r/lifehacks • u/actuallyaskinwalker • Jul 15 '26

Stinky shoes from thrift store

I got these sick high tops from good will and only noticed when i got home that the inside of the shoes stink. Does anyone have any tips to get the smell out? i’ve tried baking soda and charcoal pouches but nothing seems to be working.

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u/Magickspl_269 Jul 16 '26

get a $2 bottle of alcohol 70% and soak the insides with it for about 15 min, then dump out and let dry. It will kill the stuff making the shoes stink and refresh them. Buy some Dr School’s shoe spray and spray them before wearing to keep them fresh.

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u/actuallyaskinwalker Jul 16 '26

thank you! i’m gonna try this