In addition to deodorants, there are several things that you can do to help reduce body odor. Much of what causes body odor is related to both internal and external factors which are in your power to control or at least regulate. Deodorants work to stop the body from smelling by controlling bacteria and sweat. Focusing on other ways of reducing both of those as well as addressing internal factors will help to alleviate any concerns.
Stopping sweat can be a difficult task. Sweat is natural and a way for the body to remove toxins as well as keep it cool. Blocking this natural process can do more harm than good. Typically deodorants use aluminum compounds to accomplish this. It gets dissolved by sweat and forms a barrier over sweat glands to stop it from being released onto the skin. While effective for preventing body odor, you could imagine some of the downsides.
Natural methods to reduce sweat include clothing type, relaxation techniques, baking soda/baby powder and changes in diet.
Restrictive clothing causes the body to heat up faster. Try wearing loser fitting clothes and/or clothes that use fabrics that allow air to pass through more freely.
Stress can cause the body to sweat. Taking steps to relax, especially in times of great stress will help. Yoga, exercise, breath techniques and time to yourself are great stress reducing methods to consider.
Baking soda and baby powder are great products for absorbing perspiration. They don't prevent sweat however. In addition, certain plants such as sage tea and turnip juice are known to have an effect on sweat glands. They reduce the activity of these glands and cause them to sweat less.
Spicy foods, coffee, garlic and anything high in caffeine are known to cause increased sweating. Obviously these are great things to eat, but limiting the amount you consume on a regular basis can also help to alleviate overly perspiring.
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