I use it to keep sweat when I go for a run and it does its job excellently. It doesn't smell at all and it is very absorbent - although this also depends on each person's sweat. I have also been impressed by the fact that even though I have washed it many times, it still looks like I bought it yesterday. I have the same in black and blue color to switch them up, and I would recommend it without a second thought to anyone who wants it for this use.