We women are, of course, gentle and verywho are meticulous about their appearance. And we are concerned not only about how we look, but also how we smell. Which is not surprising. We are made of blood and flesh, and flesh, as we know, has the insidious property of emitting odors, and not always pleasant ones. And what is most offensive is that these unpleasant odors can linger in clothes and shoes for a long time. And if this problem is easily solved with regard to clothes, then shoes do not want to part with the smell. And if these are also men's shoes ... Oh, yes! Men's boots and sneakers smell so much that the first thought that comes to mind when you catch this magical odor is to immediately throw this source of the smell in the trash. However, let's not be too biased: children's and women's shoes also sometimes smell. So what can be done? All that remains is to find out how to remove the smell from shoes and immediately do this not very pleasant, but very useful thing.
Why does the shoe smell?
Let's start with the fact that any shoe smells,even brand new ones. It is no coincidence that shoe stores have a specific, persistent and very recognizable smell. Trying on new clothes in a store, we do not pay any attention to it. But when we come home, we suddenly discover that our new shoes or boots emit a noticeable smell. And they smell of everything at once: leather (leatherette), glue, packaging. Of course, this smell cannot be called unpleasant, but you do not want to parade along the street or in the office, leaving behind a trail of such an aroma. And used shoes are generally a traitor. You wash them, clean them, smear them with all sorts of creams (no worse than your own face), and they just start stinking at the most inopportune moment. What an embarrassment! And why does it allow itself to do this? Perhaps because they are made of synthetic materials that are not able to pass air. However, leather or cloth shoes (made of "breathing" materials) can also start to emit an unpleasant odor. Why? Old shoes smell of our feet sweat and dirt that collects inside them. And this odor, as we know, is caused by bacteria. And no matter how clean you are, sooner or later your shoes will still start to smell. Feet sweat, even if it seems to you that this is not happening, dust gets inside the shoes, bacteria begin their dirty work and this whole mix acquires a specific smell of dirty socks or old shoes. Which we (and, unfortunately, not only us) begin to clearly feel, especially when taking off our shoes after a long working day. But no woman will put up with this state of affairs. And therefore, she will try to eliminate this smell.
Eliminate the smell of new shoes
So, after raiding the shoe stores, wewe come home, take the coveted new shoes out of the box and immediately smell this smell. On the one hand, it's even pleasant: it smells like new shoes and lifts your spirits. But on the other hand, you really don't want to smell like this yourself, but you'll have to if you don't eliminate the smell from your new shoes. In some not particularly severe cases, simple airing helps: it's enough to leave your shoes on an open balcony overnight (especially in the cold season). But this measure is not always effective. Then you can do the following.
Each of these means is good in itself,but if you combine them, the effect will be more noticeable. Therefore, you can first wipe the shoes with hydrogen peroxide or vinegar, air them out and spray them with deodorant. Or, for example, sprinkle flour into the shoes, leave them overnight, and then vacuum them thoroughly and wipe them with potassium permanganate. Quite simple. But with old shoes you will have to tinker.
Remove the smell from old shoes?
So that the shoes don’t stink too much (and they always smell(it will be the same!), try to follow (and make your household members do the same) the rules of hygiene. For example, to prevent your feet from sweating too much and your shoes from stinking later, wear cotton socks instead of synthetic ones. Use deodorants or foot powders and never put on unwashed socks or tights in the morning! These items are worn only for one day, and then they must be washed. Try to convince your man of this and in every way stop his attempts to put on dirty socks in the morning that he lovingly hid from the night before. And also, every time you come home in the evening, your shoes need to be washed, aired and dried. This is especially important for the cold season, when we start putting on winter or demi-season shoes. Some shoes can be washed, for example, sneakers, trainers or house slippers. Other footwear (summer sandals, sandals, rubber boots, shoes) can be washed in warm soapy water. It is more difficult with boots and booties. Of course, ideally you need to have at least two pairs of winter or demi-season shoes and wear them alternately. Then the shoes will have time to air out. But not everyone can afford such luxury and are content with one single pair of boots for winter and one for spring and autumn. Then try to change the insoles more often, because they absorb and retain the unpleasant odor. You can also buy scented or antibacterial insoles or use shoe deodorant daily. Just use it in advance, and not just before leaving the house. By the way, the measures relevant for combating the smell of new shoes will help here too. Try not to wear the same pair of shoes all day long: firstly, staying indoors in outdoor shoes is not comme il faut, and secondly, after two or three hours in closed shoes, your feet will definitely start to sweat. Therefore, be sure to use a change of shoes at work, and try to walk barefoot more at home. In general, it is easier to prevent the appearance of odor than to eliminate it later. Do not skimp on quality shoes, be sure to wash and dry them every time after walking in the snow or puddles. Try to air out and dry your shoes well at least once a week, and also treat them with deodorants. And when your shoes are clean inside and out, they will not smell! Well, maybe just a little, and then - of good leather or deodorant. Everything is in your hands, including shoes. Good luck!
