Sweat and Body Odor
Perspiration, or sweat, comes from sweat glands that you've always had in your body. But thanks to puberty, these glands not only become more active than before, they also begin to secrete different chemicals into the sweat that has a stronger smelling odor. You might notice this odor under your arms in your armpits. Your feet and genitals might also have new smells.
The best way to keep clean is to bathe or shower every day using a mild soap and warm water. This will help wash away any bacteria that contribute to the smells. Wearing clean clothes, socks, and underwear each day can also help you to feel clean. If you sweat a lot, you might find that shirts, T-shirts, socks, and underwear made from cotton or other natural materials will help absorb sweat more effectively.
If you're concerned about the way your underarms smell, you can try using a deodorant or deodorant with antiperspirant. Deodorants get rid of the odor of sweat by covering it up, and antiperspirants actually stop or dry up perspiration. They come in sticks, roll-ons, gels, sprays, and creams and are available at any drugstore or supermarket. All brands are similar (and ones that say they're made for a man or for a woman are similar, too, except for some perfumes that are added).
If you choose to use deodorant or antiperspirant, be sure to read the directions. Some work better if you use them at night, whereas others recommend that you put them on in the morning. But keep in mind that some teens don't need deodorants or antiperspirants. So why use them if you don't have to? Deodorant and antiperspirant commercials may try to convince you that you'll have no friends or dates if you don't use their product, but if you don't think you smell and you take daily baths or showers and wear clean clothes, you may be fine without them.
2007-05-04 10:08:10
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answered by Anonymous
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1) You might have overactive sweat glands, in which case you may want to talk to you doctor about it, but only if it's really severe and interfering with everyday life. 2) I don't know how old you are, but especially teenagers have the tendency to buy whatever deodorant looks or smells the best and they don't base their decision off of what actually works. Try a clinical strength, or there is some sort of spray on stuff that works really well, albeit expensive. Or try using men's deodorant if you're a female (I do), or I've used Maechem (sp) before and it usually works really well.
2016-04-01 08:35:16
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answered by Anonymous
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It sounds like hyperhidrosis which sounds scary but really just means excessive sweating. Sometimes excessive sweating can be a symptom of a medical condition (I am NOT a doctor) so I think a trip to your family doc might not be a bad idea. They can prescribe an extra strong anti-perspirant that you can put on before bed that will help during the day. (it really works if you follow the instructions) I know all of this because when I was between 14-25 I had terrible sweating problems. I still do, but they are far less bad now that I'm 30. I've also noticed that coffee consumption makes mine worse! (more than 1 cup)
Like the other poster said, you could also try certain dri (and apply it at night before bed).
Good luck!
2007-05-04 09:02:27
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answered by blonderedhead 2
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If you are at skateland, and roller blading for hours, anyone is normally giong to sweat. Youre an active person!! There is nothing wrong with you. If you have bad body oder, sweat when you stand still, and that two showers a day isn't helping then you need to see a doctor.
2007-05-04 09:01:47
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answered by What, what, what?? 6
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I have 2 possible solutions for you.
The cheap solution is --- I saw a commercial for Secret Prescription Strength. I'm not sure if it is stick or spray, but you may want to give it a try.
The expensive solution is --- Get botox injected into your underarms. It will keep the sweat glands from working. I know someone who did it and it worked like a charm! It is something that would need to be done every 6 months to a year.
Good luck!
2007-05-04 09:11:37
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answered by Anonymous
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My sister has this problem. She had to go to a dermatologist and they gave her some medicine. It looks like a bingo dobber with a sponge on top that you put once every few weeks. Then you have to wrap your pits with a garbage bag or saran wrap and sleep overnit with it on. I guess you won't sweat for up to two or three weeks.
I heard Botox injections inthe armpits help stop sweating.
I also saw a comercial for a new deodorant that it supposed to be clinical strength with medication in it. One of the major brands makes it. I can't remeber if it's Ban or Secret or what, but you should look it up.
2007-05-04 09:02:33
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answered by Jen 2
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Me too. It sucks, especially because it is getting warmer. I have tried even the new Secret Clinical and I was sweaty by the end of the day. The only only thing I like is Certain Dri and it is sooooo harsh. It is a roller deodorant, but it dries me out for days.
2007-05-04 09:00:26
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answered by Moosey 5
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That stinks... literally! I have the same problem. I have tried a prescription called Dry-Sol but I warn you it does burn when you use it. It typically helps me and I use it every few weeks before I go to bed (only use it before bed because it can really be irritating while awake!). Also, they have approved Botox injections for sweating. I haven't done that, but I hear it works well....pricey though.
2007-05-04 09:06:48
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answered by Caroline C 1
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If you are just using deodorant you need to try using anti-perspirent / deodorant. The deodorant is just to mask the smell. The anti-perspirent helps stop the sweating.
2007-05-04 09:00:19
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answered by Mike Y 3
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Ummm i think that you should go to the doctors... even though they freak me out, but they could really help you. Also i was watching some tv and there is this new deoderent from secret that is supposed to help with the sweating. I hope that i was able to help you!
2007-05-04 09:11:48
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answered by Anonymous
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