Do you ever notice a strange smell coming from your shoes? Maybe you know the feeling of being overwhelmed by an unpleasant smell from your shoes when you take them off. Did you know there is a way to prevent your shoes from smelling? Not only is it possible to prevent your footwear from stinking, but it doesn't have to take up much of your time either! Let us help you eliminate or prevent unwanted odors from your footwear – leaving your shoes smelling fresher so you no longer have to worry about offending others. In this blog post, we will examine why shoe odor occurs in the first place, as well as how it can be prevented and treated.

That's why your shoes smell

One may wonder why our shoes can sometimes smell quite unpleasant. This odor is primarily caused by the combination of sweat and bacteria from our feet, which can produce up to half a liter of moisture per day, and the dark, warm environment inside our shoes, providing the perfect breeding ground for odor-causing bacteria. This can create a foul odor that lingers in your shoes and can be embarrassing in certain situations. The bacteria feed on the moist, dead skin cells that our feet naturally shed, and in turn produce waste that gives off the infamous "shoe smell".

How to get rid of bad smells

Unpleasant odors coming from shoes are a common problem. Fortunately, there are several steps that can be taken to get rid of the musty smell from shoes and get them smelling fresh again. Allowing footwear to air out, changing socks frequently and using odor-eliminating inserts are all great ways to prevent bad odors in the first place. If this is not enough, using a shoe deodorant can be helpful in removing unwanted odors. To avoid or at least minimize these odors, it is important to develop some good habits such as maintaining proper shoe hygiene.

Use shoe spray to remove bad odors

You don't have to worry about smelly shoes with the right shoe care! Thank goodness for shoe spray! Make sure your shoes always smell good by using shoe spray from time to time. Shoe spray can be a great way to quickly clean your shoes and help keep them smelling fresh. Application is easy, with just a few sprays is all you need.

A quality shoe spray can help remove bad odors and leave your shoes fresh. It is important to remember that shoe care is like investing in your footwear. Taking the time to properly care for your shoes can dramatically extend their life, allowing you to get the most out of them. At Simple Goods you will find mild and PH neutral shoe sprays that have added probiotics, which immediately and effectively prevent and break down the source of bad odor for up to 72 hours.

Now that you know how effective shoe sprays are at preventing smelly shoes – do your shoes smell? If so, discover Simple Goods' shoe spray today and try it for yourself - you won't be disappointed!