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Hygiene advice is often either too vague or unnecessarily alarming. This section covers what actually helps, what is a marketing myth, and how to stop products from irritating you.
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Body odour during and after puberty is caused by sweat mixing with bacteria on the skin, particularly in the armpits and groin. It is not a sign of being dirty. Washing daily, changing clothes after sweating, and using deodorant all reduce it substantially.
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