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Hi , im a girl and im having a problem with body odors . i sweat a lot under my armpits and mostly every deodorant i've tried made me smel?
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Body odor: Body odor is caused by bacteria on the skin so it's crucial to keep the area clean by washing with soap and water daily or several times during the day. Perhaps you can try a deodorant that also has an antiperspirant in it.
Answered 3/18/2013
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Body odor: Body odor is a result of the bacteria breaking down your sweat. Try an anit-perspirant instead of a deodorant. If you decrease the sweat, you'll decrease the odor. If that doesn't work, see your dermatologist for a prescription topical antibiotic.
Answered 10/8/2017
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