Are you looking for a foot odor treatment to help keep your ski boots odor free this winter? If so, you’re in luck. There are several things you can do to help eliminate the possibility of stinky ski-related footwear. Here are a few of them.
Anti-Microbial Soap
Bacteria is the cause of foot odor. To combat bacteria, it’s important to keep your feet as clean as possible. Anti-microbial soap is ideal for this purpose. As you might guess, it kills bacteria better than regular soap.
If you have dry skin, consider using this soap, every other day. But, it does have a tendency to dry out some people’s skin.
Go one step further and apply antiperspirant to your feet. Any brand is appropriate. Purchase an extra stick, for foot use only. Should you choose to do this, it’s best to wear wool socks. Cotton socks absorb some moisture, but they stay wet.
Baking Soda Treatment
Baking soda is a very affordable deodorizer. Keep it on hand and sprinkle baking soda in your ski boots, right after you take them off. This helps to keep them smelling fresh.
Odor-Control Insoles
Using odor-control insoles is another option. They’re easy to cut, to fit the shape of your boots. For added security, attach each insole to the bottom of the boot with double-sided tape. Cedar insoles have anti-bacterial properties and are a good choice for added protection.
Freezer Treatment
Placing shoes in the freezer, overnight, is a common treatment to get rid of odor. In this case, if the temperature is below freezing, put each boot in a large sealable bag and leave them outside overnight. If you don’t think they’ll be safe, outside your door, lock them inside of your vehicle.
Dryer Sheets and Foot Odor Treatment
Dryer sheets are good for more than just eliminating static cling. Put two or three in each of your ski boots. Leave them there for several hours and you should smell a noticeable difference.
It’s important to note that ill-fitting boots may be part of the problem. If your boots are a bit too small, this typically causes your feet to sweat. Remember, sweat is an indirect cause of odor. Not only that, you’re putting yourself at greater risk to get painful blisters and calluses.
As you can see, there are plenty of things you can do to keep your ski boots smelling fresh this season. There’s absolutely no reason for foot odor treatment to be difficult.
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