Socks and smell in your shoes

Short answer: Smell in shoes comes from bacteria that thrive in moisture. A sock that moves the sweat away from the skin, and a shoe that is allowed to dry, solve most of it.

Moisture is the source

The bacteria live on sweat. Without moisture nothing happens, so the sock is the most important factor.

Change daily

A sock worn two days in a row does not have time to dry. See all bamboo socks for men.

Let the shoe dry

Wear two pairs of shoes in turn, so each pair gets a day to dry.

The material

Bamboo viscose moves the moisture away from the skin. See bamboo socks for sweaty and smelly feet.

Wash quickly

Socks that lie in the basket for a week smell even after washing. See smell in clothes that will not go away.

For women

See the corresponding models in all bamboo socks for women.

Washing

40 degrees without fabric softener, which reduces moisture transport. See the washing guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the most important habit against smell?

Changing socks daily and letting the shoes dry in between.

Does the material help?

Yes. A sock that moves the moisture away gives bacteria poorer conditions.

Why do the socks smell even after washing?

Because they lay damp for too long, or because there is fabric softener residue in them.