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Using perfume to cover up underarm odor – solution or common mistake?

In everyday life, body odor – especially underarm odor – is a sensitive but very common problem. Many people have the habit of using perfume to "cover up" unpleasant odors, but is this method really effective?

❌ Using perfume to cover underarm odor: The opposite effect is more than expected
Perfume is designed to scent the body, not to deodorize or control perspiration. When sprayed directly onto the skin under the arms – where sweat glands and bacteria are concentrated – perfume can cause the following problems:

Creates an unpleasant mixed smell: The smell of perfume mixed with sweat creates a strong and offensive "hybrid" smell.

Doesn't get rid of the smell at the root: Perfume only covers the smell temporarily. The cause of the smell – bacteria and sweat – remains active.

Skin irritation: Alcohol and essential oils in perfume can cause burning, dryness or even irritation of the underarm area if used after shaving/waxing.

✅ Correct solution: Use a specialized deodorant product

To effectively treat body odor, you should use specialized deodorants with the following functions:

Effective sweat control

Antibacterial, deodorizing

Soothes skin, keeps underarm skin dry and comfortable

Non-sticky – suitable for daily use

💡 Combine deodorant & perfume properly - long lasting fragrance, no worries about "smell lingering"

If you still love perfume, you can combine it with deodorant properly to create a harmonious, natural and long-lasting scent:

Correct usage:
Clean and dry the underarm area.

Apply deodorant roll-on or spray first, wait about 3–5 minutes for the product to fully absorb.

Spray perfume on pulse points (behind ears, wrists, chest) – avoid spraying directly into armpits

Tips for choosing the right scent:
👉 You should choose a deodorant with a similar scent tone (note) to the perfume you are using. For example:

Fresh/citrus perfume → deodorant with citrus, mint scent

Floral perfume → deodorant with jasmine and rose scent

Woody/spicy perfume → neutral, warm scented deodorant

This way the two scents don't clash, creating an overall scent that is pleasant, consistent and subtle.

👉 Suggestion: Breeze Deodorant – a modern solution for modern users

Breeze deodorant is the right choice for those who need strong odor control without causing darkening or irritation, with outstanding advantages:

Modern formula, deodorizes up to 48 hours

Contains no natural extracts – suitable for normal to sensitive skin

Neutral fragrance, easy to combine with other perfumes

Leaves no white streaks, dries quickly, non-sticky

Highly appreciated by many users for its effectiveness and safety.

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📝 Conclusion

Using perfume to cover up underarm odor is not a complete solution, and can even make the odor situation more complicated. Instead, use a specialized deodorant to treat the root cause of the odor, and combine perfume appropriately to create a gentle, luxurious and long-lasting personal mark.