How often have you worked on show that has had crazy sweat smell? It happens on almost every show right? Well, this month we asked members for their tricks and here’s list of ideas for you try on your next job. Although we can’t guarantee results! Special Thanks go out to Kristin touring with August Osage Country and Patti and Muzette of SF Ballet.

• Lysol Concentrate - 1 capful with 1 quart cold water, test first for colorfastness
• Vodka...spray directly on garment
• Launder with Baking Soda…mixed in laundry water or straight on the garment overnight
• Peroxide water at a ½ and ½ ratio
• Alcohol with a ½ and ½ ration with water
• White vinegar with a ½ and ½ ration with water
• Bac –out from Whole Foods - plant enzymes…good for polyester
• Rubbing dryer sheets in arm pits
• Spray Lysol
• Fresh Again For costumes and uniforms
• 50/50 Odo(r)-ban from Sam’s Club
• Nature’s Miracle (from Pets and People, Inc.)
• Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint Castille Soap
• Traveling with wet stinky clothes? Hang Damp Rid with clothes.

If all else fails, personal hygiene… Trader Joes Clear deodorant with Cotton (unscented) has become an industry standard. It doesn’t leave white rings, isn’t loaded with aluminum and actually works!