Got Armpit Odor? Simple Armpit Detox Recipe

Several years ago, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer (she’s cancer-free now!).  As a result, I started to pay closer attention to what I put in and on my body.  It can get overwhelming, but I found that our skin is our largest organ.  Armpits are very porous and are an access point to our lymph nodes.

So, while the data on how traditional deodorants can cause cancer is inconclusive, I decided to hedge my bets and switch to natural deodorants. The problem was, to be frank, my armpits started to smell.

Do Your Armpits Smell?

At first, I thought the natural deodorant didn’t work. Still, when researching, I realized this was a widespread problem when switching from traditional to natural deodorants. The solution was to detoxify my armpits.

What is an armpit detox?

An armpit detox is a skin mask you apply to your armpit area, then let dry and wash off with a damp washcloth. It works at removing the buildup left by traditional deodorants that are filled with synthetic fillers and by-products. The sticky buildup lends itself to armpit odor.

How do you make an armpit detox mask?

There are lots of different armpit detox recipes.  Some include baking soda; others include charcoal.  Based on a friend’s recommendation, I chose a simple recipe with equal parts of apple cider vinegar and bentonite clay.  I found the bentonite clay on Amazon (get yours here) and had apple cider vinegar on hand, but you can get it at all grocery stores (or get it on Amazon here).

Armpit Detox Mask Recipe

I generally use one tablespoon of bentonite clay and one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar for my mask. Mix it in a non-metal bowl with a non-metal spoon. When you pour the vinegar on the clay, it will create a chemical reaction and fizz.

The paste will be thick, but apply it liberally under your armpits. Allow the paste to dry for 15-20 minutes. I usually take a warm Epsom salt bath while I wait to keep my armpits up.

Frequently Asked Armpit Detox Questions

Get Rid of Armpit Smell for Good

You no longer have to live in embarrassment that your armpits smell. Try an armpit detox mask to detoxify your armpits and eliminate foul underarm odor. Let me know if you try it and what you think. It’s been a game changer for me when it comes to getting rid of those dreaded smelly armpits!