I've remembered... This is my first time on a bike and wearing a helmet (last time I was riding a bike before, helmets were unheard of outside velodromes and only wowsers wore them) - being somewhat out of shape (apart from Bibendum look-a-like competitions, I'm hot to trot for those ) I'm perspiring a fair bit and I now have what can only be described as a "sweaty helmet" the smell (particularly when it warms up) is really quite disgusting
Are there any wonder cures or recommended washing agents that won't (a) damage the helmet and (b) give me a rash?
I'd suggest wearing a bandana or something under the helmet, it keeps the helmet clean and keeps sweat out of your eyes. I do this in the heat of summer and it really helps. Also, try hitting the pads with a little bit of baby powder after your ride. That should soak up the sweat and leave a powdery frangrance, just make sure to flick the extra powder out before you put the helmet back on, otherwise you'll have a funny white outline on your head.