{"id":139,"date":"2026-01-02T07:31:20","date_gmt":"2026-01-01T22:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/?p=139"},"modified":"2026-01-02T20:29:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T11:29:24","slug":"armpit-odor-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/","title":{"rendered":"The Complete Guide to Underarm Odor Management"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Complete Guide to Underarm Odor Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#1_%EA%B2%A8%EB%93%9C%EB%9E%91%EC%9D%B4_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EA%B0%80_%EC%83%9D%EA%B8%B0%EB%8A%94_%EC%A7%84%EC%A7%9C_%EC%9B%90%EB%A6%AC\" >1. The real reason why underarm odor occurs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#2_%EB%95%80_%EC%A2%85%EB%A5%98%EC%97%90_%EB%94%B0%EB%A5%B8_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88_%EC%B0%A8%EC%9D%B4\" >2. Differences in odor depending on the type of sweat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#3_%EC%83%A4%EC%9B%8C%EB%A7%8C_%ED%95%B4%EB%8F%84_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EA%B0%80_%EB%82%A8%EB%8A%94_%EC%9D%B4%EC%9C%A0\" >3. Why does the smell linger even after showering?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#4_%EB%8D%B0%EC%98%A4%EB%93%9C%EB%9E%80%ED%8A%B8_vs_%EC%95%88%ED%8B%B0%ED%8D%BC%EC%8A%A4%ED%94%BC%EB%9E%80%ED%8A%B8_%EC%B0%A8%EC%9D%B4\" >4. Difference between Deodorant and Antiperspirant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#5_%EB%A9%B4%EB%8F%84%C2%B7%EC%A0%9C%EB%AA%A8%EA%B0%80_%EA%B4%80%EB%A6%AC%EC%97%90_%EB%AF%B8%EC%B9%98%EB%8A%94_%EC%98%81%ED%96%A5\" >5. The impact of shaving and hair removal on care<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#6_%EC%98%B7_%EC%86%8C%EC%9E%AC%EA%B0%80_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EC%97%90_%EB%81%BC%EC%B9%98%EB%8A%94_%EC%98%81%ED%96%A5\" >6. The effect of clothing material on odor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#7_%EC%97%AC%EB%A6%84%EC%97%90_%ED%8A%B9%ED%9E%88_%EC%8B%AC%ED%95%B4%EC%A7%80%EB%8A%94_%EC%9D%B4%EC%9C%A0\" >7. Why it gets worse in summer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#8_%EC%8B%9D%EC%8A%B5%EA%B4%80%EC%9D%B4_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EB%A5%BC_%ED%82%A4%EC%9A%B4%EB%8B%A4\" >8. Eating habits contribute to bad breath.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#9_%EC%A7%91%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C_%EB%B0%94%EB%A1%9C_%EC%8B%A4%EC%B2%9C%ED%95%98%EB%8A%94_%EA%B4%80%EB%A6%AC_%EB%A3%A8%ED%8B%B4\" >9. A management routine you can implement right at home.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"http:\/\/goodlifetips.co.kr\/en\/armpit-odor-care\/#10_%EB%B3%91%EC%9B%90_%EC%B9%98%EB%A3%8C%EA%B0%80_%ED%95%84%EC%9A%94%ED%95%9C_%EA%B2%BD%EC%9A%B0\" >10. If hospital treatment is required<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-\uaca8\ub4dc\ub791\uc774-\ub0c4\uc0c8\uac00-\uc0dd\uae30\ub294-\uc9c4\uc9dc-\uc6d0\ub9ac\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_%EA%B2%A8%EB%93%9C%EB%9E%91%EC%9D%B4_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EA%B0%80_%EC%83%9D%EA%B8%B0%EB%8A%94_%EC%A7%84%EC%A7%9C_%EC%9B%90%EB%A6%AC\"><\/span><strong>1. The real reason why underarm odor occurs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Underarm odor doesn&#039;t come directly from sweat itself. Most sweat is colorless and odorless, but underarms are special sweat glands called apocrine glands, and the proteins and lipids they secrete come into contact with bacteria on the skin surface, creating an odor. Bacteria break down these nutrients, producing short-chain fatty acids and ammonia-based substances, which are at the heart of body odor we find unpleasant. Therefore, even when sweating the same amount, the intensity of the odor varies from person to person. This is due not only to the composition of the sweat but also to the microbes that inhabit the skin. In other words, the core of the problem lies not in removing sweat, but in managing bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-\ub540-\uc885\ub958\uc5d0-\ub530\ub978-\ub0c4\uc0c8-\ucc28\uc774\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_%EB%95%80_%EC%A2%85%EB%A5%98%EC%97%90_%EB%94%B0%EB%A5%B8_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88_%EC%B0%A8%EC%9D%B4\"><\/span><strong>2. Differences in odor depending on the type of sweat<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The human body has two main types of sweat glands. Eccrine glands, found throughout the body, secrete clear sweat for body temperature regulation and are virtually odorless. Apocrine glands, concentrated in areas like the armpits and groin, produce a thicker secretion mixed with fat and protein. While initially odorless, these secretions develop a characteristic body odor when broken down by bacteria on the skin. The intensification of body odor after puberty is also due to the increased activity of apocrine glands. Therefore, the key to managing body odor is not to block eccrine sweat, but to reduce the contact between apocrine secretions and bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-\uc0e4\uc6cc\ub9cc-\ud574\ub3c4-\ub0c4\uc0c8\uac00-\ub0a8\ub294-\uc774\uc720\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_%EC%83%A4%EC%9B%8C%EB%A7%8C_%ED%95%B4%EB%8F%84_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EA%B0%80_%EB%82%A8%EB%8A%94_%EC%9D%B4%EC%9C%A0\"><\/span><strong>3. Why does the smell linger even after showering?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cPeople who complain, &quot;I wash every day, but I still smell,&quot; often have a problem with their showering routine. Simply rubbing with soap or body wash doesn&#039;t completely remove the sebum and bacterial film that lingers between the armpit folds. Furthermore, if moisture remains after a shower, bacteria can quickly multiply. In particular, the habit of roughly drying off with a towel and immediately putting on clothes is a surefire way to relapse. After showering, it&#039;s essential to thoroughly dry your body with a hairdryer or fan. Changing just this one step can significantly reduce the duration of odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-\ub370\uc624\ub4dc\ub780\ud2b8-vs-\uc548\ud2f0\ud37c\uc2a4\ud53c\ub780\ud2b8-\ucc28\uc774\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_%EB%8D%B0%EC%98%A4%EB%93%9C%EB%9E%80%ED%8A%B8_vs_%EC%95%88%ED%8B%B0%ED%8D%BC%EC%8A%A4%ED%94%BC%EB%9E%80%ED%8A%B8_%EC%B0%A8%EC%9D%B4\"><\/span><strong>4. Difference between Deodorant and Antiperspirant<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people confuse these two products. Deodorants neutralize or mask existing odors with fragrance. Antiperspirants, on the other hand, temporarily block sweat glands, reducing sweat production. For severe odors, deodorants alone may not be effective; using them in conjunction with an antiperspirant, which reduces sweat production, can be effective. However, those with sensitive skin may experience irritation, so it&#039;s best to test a small area at night before use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-\uba74\ub3c4-\uc81c\ubaa8\uac00-\uad00\ub9ac\uc5d0-\ubbf8\uce58\ub294-\uc601\ud5a5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_%EB%A9%B4%EB%8F%84%C2%B7%EC%A0%9C%EB%AA%A8%EA%B0%80_%EA%B4%80%EB%A6%AC%EC%97%90_%EB%AF%B8%EC%B9%98%EB%8A%94_%EC%98%81%ED%96%A5\"><\/span><strong>5. The impact of shaving and hair removal on care<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Underarm hair creates a structure where bacteria can easily cling and sweat and secretions can accumulate. The more hair there is, the better the environment for bacteria to thrive, resulting in a more persistent odor. This explains why shaving reduces odor. However, shaving can cause cuts and cuts, which increases the risk of infection, so it&#039;s crucial to moisturize and soothe the area after shaving. Even if you don&#039;t completely remove the hair, simply trimming it regularly can significantly reduce odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-\uc637-\uc18c\uc7ac\uac00-\ub0c4\uc0c8\uc5d0-\ub07c\uce58\ub294-\uc601\ud5a5\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_%EC%98%B7_%EC%86%8C%EC%9E%AC%EA%B0%80_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EC%97%90_%EB%81%BC%EC%B9%98%EB%8A%94_%EC%98%81%ED%96%A5\"><\/span><strong>6. The effect of clothing material on odor<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even with the same amount of sweat, the degree to which odor lingers varies greatly depending on the material. Synthetic fibers like polyester prevent sweat from drying quickly and, because their structure easily attracts bacteria, cause lingering odors. On the other hand, absorbent and breathable fabrics like cotton, rayon, and bamboo absorb and dry sweat quickly, reducing odor. Especially in summer, breathable natural fibers are often more effective at controlling body odor than functional sportswear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-\uc5ec\ub984\uc5d0-\ud2b9\ud788-\uc2ec\ud574\uc9c0\ub294-\uc774\uc720\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_%EC%97%AC%EB%A6%84%EC%97%90_%ED%8A%B9%ED%9E%88_%EC%8B%AC%ED%95%B4%EC%A7%80%EB%8A%94_%EC%9D%B4%EC%9C%A0\"><\/span><strong>7. Why it gets worse in summer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As temperatures rise, sweat production increases to regulate body temperature, and as humidity increases, the skin surface becomes less likely to dry. This environment is ideal for bacterial growth. Furthermore, summer brings increased activity levels and sweat can easily build up even after showering, making skin care more challenging. During this time, it&#039;s important to dry your skin more frequently than usual. Simply wiping it with a wet tissue or dry towel several times a day and drying it thoroughly can prevent body odor buildup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-\uc2dd\uc2b5\uad00\uc774-\ub0c4\uc0c8\ub97c-\ud0a4\uc6b4\ub2e4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_%EC%8B%9D%EC%8A%B5%EA%B4%80%EC%9D%B4_%EB%83%84%EC%83%88%EB%A5%BC_%ED%82%A4%EC%9A%B4%EB%8B%A4\"><\/span><strong>8. Eating habits contribute to bad breath.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Body odor isn&#039;t just created by the skin; it&#039;s also intensified when the food we eat is excreted through sweat. Garlic, onions, caffeine, and alcohol are among the most common foods that increase odor-causing compounds during metabolism. Conversely, hydrating and maintaining a diet rich in vegetables and fruits dilutes sweat and reduces odor intensity. In other words, odor control begins not just in the bathroom or shower, but at the dinner table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-\uc9d1\uc5d0\uc11c-\ubc14\ub85c-\uc2e4\ucc9c\ud558\ub294-\uad00\ub9ac-\ub8e8\ud2f4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_%EC%A7%91%EC%97%90%EC%84%9C_%EB%B0%94%EB%A1%9C_%EC%8B%A4%EC%B2%9C%ED%95%98%EB%8A%94_%EA%B4%80%EB%A6%AC_%EB%A3%A8%ED%8B%B4\"><\/span><strong>9. A management routine you can implement right at home.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the morning, start with a three-step routine: showering, drying thoroughly, applying a small amount of antiperspirant, and choosing breathable clothing. While out and about, if you feel sweaty, wipe it off with a tissue or dry towel, let it dry briefly, and then reapply deodorant. Upon returning home, shower immediately and apply a gentle moisturizer to the shaved area to restore the skin barrier. Maintaining this routine for just a week will significantly reduce odor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-\ubcd1\uc6d0-\uce58\ub8cc\uac00-\ud544\uc694\ud55c-\uacbd\uc6b0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_%EB%B3%91%EC%9B%90_%EC%B9%98%EB%A3%8C%EA%B0%80_%ED%95%84%EC%9A%94%ED%95%9C_%EA%B2%BD%EC%9A%B0\"><\/span><strong>10. If hospital treatment is required<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the odor doesn&#039;t subside with routine care or is severe enough to interfere with social interactions, you should consider the possibility of hyperhidrosis or bromhidrosis. In these cases, hospitals can recommend personalized options, including medication, Botox injections, and laser treatment. The key is to accurately identify the cause through professional consultation rather than trying to resolve the issue on your own. A prompt diagnosis and tailored treatment can significantly improve your quality of life.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Complete Guide to Underarm Odor Management 1. The Real Cause of Underarm Odor: Underarm odor doesn&#039;t originate directly from sweat itself. While most sweat is colorless and odorless, underarms are special sweat glands called apocrine glands. The proteins and lipids secreted from these glands combine with bacteria on the skin surface to create the odor. These bacteria break down these nutrients, producing short-lived fatty acids and ammonia, which are the core of the unpleasant body odor we experience. 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