We choose shoes for sweaty feet

Effective ways to deal with sweaty feet

Are your feet sweating excessively and an unexpected invitation to a coffee with friends gives you goosebumps at the thought of having to take off your shoes? Relax! There are many proven ways to effectively deal with the problem of excessive foot sweating. Home methods that will bring the best results can be found in this guide.

However, even these may often be insufficient if you wear the wrong footwear. Some materials simply increase the unpleasant odor, so it is better to avoid them.

What shoes should you avoid to prevent unpleasant odors?

The feet, compared to the rest of the body, contain the most sweat glands per centimeter. To be more precise, there are approximately 125,000 of them on each of them! It's no wonder that this part of the body sweats a lot, especially when you wear ill-fitting shoes for many hours every day.

Rubber wellies, plastic ballerina shoes or sneakers made of plastic are a perfect environment for generating unpleasant odors. If for some reason you must wear this type of footwear, be sure to buy absorbing or deodorizing insoles that will effectively wick away moisture and prevent excessive sweating.

In addition to choosing the right material from which the shoes are made, make sure that the size fits properly and provides your feet with enough room to breathe. Shoes that are too tight put a lot of pressure on your toes, making your feet sweat more. In other words, if your toes are squashed inside your shoes, the airflow to this zone will significantly decrease, while increasing the temperature. You don't want to create a steam sauna inside your shoes, do you?

What shoes are best for sweaty feet?

Now that you know which shoes to avoid to avoid bacteria multiplying, it's time to find out which shoes are best for sweaty feet.

When looking for a new pair of shoes, make sure that the production uses breathable materials that do not block air circulation. One of the most obvious choices is natural leather, which definitely has the above properties. Other natural materials will also work great, such as suede, nubuck or canvas, which will give you a feeling of freshness regardless of your plans. 

However, we realize that leather or suede shoes will definitely not work in the gym, and this is probably where you experience the problem of excessive foot sweating the most. To prevent this, choose specially designed membranes and meshes that have been created in accordance with the technology that regulates foot temperature. 

Thanks to this - regardless of whether you are at work or training - you will stay comfortable and fresh throughout the day and you will be able to take care of your errands without being distracted by an unpleasant smell.   

What else should you pay attention to?

To be as sure as possible that your feet will not smell unpleasant after taking off your shoes, be sure to pay attention to the three aspects that we have discussed below. 

First, socks

Wearing the right shoes with the wrong socks can be counterproductive and your feet will continue to sweat profusely. Avoid socks made of synthetic fabrics, which may make it difficult or even impossible to get rid of moisture. In addition to natural materials such as cotton or bamboo, you can buy special socks for athletes, which, thanks to additional small holes, ensure proper ventilation and effectively wick away moisture, minimizing unpleasant odors.

An effective solution recommended for people struggling with excessive sweating of the feet is to carry spare socks. You can keep them in your backpack, purse or in a drawer at work so that you can immediately refresh your feet when you feel that they are simply wet. 

Secondly, wear a change of shoes

Regardless of the season, your collection should include at least two pairs of shoes for each season. Avoid wearing the same shoes every day. Take at least a day break before wearing them again to let your shoes dry completely. This way, you can be sure that you will not create an ideal environment for bacteria to multiply and unpleasant odors to occur.

Thirdly, choose the right insoles

The last but not least important aspect that helps keep your feet fresh are shoe inserts. Choose those made of natural leather or opt for technologies dedicated to excessive sweating. You can read more about this in our Shoe insoles guide.

An unpleasant smell is not everything!

Remember that unpleasant odor is not all you can expect when wearing inappropriate shoes. Choosing synthetic, non-breathable fabrics combined with a tight size is not only the culprit of unpleasant odors, but also other problems, such as nail fungus or the so-called athlete's foot. Fortunately, if you follow our tips, you will be able to avoid these unpleasant situations.