Things like bacteria, sweat, and other foot problems or injuries can
cause your shoes to smell. Make them last longer and stay fresh with
these home remedies.
-BAKING SODA
A smelly shoe or sneaker is no match for the power of baking soda.
Liberally sprinkle soda in the offending loafer or lace-up and let it
sit overnight. Dump out the powder in the morning. (Be careful when
using baking soda with leather shoes, however; repeated applications can
dry them out.) You can also make your own reusable “odor eaters” by
filling the toes of old socks with 2 tablespoons baking soda and tying
them up in a knot. Stuff the socks into each shoe at night before
retiring. Remove the socks in the morning and breathe easier.
-BLACK TEA
Black tea contains tannins, which will work to kill the bacteria that
builds up in your shoes and helps to eliminate the smell. Put the tea
bag in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Remove the tea bag and let it
cool. Place it in your shoe for about an hour. After you remove it,
clean up any excess liquid left on the shoe.
-BABY POWDER
Using baby powder is a precautionary step that you can take before
putting your shoes on to keep them from smelling. If you find that you
are prone to having stinky shoes, rub baby powder on your feet before
slipping them on.
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