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5 ways to prevent the oh-so embarrassing inner thigh sweat sitch

It’s happened to the best of us: You’re wearing your fave floral printed summer dress, hitting it off with a cute guy and then… uh-oh, it’s time to leave the comfort of your leather chair. You glance nervously around and very casually get up hoping no one notices those embarrassing thigh sweat marks left behind (yeah, most of us have been there). But don't worry, we've got you covered! From powders to under shorts, we've come up with 5 little tips to help avoid another sticky situation.
Just flip through the slides to get the 411 on waving goodbye to future "oh no, that did not just happen" probs. 
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    Powder Perfect

    Take some baby powder and pat a little around your inner and back thighs before heading out. This stuff will absorb any excess moisture to help prevent any potential disasters that could be brewing under your legs.

    Johnson's White Baby Powder with cornstarch, $2, target.com

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    Gel Care

    Like a secret deodorant stick for your body, this gel can be applied right onto your legs to prevent any kind of chafing. You'll love the two-in-one combo relief this gel powder gives. Moisture, check. Sweat be gone? Check, check!

    Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel, $6, target.com

     

     

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    Keep it cool

    These wet body cloths are seriously life-saving! Stick a pack in your purse when you are on the go and use them to cool down your legs when you start to feel icky and sticky.

    Total Fresh Cooling Body Cloths, $3, walmart.com

     

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    Get shorty 

    Let the fabric do all the work.These babies will absorb any possible sweaty mishaps that may occur "down there".They come in a variety of colors so take your pick and throw them under your fave mini skirt!

    Runner Shorts, $20, store.nike.com

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    Kill that B.O. with some D.O.

    Need a last minute quick fix? Rub on a thin layer of some underarm deodorant directly onto your thighs (sounds weird, but it works!). If you have sensitive skin, try using a mild deodorant that won't irritate.  

    Ultimate Go Fresh Deodorant, $8, walmart.com

We want to hear from you! Send us your weirdest body questions here (seriously, we'll answer anything!) and it just might get featured.

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by Julianna Carbonare | 2/1/2016
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