How to Stop your Shoes Smelling

Sometimes we are faced with the fact that our shoes are a little more present than we would like them to be.  No one wants to draw attention to themselves for the wrong reasons and smelly shoes are one area that we can easily remedy with some simple changes. 

 

Choosing the Right Shoes. Wear shoes that fit you. When your shoes don't fit you, your feet could sweat more than usual (aside from being incredibly uncomfortable). Wear shoes that have breathable fabrics.   

Giving Shoes a Break. Alternate shoes. Avoid wearing the same pair of shoes two days in a row. 

Personal Hygiene. Wash your feet every day or every other day with antimicrobial soap. If fungus or bacteria is what's causing your feet and shoes to smell, it's a good idea to attack the smell at the source. Put deodorant on your feet. This might sound weird, but keep in mind that your feet sweat too. Buy a stick of deodorant that is meant only for your feet.

Use Powder.   Antibacterial powders for the foot are best. 

Baking Soda. Deodorize with baking soda. Sprinkle a bit into your shoes every night when you take them off. Before you put your shoes on in the morning, take the shoes outside and clap the soles together to get rid of excess powder. 

Freezing the Shoes. Put your shoes in freezer-size sealable plastic bags (one per shoe, if necessary) and put them in the freezer overnight. 

Try antibacterial socks. 

Insoles or Linings.  

• Cedar insoles as Cedar has anti-fungal properties and is often used to deodorize clothes.   
• Put in odor-control insoles.   
• Use silver shoe linings. Linings containing silver are anti-microbial and can inhibit the growth of odor-causing bacteria. 

Washing the Shoes. If your shoes are washable, give them a bath.  

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