Sweat Odor Removal

Clothes

• 1

  Fill a sink with cool water and 1/2 cup white vinegar.

• 2

  Place the sweat soaked clothes into the water and swish to distribute the vinegar evenly. Do not crowd the clothing; soak only a few items at a time. Allow the clothes to remain in the sink for 30 minutes.

• 3

  Drain the sink and squeeze out excess water from the clothes. Avoid wringing the fabric, but gently squish the water from the material with your hands.

• 4

  Pour baking soda over any sweat stains on the clothing. Rub the baking soda into the stains with your fingers.

• 5

  Place the clothes into the washer and clean according to the care label instructions, using 2 Tbsp liquid detergent.

• 6

  Dry the clothing outside on a clothesline or on a drying rack to allow air to circulate through the clothes and give them a fresh smell.

Shoes

• 7

  Sprinkle 2 tbsp. baking soda inside each shoe. Rub the powder into the inside of the shoe with your hand. The powder absorbs excess moisture and odor.

• 8

  Set odor-filled shoes on a table in direct sunlight. The sun's rays will dry the moisture, while the fresh air circulates inside the shoe.

• 9

  Dampen a clean cloth with white vinegar. Rub the inside of the shoe with the cloth. The vinegar destroys bacteria and absorbs odors. Leave the shoes in a well-ventilated area to dry.