This way they will be more thoroughly cleaned of skin cells and bacteria. The socks should not be synthetic.
At home, walk barefoot or take off the socks you wear outside
When you walk, your socks gather bacteria from the floor, which, getting into a moist environment, start breeding.
Use your antiperspirant on your feet too
Antiperspirants contain chemicals that help reduce sweating. Apply them in the evening, after a shower, to dry skin.
Consult a doctor
If your feet not only smell bad but also start itching and peeling, go to the doctor. These may be symptoms of ringworm, an infection, or mycosis (a disease caused by parasitic fungi).
Disinfect your footwear
- Thoroughly wash the outside.
- Soak the insoles and shoelaces in a chlorhexidine (antiseptic) solution.
- Wipe the inside of the shoes with a cotton swab soaked in chlorhexidine.
Keep your shoes dry
It’s better to have
two pairs of shoes for each season to wear them in turns. If you don’t
have a second pair and your shoes are wet, a good old method will help:
put some crumpled newspapers inside, and they will absorb the moisture
overnight. Or you can use an electric dryer.
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