I have to second what Fresia said. I wish I could get away with not shaving my pits but I definitely get more BO if I don't. I don't get irritation from shaving most areas of my body as long as they're minimally moisturized and not dry. I've used glycerin soaps for some time now. It seems to help me keep a natural moisture balance without needing much lotion most of the time, and my skin is generally happy. (I didn't have a particular brand for a long time and just got drug store stuff, but now I've found an equally affordable brand I really like.)