Sure, there are lots of negative things associated with microbes, but we`re happy to report that they`re not all bad. While you`ve probably heard of probiotics, you probably haven`t heard about these organisms. Researchers are reporting here that they`ve isolated a bacterium that can actually remove foul odors linked to bad breath and stinky feet.

These micro organisms, known as methylotrophic bacteria, are odor eaters that feast on the smelly sulfur-containing compounds produced inside your mouth during the digestive process. They are naturally found inside your mouth but at relatively low levels. Scientists believe that increasing the levels of these beneficial organisms (through a mouthwash or toothpaste) can lead to natural, long lasting solutions to bad breath.

Similar organisms were previously found living on feet. In the future, they may be formulated into a lotion to stop smelly feet.

As regulars of the Beauty Brains community, you know how we love natural products. And nothing gets more natural than bacteria. Rubbing them on your feet or rinsing them in your mouth may not sound appealing, but they just may be the most natural way to solve some real cosmetic problems.