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Are you annoyed by the subtle odor of your shoes and feet? Foot odor is caused by several reasons: using a shoe for too long or not with ventilation, infection or fungus, etc. If you want to get rid of the heavy, unpleasant smell from your shoes, read these tips to keep your shoes from "stinking".

Steps

Method 1 of 9: Choose the right size shoe

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   Wear shoes that fit your foot. When you wear shoes that don't fit, it causes your feet to sweat more than usual (besides being extremely uncomfortable). You should try carefully to see if your shoes fit well before you buy them and don't hesitate to see a podiatrist if your feet hurt while wearing shoes.

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   Choose shoes made of breathable material. This is not a new innovation, but wearing shoes with breathable material reduces the amount of sweat and odor. Synthetic materials do not have good absorbency. Breathable fabric generally includes:
   • Cotton
   • Linen
   • Skin
   • Hemp fabric (woven from the hemp plant)
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Method 2 of 9: Change shoes

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   Let's change to another pair of shoes. You should avoid wearing one pair of shoes continuously for two days. This will give the shoe some time to breathe before wearing it again.

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   Give shoes plenty of air. Your feet also need to "breathe", your shoes too. Let your shoes "breathe the air" outdoors and in the sun. Just that - let the shoes "rest"!

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   Refresh shoes. Place the smelly shoes in a very cold place. Leave shoes like this for a few days. Then leave shoes at room temperature until the cold is gone, then put them on. advertisement

Method 3 of 9: Personal hygiene

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   Wash your feet every day or every other day with an antibiotic soap. If fungus and bacteria are the cause of the odor in your feet and shoes, then it's best to get rid of the smell from scratch. Every day when you take a shower, rub your feet evenly with an antibacterial or antibacterial soap.
   • Notice whether daily foot washing with antimicrobial soap dries out the skin of the feet. Because washing your feet like that every day can cause dry and chapped skin on your feet. If the skin of your feet is dry, apply lotion after washing your feet and wash your feet once a day with antibacterial soap.

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   Spray deodorant on your feet. This may sound weird, but keep in mind that your feet are also sweaty. Buy a foot spray (meaning it can't be used in other areas of the body) and spray it on your feet every morning. advertisement

Method 4 of 9: Use baby powder

If your feet smell when wet, then the best way to keep your feet dry (besides taking it off once in a while) is to apply talcum powder or talcum powder (talcum). This powder has a pleasant, soothing smell and can help keep your feet from sweating.

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   Apply baby powder or Baby Johnson powder to your feet before putting on socks.

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   Put an extra layer of powder on the shoe. Then wear shoes. advertisement

Method 5 of 9: Use baking soda

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   Deodorize with baking soda. Sprinkle a little into your shoes every evening when you take off your shoes. Before you put on your shoes in the morning, take your shoes out and knock the soles together to let the baking soda fall out. advertisement

Method 6 of 9: Freezing shoes

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   Freeze to deodorize. Put shoes in a zipper-free plastic bag for freezing food (one shoe per bag, if needed) and leave the shoes in the freezer overnight.The cold temperature kills fungi or odor causing bacteria. advertisement

Method 7 of 9: Wear socks

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   Wear socks when possible. Breathable cotton socks will help absorb moisture from your feet, keeping your feet cleaner.
   • If you wear flats or stilettos, you can wear short socks that don't come out. These socks are cut short to cover only the heel, sides, soles of the feet and toes.

     

   • Use running socks. These socks are woven with special desiccant technology to keep your feet dry.

     

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Method 8 of 9: Use shoe insoles or lining pads

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   Use cedar-scented shoe insoles or use potatoes. Cedar has anti-fungal properties and is often used to deodorize clothing. Shoe insoles can stay in your shoes, and potatoes should be put in at night and taken out in the morning.

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   Use an odor control insole. The odor control insole can be trimmed to fit the sole and it is also available in a variety of colors to choose from. These insoles are suitable for sandals, heels or open-toed shoes.
   • Fix the pad with a small double-sided tape or rubber adhesive. This will keep the pad firmly in place, but will also be easy to remove.

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   Use silver lining lining. Silver lining lining can fight bacteria and prevent odor generation and bacteria production.

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   Use scented paper. Just put a few pieces of fragrant paper into the shoe when wearing. It will help deodorize quickly. advertisement

Method 9 of 9: Clean shoes

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   If your shoes are washable, wash them immediately. You can put your shoes in the washing machine or soak them in soapy water to gently clean them. Remember to clean the inside of the shoes (including the insoles) and let all shoes dry before wearing. advertisement

Advice

• When wearing shoes outside, avoid entering puddles or mud, which will cause the shoe to smell bad.
• Always wash your feet and let them dry completely before putting them on, this also helps to make them more durable.
• Another way to get rid of odors is to sprinkle powder on your shoes. In addition, putting fragrant paper in shoes is also very effective.
• Lumpy calluses often keep the smell of sweaty feet even after bathing, you should use a pumice stone to gently rub on your feet to remove those layers.
• Washing white socks with bleach can help prevent bacteria and fungus.
• Try an orange peel. At the end of the day, put the fresh orange peel in your shoes until morning, this will help eliminate foot odor.
• Currently, there are several types of spray for shoes. Follow the directions on the bottle to better understand the product.
• Most shoes can be washed in a washing machine or hand washed. Just make sure the shoes are completely dry before you wear them.
• Bathing also helps to improve love! Remember to shower every day and wash your feet. Sometimes the bad smell is not caused by shoes!
• Do not put your shoes in the dryer as this will damage them.
• Use a UV sterilizer to kill bacteria in your shoes regularly every day. This is especially important if you wear shoes without socks.
• Freezing shoes will not kill bacteria and fungi. Most bacteria and fungi can easily freeze and quickly regenerate without dying.