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I can't say even the hardest of working days I get out of the shower and feel/think I still smell... Is this common?

Use clean towels when you want to be clean.

Use the same moldy towel all week if you do NOT want to be clean.

Bacteria is what smells, so this makes sense. And probably best to use on as needed basis.

You might get similar result with a soap that has tea tree oil.

Drying off completely before dressing might also be part of the solution.

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Antibacterial soaps are ineffective. You'd need to leave it on your skin for upwards of 8-10 hours for the antibacterial ingredients to have an impact on the bacterial level. Pretty sure you don't want to take a shower for that long, not to mention the skin irritation that would come from leaving it in direct contact with your skin for a prolonged period of time.

Your armpits still a bit smelly after a good soap/rinse? Use a little shampoo for a second go-around. Also helps to manage episodes of swamp-ass. Or try a bodywash. But don't buy that antibacterial garbage. It's a waste of money, a health risk at causing bacterial resistances, and potentially harmful to the environment.

Also wash your towel every few days. It gets musty fast and you don't notice it.

Soap is naturally antibacterial. Soaps labeled antibacterial contribute to antibiotic resistance and the creation of superbugs. If you still have odor after bathing, it may indicate another problem and you should consider seeing a health practitioner.