Last Updated on June 18, 2023 by Ellen Christian
Check out these easy homemade shoe deodorizer sachets! With as many pairs of shoes as I have, I decided it was time to learn how to make a natural shoe deodorizer sachet. I love shoes and boots but there are times that shoes can get an off smell to them. I hate throwing shoes away, but it’s not like I can just throw my heels or boots in the washing machine.
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Natural Shoe Deodorizer Sachet
Of course, the best thing to do is to not allow your shoes to have an odor, to begin with. You can do that in a few ways. You should always wear socks or stockings or even little peds between your bare skin and your shoes.
That helps keep moisture out of the shoe itself, which will help prevent any shoe odors. But, if you need to naturally deodorize shoes, check out these tips.
You should also be sure that you allow your shoes to dry out thoroughly between each use. So, rather than wearing the same pair of sneakers or shoes to work each day, try alternating every other day so that they have time to air out. You can place dry, crumbled newspaper into your shoes that are damp to help draw out moisture.
Homemade shoe deodorizer sachet
It’s very easy to make a homemade shoe deodorizer sachet. You need to draw out the moisture and leave a natural scent behind that can discourage bacteria. It’s the bacteria in your shoes that causes an odor.
That’s why your shoes must dry out between uses. Bacteria thrive in warm moist environments. So, if your shoes are completely dry before you put them on again, it is more likely that the bacteria will die.
Otherwise, you will need to use this DIY foot odor eliminator.
Shoe deodorizer bags you can buy
You can certainly do that if you’d prefer to buy shoe deodorizer bags instead of making your own. So, here are a few options for shoe fresheners.
- These bags use bamboo and charcoal for a natural shoe deodorizer.
- Or, you can try this tea tree oil and citrus spray.
- You might want to try these sneaker balls.
Supplies (for one bag):
This is a baking soda shoe deodorizer that also uses cornstarch. And the lavender essential oil will help discourage the growth of bacteria.
If you want to use these with a more masculine scent, you can use cedarwood essential oil or tea tree essential oil. Make sure that you use essential oil and not fragrance oil. They are not the same thing.
- Small linen bags
- Ribbon to tie it closed
- 1/8 cup of baking soda
- 1/8 cup cornstarch
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil
- Small bowl and spoon
Directions for shoe deodorisers
This tutorial for homemade shoe deodorizer sachet will make one bag. You can double or triple the ingredients to make more than one bag if you want to.
- Put the baking soda, cornstarch and essential oil in a small bowl. Stir until blended.
- Spoon the mixture into your bag and tie it closed tightly.
- In between uses, place the natural shoe deodorizer sachet into the toe of your shoe or boot.
Baking soda can be used for many different things. It does a wonderful job of removing odors which is what it’s doing in this natural shoe deodorizer sachet.
You can refresh the sachets as needed by emptying the contents, washing the bag and refilling it. Just make sure that the bag is completely dry before you fill it and reuse it again.
If you want a DIY shoe deodorizer without baking soda, here are a few options that you can try. I find that baking soda works very well. And, it’s inexpensive to buy.
You can buy a larger size to use in cleaning and DIY projects. And keep the smaller size in the refrigerator to bake and cook with. It works great as a cabinet deodorizer.
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Are sneaker balls reusable?
If you have sneaker balls and you want to reuse them, it’s possible with some brands. The key is opening them up and adding essential oils to the filling without ruining them.
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Baking soda coffee filter shoes hack
Have you heard about the baking soda coffee filter shoes hack? Seriously, if you don’t have linen bags to work with, just put the baking soda in a coffee filter and tie it shut with a twist tie. Then slip it inside your shoes and wait. You could add essential oils if you wanted to as well.
Finally, If your shoes need a bit of sprucing up, check out how I get the soles of my athletic shoes white again. And, here are a few tips to care for your Converse sneakers.
How to Make a Natural Shoe Deodorizer Sachet
Learn how to make a natural shoe deodorizer sachet. This homemade shoe deodorizer sachet will keep your shoes smelling fresh.
Materials
- Small linen bags
- Ribbon to tie it closed
- 1/8 cup of baking soda
- 1/8 cup cornstarch
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil
- Small bowl and spoon
Tools
- none
Instructions
- Put the baking soda, cornstarch and essential oil in a small bowl. Stir until blended.
- Spoon the mixture into your bag and tie it closed tightly.
- In between uses, place the natural shoe deodorizer sachet into the toe of your shoe or boot.
Notes
You can use another type of essential oil if you prefer.
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