How to Relieve Foot Odor

Reduce foot odor.

Bad foot odor is embarrassing and can sometimes be detected even when your feet are enclosed in shoes. Simply washing your feet is not enough to get rid of persistent foot odor, and many powders and sprays just cover up the smell rather than eliminating it. The key to getting rid of foot odor is to both treat it and prevent it from occurring again.

Things You'll Need

• Cotton socks
• Water
• Antibacterial soap
• Apple cider vinegar
• Baking soda

Instructions

1. Choose cotton socks to help absorb moisture and odor. Change your socks at least once a day.

2. Wash your feet daily with warm water and antibacterial soap. Be sure to dry them thoroughly, including between the toes.

3. Change the shoes that your wear daily. This gives each pair of shoes time to dry out completely before they are worn again.

4. Add 1/3 cup of apple cider vinegar to a container of warm water and soak your feet in it every few days.

5. Sprinkle the inside of your shoes with baking soda before putting them on to help absorb moisture and odors.

Tips & Warnings

• Using a spray antiperspirant on the bottom of your feet before putting on shoes will help control sweaty feet.

References

• Epodiatry: Smelly Foot
• Health 911: Foot Odor