My boyfriend has a problem with wax buildup in his armpits, it smells very potent and is very hard to get rid of. The only way so far, is for him to shave his armpits, which he hates to do. What would be the cause of this build up?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Health & Fitness category? Maybe give some free advice about: Nutrition? Nevaeh answered Sunday April 25 2004, 9:47 pm: Some people have more sweat glands in there pits than others. There are a few solutions to this problem. #1 keeping the hair trimmed shortly or shaven. (this helps reduce the smell quite a bit) #2 {I got this one off of a website, [Link](Mouse over link to see full location) it states: Using antifreeze on your armpits.... apply liberally and wait 3-4 minutes. Then take a very good shower. wash armpits with soap, etc.
Do not ingest antifreeze, just rub it in your armpits. it kills the bacteria that makes it smell. #3 Get him to go to a doctor. they do make medicine to treat overactive sweat glands.
*he should not be embarassed about this problem, according to the website 70% of men have this same problem and most of them shave there pits as well.* [ Nevaeh's advice column | Ask Nevaeh A Question ]
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