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10 Tips to Eliminate Smell Shoes Easily and Quickly

Your favorite shoes smell bad, causing a sense of confidence when having to take off shoes in
public? Do not rush to replace old shoes with new ones. The reason, there are some things you
can do to eliminate the smell of shoes. If there is a way to get rid of shoes, why not try it?

1. Wash shoes regularly

Afraid to wash shoes for fear it could damage shoes? If you have followed the steps of
washing the right shoes, your shoes will not be damaged. Tips to eliminate the smell of shoes is
the most effective way to remove odor on the shoe quickly. However, you should note that not
all types of shoes can be washed. Sports shoes may not be a problem if washed, but high heels
shoes can not be washed away. Before washing the shoes, you should first read the shoe care
instructions listed on the packaging.

2. Replace socks regularly


The cause of shoes to be very smelly can also be caused by lazy to replace socks. Users who
wear socks more than 2 times is believed to make footwear worn to be smelly. To keep your
shoes fragrant, you should change socks every day.

In addition, avoid the habit of storing used socks in the shoes because over time your shoes can
become smelly. By replacing the socks regularly, the smell in your shoes will disappear
gradually. However, if you want to immediately remove the odor in the shoe, immediately wash
your shoes with detergent.

3. Take advantage of coffee as deodorizing

Did you know that the coffee you usually drink can eliminate the stinging smell in shoes? Simply
take advantage of the usual powdered powder you drink to remove odor on shoes. Try to use
black coffee to make the aroma stronger. First, make sure your shoes are dry before doing the
treatment with coffee grounds. After that, wrap the black coffee powder inside the tissue tightly.
Then, place the package of tissue containing the coffee in the shoe, each pair containing 1 piece
of coffee. Let stand overnight, then the coffee will absorb the odor on your shoes.

4. Put the old newspaper into the shoe

Who would have thought if the old newspapers that had been unused could be the ingredient to
complete the tips to eliminate the smell of shoes? It may be said that removing the smell of shoes
with these old newspapers is the simplest and most practical way. Simply squeeze the newspaper
and put it into the shoe. Fill the shoes with newspaper until full and let stand for one night.
Apparently, the newspaper has the power to absorb the smell. That's why some shoemakers use
newspapers to stuff the shoes. In addition to showing the actual size of shoes, newspapers are
inserted into the shoe is also useful to eliminate odor because the shoes are often tried by
prospective buyers.
5. Use baking soda to absorb odors

In addition to overcoming body odor, it turns out baking soda can also absorb the odor in the
shoe, you know . Nothing wrong if you try this baking soda to make your shoes smell-free. In
addition to cheap, baking soda can also be obtained at the ingredients bakery. Before applying
baking soda, make sure your shoes are dry. After making sure that the condition of the shoe is
dry, sprinkle baking soda into the shoe and leave overnight. In the morning, clean the baking
soda powder with a brush. Do it this way repeatedly until the smell in the shoes is completely
gone.

6. Rub the pandan leaves into the inside of the shoe

Pandanus leaf is already famous for its fragrant aroma. If in general, pandan leaves used to scent
the dish, now you can use the panda leaves to remove odor in the shoe. Yes, the way is easy, rub
the pandan leaves into the inside of your shoes. If you do not want the shoes to be dirty, squeeze
the pandan leaves to bruises, then put in the shoes and leave all night. Pandan leaves proved
effective in removing the stench from shoes.

7. Sprinkle baby powder

Sprinkle baby powder Have a problem with the smell of shoes that are very stinging, but you
have not had time to wash the shoes? Let's use tips to eliminate the smell of shoes with special
baby powder. Believe it or not, baby powder can absorb the unpleasant aroma contained in your
shoes. The trick is easy because you just need to put baby powder in the shoe. Baby powder is
believed to neutralize the bacteria that cause odor on shoes. No need to bother cleaning the rest
of the baby powder in the shoe because the powder will disappear by itself when you wear the
shoe.

8. Spray alcohol into the shoe

Spray alcohol into the shoe Bad smell on shoes caused by bacteria.
Bacteria can come from the feet, socks, or cleaning shoes that are less precise. A quick way to
get rid of odors on shoes is to use alcohol. Just spray the alcohol into the inside of the shoe to
eradicate the bacteria that causes odor. Once sprayed, air your shoes first before re-use. Do this
until the smell of your shoes is gone.

9. Dry the shoes in the sun

Dry the shoes in the sun As mentioned before, the cause of odor in your shoes is bacteria. To
eradicate the bacteria is actually quite easy because you just need to dry your shoes in the sun.
The scorching sunlight will kill the bacteria that leave the smell on the shoe. Not only that, after
washing shoes with detergent, should dry in the sun until completely dry. The reason, store shoes
in a humid state can accelerate the growth of bacteria that can cause odor on your shoes.

10. Eliminate the smell of your feet


Eliminate the smell of your feet Some people have foot odor problems. If your feet smell, of
course the smell will contaminate the inside of the shoe. If it's like this, you should try to find
ways to eliminate foot odor.

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