What might cause my armpits to smell more fragrant? I recently (2-3 months ago) quit using many drup store brand soaps, shampoos, deoderant and household cleaning products that have a chemical, toxic base. I m using more natural, less toxic products to replace them. Aromatically I use an essential oil diffuser in both the kitchen and bedroom. I do not use any perfumes. My armpits smell more like the essential oil combinations I use in the diffusers.