Each season’s weather brings its own set of challenges for skin care, and in warm and humid weather, funky odors and fungal rashes are a big one to look out for. Fungal infections like athlete’s foot and jock itch are more common during hotter months, when you’re more likely to be warm, wet and sweaty. If you’d rather not spend your summer itchy and inflamed, we’ve tracked down a “miracle” body wash that can treat rashes, smelly odors and much more thanks to one important ingredient: tea tree oil.We’ve previously reported on the benefits of this skin care ingredient, with expert input. In reporting on a different tea tree oil product for nail fungus, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Angela Brimhall told HuffPost that tea tree oil has antiseptic and antifungal properties. Cosmetic chemist Jane Tsui also previously told HuffPost, “This essential oil is known to have antimicrobial and antifungal effects, therefore making it a great ingredient for acne or inflammation.”And looking at the reviews, it appears that Truremedy Naturals’ tea tree and peppermint body wash is helping people get clean — and come clean about how gross they felt before. (The reviews are impressive, but maybe don’t read them while you’re eating.)Not only do reviews vouch for the body wash’s ability to reduce inflammation and body acne, but it’s managing to get rid of “almost vomit inducing” odors, soothing sensitive skin and tackling fungal rashes. It’s helped shoppers with conditions like keratosis pilaris, eczema, psoriasis, menopause and perimenopause, as well as more temporary skin issues like contact dermatitis, ringworm, athlete’s foot and jock itch. Simply put by one reviewer, “This stuff is some sort of black magic sorcery witchcraft stuff that fixes almost everything nasty with your skin in the nastiest of places.” (Just make sure to patch test before using it everywhere, like you would with any skin care product.)In addition to the tea tree oil, the body wash contains a bunch of other natural ingredients with cleansing and soothing properties like peppermint, aloe, eucalyptus, coconut, jojoba and olive oil to leave the skin hydrated, deodorized and calm. While it has a cool menthol smell, reviewers say it isn’t overpowering or burning like some tea tree products can be, and instead smells and feels more “like a cool aloe wash.”AmazonThe body wash is cleansing, soothing, hydrating and can reduce inflammation.It also helps with body odor, which can be a relief during summer and/or for excess sweaters. “It is the only soap to successfully de-stink my feet in one pass,” one reviewer gushed. “I was using antibacterial barsoap with some success, however I had to really scrub my entire foot with a nail brush (between toes etc) about three times to not smell the funk. This stuff is epic and I can feel how clean and comfortable my feet are, they are so clean and not itchy, it is so nice to wake up and think ‘my feet feel good!’”It’s even teenager-approved, with one parent writing, “My daughter was so embarrassed by her own body odor that she became very self-conscious, even crossing her legs so tight at school that it was hurting her despite showering everyday and using deodorant and so on[.] But it was this product that allowed her to not be self-conscious anymore because this got rid of every body odor, including stinky feet, so now this is her [go-to] body wash.”Having garnered an average of 4.5 stars across more than 52,000 ratings, this stuff is the real deal. You can buy the 12-ounce bottle on its own or in a two-pack if you want to stock up, as many reviewers do (“Ordered the 2 pack before I even finished the single,” one wrote). See below for some more promising reviews, and start summer off on the right foot with a body wash that leaves you feeling clean, smelling great and warding off infection and irritation. “I always order the two pack because I’m forever giving away the 2nd bottle to family members. My brothers, nieces and I all suffer from keratosis pilaris (KP). Our skin is ridiculously dry and we’ve been trying products for decades. I’m happy to say that we’re ALL thrilled with this body wash! It’s silly to say that your soap makes you feel comfortable, but when you’ve got KP you understand this statement. Plus, the bodywash suds up beautifully, smells very refreshing and every shower makes me feel like my butt just smoked a menthol. Can’t beat that clean booty feel! LOL” — Chez “Turning 50 brought changes to my skin, most of which weren’t good. I was having issues with getting dry, itchy patches that wouldn’t go away. I switched detergents and lotions, got prescriptions both oral and topical. Nothing was helping, not even my usual homeopathic topical’s I ordinarily used. I got to researching and reading reviews and came upon this product. Truremedy has truly been a Godsend for me! I have a subscription and shout-out it’s glory to anyone I hear bring up a skin issue!I was dealing with a patch of red, bumpy, itchy and at times painful skin under my breast for about 9 mos.. tried everything including prescriptions. Some things would temporarily help but it kept returning. Started using this making sure to leave it on to work prior to rinsing, and within 3 days I had drastic improvement that lead to overall healing. That patch hasn’t come back and any lump, bump or itch I get this stuff takes care of it! I turned my Daughter on to it, she’s had great results using it to provide much needed relief from HS abcesses.You also rinse feeling cleaner than with traditional cleansers, always a plus! It is also very hydrating, the most hydrating body wash I’ve ever used! I can actually skip after shower lotion in warmer weather, that’s how moisturizing this leaves you! It is very important to shake vigorously before each use as it does seperate. Absolutely love this product and hope it’s always available!” — Lisa “It is good! I bought this for my body, but the real magic happened when I started using it on my feet. I have struggled with foot odor for years (especially with gym shoes), and this tea tree oil body wash has completely eliminated the smell.” — derekT “I have psoriasis and also severe anxiety that causes me to sweat a lot. I am always washing my body 3-4 times in the shower and still not feeling clean. Not with this body wash! It is amazing. I will never use anything else again. I feel clean all day and my skin feels soothed. Absolutely love this product and will repurchase many many more times.” — Koren Gray For more soaps that can tackle stubborn body odor, check out these dermatologist-recommended picks, from a list curated by the HuffPost Shopping team:AmazonA bar of persimmon soap for targeting "old person smell"Board-certified dermatologist and advisor for Live Conscious, Dr. Ohara Aivaz, said that "persimmon-based soaps are a great option for aging-related odor because they help neutralize nonenal at the source."Although Aivaz did mention a specific persimmon soap, we chose to feature this one by Mirai, a formula that uses a dense concentration of persimmon extract with more deodorizing tannins than competitors, as well as green tea extract, an ingredient rich in antioxidants (declining skin antioxidants is one of the causes of "old person smell"). Reviewers claim that the soap's odor elimination lasts for days, and you can use the bar on areas where nonenal odors are strongest, like the back of the neck and behind the ears.AmazonA classic antibacterial soapBoard-certified dermatologist and founder of SCN Dermatology, Dr. Chang B. Son, said that antibacterial soap bars like these from Dial can help reduce bacterial overgrowth. This classic deodorant bar soap promises that clean and recognizable scent, as well as extended odor protection. AmazonA specialized sodium hypochlorite wash for many skin issuesDr. Kseniya Kobets, board-certified dermatologist and director of cosmetic dermatology at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care in Elmsford, New York, said that she likes hypochlorous acid–based cleansers and sprays because they help reduce pathogenic bacteria without being as disruptive as harsher antiseptics. "CLn Body Wash is somewhat unique because it functions more like a very controlled, diluted bleach bath–inspired cleanser using sodium hypochlorite chemistry...while still being formulated for routine cleansing," she said. According to her, this can be especially helpful in people with recurrent folliculitis, eczema-prone skin, sweaty skin folds, or odor related to bacterial imbalance.Although the CLn Body Wash comes in a few different formulas, this particular one appears to be the most popular and most helpful for treating tricky skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, rashes and hidradenitis suppurativa.
This $15 Antifungal Body Wash Is Getting People SO Clean — But Don't Read The Reviews While You're Eating
"Every shower makes me feel like my butt just smoked a menthol."
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