Q. I’ve had underarm odor for four years and it’s been the most embarrassing thing. I’m 16 and in high school. I wore sweatshirts and tried not to get close to people because I was so embarrassed. I wouldn’t even hug my boyfriend.
My armpits would start to smell five minutes after I took a shower and deodorant made it even worse. I got so frustrated about it that I thought I couldn’t take it any longer.
I read that vinegar might work and so might baking soda. I patted on some vinegar with a towel and let it sit for about five minutes. Then I patted it dry and put on some baking soda. To my surprise, I didn’t smell five minutes later or even five hours later. I woke up the next morning and STILL didn’t smell! I am thrilled.
A. We are delighted that vinegar is working for you. Many others also have had success with vinegar under their arms.
Some readers, however, have been disappointed: “Vinegar left me smelling like sauerkraut and really didn’t work. I tried milk of magnesia, and it works like a miracle.”
You can learn more about milk of magnesia (MoM) as a deodorant at PeoplesPharmacy.com.
