Body malodours and their topical treatment agents.

Abstract in brief

• Body odor, including foot odor, negatively impacts social interactions by lowering self-confidence and damaging clothing and shoes; treatments often involve metallic salts like aluminum antiperspirants that inhibit bacteria growth and reduce sweat.
• While these treatments can be effective by blocking sweat ducts and minimizing bacterial support, they have limitations such as reduced effectiveness for heavy sweaters and potential side effects, which limit their use.
• The review covers how body odor is formed from sweat, bacteria, and compounds like acids and steroids, and discusses various ingredients—including metallic salts, herbs, and new agents that control odor without disturbing skin flora—to improve treatment options.]