Deodorants are one of the basic things we buy at the supermarket. They have become an indispensable part of our daily lives, and many have learned to rely on them to get that clean, fresh feeling and that good smell even after a hard days’ work. However, have you ever wondered why there is such a thing as body odor?
When you talk about human sweat, what you will find out is that it does not smell at all. However, bacteria that live in your body feasts on the compounds found in sweat, and that is where things get nasty. You will develop body odor when the eccrine and apocrine glands in the body, which are most commonly found in the genital areas and the armpit, secrete compounds that bacteria like to feast on. This process releases smelly molecules – which is what we know as body odor.
Years ago, when there were no deodorants yet, humans relied on different items to help them deal with body odor. There were oil-based salves that were made from a variety of ingredients including cinnamon, rose, and lemongrass. The scented wax was also popular for both men and women. In other parts of the world, body odor was treated with aromatic spices and scented oils that were applied all over the body.
Nowadays, proper hygiene is given importance when it comes to overcoming body odor. Washing off or removing excess skin bacteria is an excellent way to manage unpleasant smell. It is also essential to keep the skin as dry as possible. However, there are several cases, particularly among men – as they sweat a lot more than women – that need the use of strong deodorants.
Luckily, we have different deodorant varieties that promise to help alleviate problems that come from having an overpowering odor. It is essential, however, to first learn all that you can about deodorants, so you can choose the best one.
[To determine if you need a deodorant, check your earwax! Really, here’s some research]
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