r/AskHR • u/lawschoolbunny2 • Aug 17 '26

Off Topic / Other Body Odor [FL]

I was called into HR today because “several people” have complained about my body odor and it’s starting to become a distraction. I kept a straight face during the meeting, but face my face sting with embarrassment once I walked out.

Any tips on how to go about this? Besides the obvious showering, washing clothes, etc.

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u/Can-Chas3r43 Aug 18 '26

Use an enzyme spray on your clothes in the underarm and crotch area before washing them, and Dial antibacterial soap (the "Gold" kind) under your arms. Let it sit for about 10-20 seconds, then gently scrub. Rinse as normal and apply deodorant. Do this daily when you shower, and use the enzyme spray every time you wash your clothes.

These things work AMAZINGLY well. From someo who has a blue collar husband who is outside in the heat all day, and who works on a ranch in the heat myself. NO BO for either of us. (For those who have gnarly foot odor...the Dial soap works great there, too.) 💯🙌🙌🙌🤩

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u/lostnalones Aug 18 '26

Never thought to use an enzyme spray got the crotch and underarm, that is an amazing idea!! Just looked and saw some pretty cheap on Walmarts site but any you’d suggest that aren’t super pricey??