Believe it or not, sweat is not the root cause of body odour, the real culprit is bacteria.
Bacteria that naturally exists on human skin use the components in sweat as a food source. It's the waste they produce as they grow and multiply that becomes the essence of that stinky smell.
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Wearing regular shoes and socks can make it increasingly difficult for the sweat on your feet to evaporate. Therefore, the bacteria have more sweat to combine with and a longer period of time to make an impact.
Additionally, increased activity forces feet to sweat at a higher rate, which in turn means bacteria have more opportunities to latch onto sweat and create foul odors.
Socks that have been finished with an antimicrobial technology are the fastest and easiest way to solve this issue. Certain socks have been manufactured with antimicrobial materials which can help prevent the growth of bacteria and, as a result, can aid in the fight against foot odour.
When you select socks that have been enhanced with antimicrobials, the treated fabric resists the growth of unwanted, odour-causing bacteria. While your feet will still produce the same amount of sweat, the antimicrobial treatment in the sock fabric prevents the proliferation of bacteria and therefore slows or stops odour-producing growth.