4 times and still have some stink. One day I tried using a microfiber wash cloth. I discovered I can skip soap altogether most of the time and just use a wet washcloth and it somehow gets rid of the smell in one go. If I really want to avoid some stink for a special occasion, some alum can do the trick, but it’s usually not needed. As long as I actually use a wash cloth (a clean one regularly changed) it keeps me from smelling. I’m not sure why the wash cloth is so effective, maybe you know? It’s been amazing not having to use soap except after gym workouts just to help avoid ringworm/staph exposure.

[@KiraBKADestroyerOfWorlds]

Question: when you were washing multiple times and it wasn't working, were you using a washcloth, or were you using your hands? Bc if you weren't using a washcloth, that's the explanation: you weren't removing what was causing the odor which, as she just said in the video, is not only the thicker, oilier type of sweat, but the bacteria and skin as well. You need a washcloth to get all of that off. Also, I would recommend going back to using soap, WITH your washcloth, and not only under your armpits, but on the rest of your body as well. And, make sure to lather, rinse, and repeat, just like when you shampoo your hair.

[@KattMurr]

I found the ingredient in deodorants that caused a rash was baking soda. Did you notice if that was an ingredient in the ones you tried?

[@nancyrdz333]

I’ve found that lume helps not fully but also avoid eating like she said onion and garlic or even spicy food. I’ve noticed when I do eat those my pits legit smell like onion or when spicy for a not so pleasant smell. Also recently For clothes I found that using gain odor blaster detergent with splash of Lysol odor eliminator liquid has removed the pit stink off clothes. Hope this helps

[@JasminMiettunen]

@@KiraBKADestroyerOfWorlds most dermatologists *don’t* recommend using soap on your entire body

[@pakulo1427]

Thanks!

[@samr5816]

Thank you so much for this video! I had a dermatologist recommend Hibiclens to use as a wash 1-2 times a week for underarms. What do you think?

[@DrSamEllis]

That can work as well!

[@browneaster4987]

I finally found a cure to Tmau disease with herbal treatment from Dr.Auchi on KZbin channel the great herbalist doctor who have the best herbal remedies to Tmau disease.. thank you sir once again doctor…

[@fahadkaganzi3929]

@@DrSamEllis hello Dr Sam this is fahad from Kenya, my brother is also suffering from the same BO and we have tried to use different deodorants they can't even stop the sweating and the smell, lemon juice and apple vinegar also has failed us, what can we use to help my little brother because he is stressed. Hope you can help us with the permanent remedy. Thanks

[@gracekong6448]

Please try isopropyl rubbing alcohol after shower. Then use antiperspirant/deodorant next will be a little bit baking soda. Every time your brother sweating let him wash the armpit again then do the same procedure. Isopropyl alcohol, antiperspirant/deodorant then baking soda.

[@scarletweb2106]

Amazing video

[@azelia444]

lume smells so gross to me and made my sweat smells worse too. i didn’t like it at all. but this video was very helpful thank you!

[@rachaelvaldivieso3434]

How many times a week is it safe to use the benzoyl peroxide cleanser in my underarms and on the fold of the breasts?