What are the causes of body odour?

Body odour, also known as BO, refers to somebody’s smell. It is caused by sweat and can increase after exercise. When a person reaches puberty, more sweat glands start to develop, especially under the armpits. Although sweat itself does not smell bad, it can take on a strong pong when it reacts with bacteria on the skin. That is why showering regularly, washing your armpits every day and using deodorant when you reach puberty are important steps in stopping the smell.…

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