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FOOT DEODORANT

Definition:  Feet perspire about ½ pint each a day.  It is much more for those who work on the feet and/or are athletically active.  The environment the feet are in varies, but generally speaking, they are enclosed in socks and in shoes with very little air in them.  For some people, this means their feet smell badly.

One way to control the odor is to use foot deodorant.  Interestingly, the only part of the foot that needs to have the deodorant applied is the ball of the foot as that is where the moisture exits and collects in the shoe. 

There are several foot deodorants on the market, some with scents and others without.   Regular deodorant and anti-perspirant can also be used. 

Benefits:  Foot odor is more a problem with some people than with others.  Along with other techniques, such as using cedar shoetrees and moisture wicking socks, foot deodorant is an effective way to keep the feet dry and odor free.

Text:  Copyright 2005 Carole Romig   Image:  Left:  Lavilin Packaging 2005   Right:  Justin Blair Catalog 2005