Microorganisms on socks are caused by the following conditions:
Humid environment
There are more than 250,000 sweat glands in human feet, two to four times more than other parts of the body, and they can secrete more than 500 ml of sweat per day. Because wearing shoes and socks, sweat is not easy to evaporate, forming a very suitable temperature, humidity and pH environment for the growth of microorganisms, and the stratum corneum of the skin shed on the feet provides rich nutrients for the microorganisms, so the microorganisms on the feet can multiply and multiply.
Sultry and confined space
Many shoes have poor ventilation and air permeability. In addition to the increase in water, the PH value of the skin surface will change from the initial PH4 to about PH7. This environment is most suitable for the growth of bacteria.
Bacterial reproduction
Due to the superimposition of one or two factors, the growth of foot skin bacteria can be caused. These bacteria can decompose skin keratin and foot sweat urea and lactic acid components to form various odor-containing metabolites.
In fact, different socks have different washing methods:
Ordinary cotton socks: Wash and change frequently, soak them in clean water for about 2 hours after replacing them, then rub them with soap and wash with hot water, so that the dirt is easy to fall off.
Pure silk stockings: artificial silk stockings, nylon stockings, etc., should be gently rubbed in soapy water or synthetic detergent below 40℃ when washing, and never rubbed hard. After washing the socks, they should be dried in the shade, not exposed to the sun and fire.
Wool socks: First cut neutral soap with less alkali into soap flakes, dissolve it in hot water, and wait for the water to cool down, then put the socks in, soak for a while, and then gently scrub with your hands. For socks and heels with more dirt, rub some soap and rub until they are clean.
Experts said that antibacterial socks are highly functional textiles. Consumers need to pay attention to the following aspects when purchasing and using them: First of all, when buying socks, they must look at its logo. In addition to the conventional implementation standards and ingredients, they must also pay attention to it. Antibacterial performance, antibacterial grade and antibacterial processing parts, etc.
Finally, I must remind that even if we choose products like antibacterial socks, we still have to pay attention to personal hygiene at all times, change them frequently, and wash them frequently.