Unpleasant smell - page 3

Foot odor belongs to the Foot care and insoles category and includes products intended for everyday foot hygiene, reducing the feeling of moisture and maintaining freshness during the day. Unpleasant odor most often appears due to sweating, closed footwear, synthetic socks, moisture and microorganism growth in warm and humid conditions.

This category includes foot powders and foot deodorants used as an addition to regular washing and drying of the feet, changing socks and ventilating footwear. These products may help feet feel more pleasant, drier and fresher during daily activities.

Foot odor should not be ignored if it is accompanied by itching, flaking, redness, cracked skin between the toes, sores or nail changes, because such signs may indicate a fungal infection or another foot skin concern.

Products for foot odor in the foot care category

When to use products for foot odor?

• When feet sweat more during the day
• When unpleasant odor appears after wearing closed shoes
• Before training, work, long walks or spending many hours in footwear
• As an addition to regular washing and drying of the feet
• When a feeling of freshness, dryness and better comfort in footwear is desired

Pharmacist’s advice

With foot odor, the most important steps are daily washing, thorough drying, especially between the toes, and regular sock changes. Apply powders and deodorants to clean and dry skin, according to the manufacturer’s instructions, and do not use them on open wounds or very irritated skin. Footwear should be ventilated regularly, and if possible, shoes should be alternated so they can dry well between uses. If unpleasant odor is accompanied by itching, flaking, redness, cracked skin between the toes, nail color changes or sores, advice from a dermatologist, doctor or pharmacist is recommended. Ljubica Barbulović, Master of Pharmacy

Tips and useful guides

• View the full Foot care and insoles category
• Home pedicure – how to prepare your heels before summer

For additional tips on foot care, preparing the skin for summer and proper home pedicure, read the guide Home pedicure – how to prepare your heels before summer.