Why do my feet smell?

[Anonymous]

I shower every day.

I have shower before I go to work in the morning so I'm clean & fresh.

I wear socks & sneakers as the train is a 10 min walk from my job.

I change into a pair of flats which I bought a month ago. They're not leather.

When I take my flats off to get into my sneakers to go for a walkat lunch my feet smell.

I don't know why it does that when my feet are clean.

Any thoughts?

[Anonymous]

Foot odor can occur even if you shower daily and maintain good hygiene. Several factors can contribute to smelly feet:

1. Sweating: Feet have numerous sweat glands, and moisture can build up inside closed shoes, creating an environment for bacteria to thrive, which can cause odor.

2. Bacteria and Fungi: The combination of sweat and warmth in your shoes can lead to the growth of bacteria and fungi, which can produce unpleasant odors.

3. Shoe Material: Non-leather shoes may not allow your feet to breathe as well as leather, which can contribute to moisture retention.

4. Socks: The type of socks you wear can also impact foot odor. Moisture-wicking socks can help keep your feet drier.

To address the issue, you can try the following:

- Use moisture-wicking socks.
- Rotate your shoes to allow them to air out.
- Consider using foot powders or antifungal sprays.
- Wash your feet thoroughly and dry them before putting on shoes.
- Maintain proper foot hygiene and consider consulting a healthcare professional if the issue persists.

[Billlewis]

So the guy who's worshipping you can better appreciate you;)

[Anonymous]

Do you scrub them in the shower with the soap? But also it’s normal after wearing shoes for a while that it smells a little especially since we sweat but maybe you could go to the doctor and check for fungus or something, or they sell shoe deodorant etc.

[Mpodere]

also my feet smell, I use talc