Excessive sweat during summer increases the risk of smelly armpits. Check out this natural DIY spray that can reduce armpit odour. Tap to know!
INGREDIENTS
To make phitkari (Aka Alum) spray at home to reduce armpit smell, you will need only three easily available ingredients: two tablespoons of phitkari (Aka Alum), half a cup of rose water, and a few drops of essential oil like peppermint or lavender.
PREPARE PHITKARI
If you don't have powdered phitkari, you can blend phitkari pieces into a blender to make a fine powder.
ROSE WATER
Take a bowl and pour half a cup of rose water into it. Make sure you use chemical-free rose water as chemical-based rose water can harm your skin.
ADD ESSENTIAL OIL
Now, add powdered phitkari (Aka Alum) and a few drops of the essential oil of your choice to it and mix them well.
STORE
Take a clean and dry spray bottle and transfer your freshly made phitkari spray to the armpit in it. Store this spray in the refrigerator.
USAGE
Apply this natural DIY spray to your armpit directly after showering to reduce odour and prevent infections.
STUDY
According to the study of NCBI, phitkari (Aka Alum) has antiseptic, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties, which can reduce odour and fungal infections.
CONCLUSION
Follow these steps to make phitkari spray at home to reduce armpit odour. Always do a patch test before applying anything to your skin.