7 WAYS TO SMELL LOVELY ALL DAY

You go to school or work with that fabulous aura and impress everybody with your stunning, carefree look. By the middle of the day, however, you notice that your freshness has drifted away. Your shine-free face becomes oily and greasy, your hair starts to smell and sweat covers half of your body, including your face. Be prepared for this situation so that you can head off odor at the pass and smell good all day long. Take an effective shower, keep your shoes and breath smelling fresh, and use products that will keep you smelling fresh.

1. USE A SCENTED SHOWER GEL

Out of all the ways to always smell good, using a scented shower gel is the easiest. Using a scented shower gel, preferably one that isn't overpowering, is the perfect way to have a wonderful aroma that'll last through the day. If you shower in the morning, the scent will cling to your skin, leaving a subtle perfume. I promise, you'll be getting comments from everyone about how lovely you smell.

2. PUT ON DEODORANT IMMEDIATELY

The moment you step out of the shower, put on deodorant. I start getting body odor very quickly, so I discovered that if I put on deodorant when I am squeaky clean I don't get any smell for several hours. If you wait, you start building up sweat, and when you finally do put on deodorant, you're just trying to mask the smell underneath. Put it on when you're odor free and you'll stay that way.

3. BABY WIPES ARE YOUR BEST FRIEND

You know how babies always smell like heaven (as long as they haven't pooped)? I have a little brother, and I realized that he smelled so good because of the baby wipes used to clean him up. Keep a small bag of baby wipes in your purse for a midday pick me up. If you feel yourself getting sweaty, a quick sweep of one if these will not only take away any odor, but also leave you feeling fresh as a baby's bottom.

4. KEEP A KIT WITH YOU

A good idea is to keep a little "smell good" kit with you. Fill a makeup bag with a bottle of perfume, an extra deodorant, some gum or breath mints, and possibly a toothbrush. Breath is just as important when it comes to smelling good, so be sure to keep some supplies to chase away what my mom calls "dragon breath." This can also be the bag you keep your baby wipes in. You just need something that can get you out of a smelly spot.

5. CHANGE YOUR UNDER PANTS REGULARLY

Always change into clean underwear after a shower. If you do not smelling good down there, then change your underwear at lunch or after you get home from school or work. If you're a female and you're menstruating, change your underwear often and also change your pad or tampon every few hours to keep yourself smelling fresh.

6. APPLY LOTION AT NIGHT

One little trick I found for a great smell that lasts hours is using scented lotion. Right before I go to sleep I usually moisturize my body with oils, but every once in a while I'll use a scented lotion. The good thing about this is your skin will absorb the lotion overnight, so when you wake up, you'll naturally smell amazing. No need for perfume!

7. HAIR OILS

If your hair type permits, why not try some oils? This has a two-in-one benefit of not only making you smell delightful, but also leaving your hair shiny and moisturized. There are so many great hair oils out there that smell truly divine, so the next time you're in a beauty store, look for one. I've found the best time to apply an oil is when my hair is damp, not soaking wet. Experiment with your own hair and see how it works out.